Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders at Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF)

We (the department) are committed to increasing the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the department and in the APS.

The department values the cultural diversity, different perspectives, and connection to the country that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff bring to our workplace.

We (the department) are committed to increasing the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the department and in the APS. We demonstrate our commitment to the improvement of social and economic outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by providing exciting employment and development opportunities in a range of fields and locations.

We support the recruitment, development, retention, and career progression of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by participating in various employment programs, including the:

Indigenous Australian Government Development Program
Indigenous Apprenticeship Program
Australian Government Indigenous Graduate Recruitment Program
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Graduate Development Program stream
Sir Roland Wilson Indigenous scholarships; and
Pat Turner Scholarship.

Indigenous Staff Network (ISN)

The ISNs main role is to provide peer support, coaching, mentoring and career guidance in a culturally safe environment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. The ISN also plays a consultancy role where they will provide feedback and comments on all departmental and broader APS strategies/policies and guidelines that may impact or affect our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employee and Ally Network (ATSIEAN)

The primary focus of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employee and Ally Network (ATSIEAN) is to provide a means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and allies from across the department, to discuss matters of interest, share experiences and provide support to colleagues.

The ATSIEAN assists the department in setting the direction for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander related matters including cultural capability projects and commenting on strategies and programs such as the department's Reconciliation Action Plan and the Commonwealth Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Strategy 2020-24.