Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs

The Salvation Army has only called Australia home for 145 years

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We acknowledge that parts of our history have contributed to the profound grief and loss experienced by First Nations peoples. We are committed to working alongside First Nations peoples to pursue justice, reconciliation and mutual flourishing, and we commit ourselves in prayer and practice to the lands of Australia and its peoples, seeking reconciliation, unity and equity.

We are committed to working alongside First Nations peoples to pursue justice, reconciliation and mutual flourishing.

We commit ourselves in prayer and practice to the lands of Australia and its peoples, seeking reconciliation, unity and equity.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs

Acknowledgement of Country

The Salvation Army acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways of Australia that we share.

We acknowledge their unique cultural and spiritual connections to the lands and waters, honouring their wisdom, strength and resilience as the world's oldest living cultures.

We pay respects to the Elders who play a vital role in fostering a fair and just society for all Australians.

National Reconciliation Week NAIDOC Week

Our programs

We have a wide range of programs across Australia, tailored to community needs.

Our programs and partnerships aim to learn about, support, empower and encourage community leaders of the future, as well as help ‘Close The Gap’. We work collaboratively towards greater equality in terms of life expectancy, health, housing, education and employment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.

Some of our programs include: