On 26 May 2026, which marks the date of National Sorry Day, our students held a very special assembly for Reconciliation Week. During this assembly, the students shared and reflected on key concepts such as the significance of Acknowledgement and Welcome to Country, Reconciliation, Fire carriers and the 2026 theme: ALL IN.

Notably, Clonard was proud to announce the launch of Clonard College’s Reconciliation Action Plan – our RAP. A RAP is more than just a document, it’s a plan that helps our College take practical steps towards reconciliation, building respect, understanding and strong relationships between First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. At Clonard, our vision is shaped by who we are. As a Kildare Ministries school, we are called towards Living Justice and Living Peace and to work towards respectful relationships and an equitable future for all. Our RAP challenges us to seek and accept the truth and to listen to the voices of the past, and present who continue to call for change.

Our RAP wasn’t written by just one person. It was developed through consultation and collaboration across our community. This included listening to and working with First Nations families, students and staff, whose voices and perspectives are central to this plan. Importantly, our RAP was refined and approved by Reconciliation Australia’s Narragunnawali program. This ensures that our plan is not only meaningful for our school, but also aligned with national standards for reconciliation in education. Therefore, our RAP is not just words on a page; it is a shared commitment, built through listening, learning and working together.

Thank you to all the students and staff who made this assembly a success. And thank you to all who were involved in the development of Clonard College’s Reconciliation Action Plan.