Program
As we approach the conference, a more detailed program will be released. Sessions are built to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to advance reconciliation in your sphere of influence.
Wednesday 4 November
3:30pm - 6:30pm
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander RAP Employee Gathering
A gathering exclusively for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander attendees to meet and dialogue. This gathering’s purpose is to provide a culturally safe space for mob to connect, enhance the impact and inform the role of the RAP program by empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices in advancing reconciliation.
Thursday 5 - Friday 6 November
8:30am - 4:00pm
National RAP Conference 2026
The two full days of the RAP conference will be packed with speakers, panels, and interactive breakout sessions designed to show and share strategies for advancing reconciliation, and strengthening your RAP. You’ll see how your work contributes to building a just and reconciled Australia. The conference will feature more than 70 speakers across the two days, with sessions focused on listening, learning and collaboration to tackle the work needed to progress anti-racism, truth-telling and economic justice at this critical point in the reconciliation journey.
Thursday 5 November
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Indigenous Governance Awards Gala Dinner
An incredible night of celebration, featuring stories that highlight and honour the outstanding achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations.
The Indigenous Governance Awards were established to identify, celebrate and promote outstanding governance in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and groups across Australia and their ability to organise, govern and self-determine their communities’ futures.