Enhancing Indigenous Inclusivity in Social Policy Development and Public Administration in the Services

Abstract

The DES SIARG is an advisory group to the Executive Management Team (EMT) to ensure that culturally sensitive issues are considered, and a knowledge and understanding of culturally sensitive issues are incorporated into the development of Policy, procedures, protocols and guidelines across all divisions of the Department of Emergency Services. The SIARG is also important in advising on the employment and professional development of Indigenous Australians and contributes to the development of innovative and flexible service delivery models and strategies to assist with the fostering of a more culturally inclusive and proactive environment within the Department of Emergency Services. This paper is designed to build upon the strategic innitiatives undertaken by the DEM todate.