Cessnock City Council are seeking help from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with strong connections to culture and community, to guide Council’s future.
Expressions of interest are open until 7 February to be part of this term of Council’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee.
The Cessnock City Council Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee was established in 2013 and the Committee is formed and meets in accordance with the Council term.
The purpose of the Committee is to:
- Consult with representatives from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Advocate on issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Encourage understanding and recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, heritage and cultures within Cessnock City Council and the community.
- Provide Council with strategic advice and improve Council decision making in relation to policy, plans, programs and service delivery that impact Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Oversee the development, endorsement, implementation and evaluation of Council’s reconciliation action plan.
