Gari Yala 2 (Speak the Truth), Australia’s only national survey of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ workplace experiences, provides evidence that Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) are delivering measurable improvements for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers and their workplaces. This report outlines findings from the survey comparing workplace experiences across RAP and non-RAP environments.  

The findings clearly show Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in organisations with RAPs are more likely to:  

• report culturally safe workplaces
• feel confident sharing their identity at work
• experience lower levels of racism
• benefit from stronger organisational supports and systems.  

Together, these results highlight the practical impact of RAPs as a structured approach to building workplaces where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can participate fully, contribute their strengths and thrive.