Acknowledgement of Country

Donvale Preschool acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation as the Traditional Owners of this land on which Donvale Preschool operates today.

We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging, and value their ongoing contribution to enrich and appreciate the cultural heritage of Manningham.

Donvale Preschool acknowledges and respects Australia’s First People as the Traditional owners of lands and waterways across Country, and encourages reconciliation between all.

Donvale Preschool is committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children

We are committed to:

• actively supporting and facilitating participation and inclusion of Aboriginal children, young people and their families within our service

• the safety, participation and empowerment of Aboriginal children

• providing an educational program that strengthens Aboriginal children’s culture and identity

• actively supporting and encouraging Aboriginal children to express their culture and enjoy their cultural rights

• supporting Aboriginal children and their families to identify as Aboriginal without fear of retribution or questioning

• supporting Aboriginal children to maintain connection to their kinship ties, land and country

• supporting Aboriginal children to be taught their cultural heritage by Elders

• facilitating regular training and education on Aboriginal culture and cultural safety

• establishing policies, procedures, systems and processes to create a culturally safe and inclusive environment and meet the needs of Aboriginal children, young people and their families.

Donvale Preschool is proud to be developing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to strengthen relationships, respect and opportunites in the classroom, around our service and within our local community.