Transdev recognised this year’s National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) with a renewed focus on respect, cultural learning and visual storytelling, alongside a range of events across our business.
This year’s theme, “Bridging Now to Next”, invites all Australians to reflect on our shared history and look ahead together with courage and commitment.
CEO Brian Brennan said that for Transdev, reconciliation is an ongoing journey embedded in how we work and who we partner with.
“This year’s theme speaks directly to the kind of organisation we strive to be – one that listens, learns and leads with purpose,” Mr Brennan said.
“We are committed to walking this path with First Nations Peoples in meaningful and practical ways.”
As part of our ongoing Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), we’ve continued to grow opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through employment, partnerships and social procurement initiatives.
At our Pitt Street office in Sydney, Transdev hosted a company-wide event, featuring:
- Reflections from our RAP Working Group Leaders;
- The unveiling of a new artwork by proud Biripi woman Vicki Golding; and
- Discussion of our progress under our current Innovate RAP.
To support all Journey Makers in engaging respectfully with culture, Transdev also launched a new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Protocols guide – a practical resource to support culturally appropriate engagement with First Nations communities.
Beyond the office, Journey Makers across the country took part in a wide range of cultural events, including:
- Our CEO, Brian Brennan attended a yarning circle with Babana Men’s Group;
- Our Chief Financial Officer, Alexia Gontier and Chief Legal & Commercial Officer, Nathan Lanthois attended a Bunjil Creation Dance Ceremony in Melbourne;
- Our Chief People Officer, Dimity Smith will be attending a Boardroom Lunch with the Chairperson of the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce; and
- A number of Journey Makers joined a Warrang-Sydney Reconciliation Walk.
These moments of connection and learning reflect our people’s shared commitment to reconciliation in action.
“It’s not just what we say during National Reconciliation Week – it’s what we do afterwards that counts,” Mr Brennan said.
“We want all our teams to feel equipped and empowered to keep the momentum going well beyond this week.”
For more information about National Reconciliation Week, visit the Reconciliation Australia website.
