Panel Discussion: Beyond the Plan - Building a Culture of Reconciliation

Beyond the Plan: Building a Culture of Reconciliation – From Corporate Commitment to Tangible Community Impact

Join us for NASCA’s panel discussion, where industry leaders and inspiring professionals come together to share real-life experiences and innovative strategies.

The discussion will explore how organisations can move beyond a Reconciliation Action Plan as a starting point and embed reconciliation into organisational culture in a way that creates real, lasting impact for Indigenous communities. We’re bringing together community organisations, industry and government leaders to share insights, challenges, and practical examples of how this transition can be achieved. 

Panel:

 
Paul Sinclair, Educator, Mirri Mirri 

Paul is an Anaiwan man from Armidale in NSW. In 2009, Paul and his wife Jade founded Mirri Mirri, initially creating documentaries for NITV and later diversifying to deliver a range of cultural services. Mirri Mirri has a small, but impactful team of 10 staff. 

Carly Bush, Chief Executive Officer, Reconciliation NSW

Carly is an experienced board director, serving with BlakDance, One Tribe Mama, and as Chair of the Australian Endometriosis Foundation. She brings extensive executive leadership experience across philanthropy, corporate banking and the not-for-profit sector, with a strong record leading large teams including leading Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs). Carly is recognised for her strategic leadership, deep commitment to reconciliation and gender equity, and her contribution to strengthening governance and long-term organisational sustainability. She holds a Master of Business Administration and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.  

Tianna Fatnowna, Senior Manager Culture and Community for the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Strategy and Services, University of Sydney

A proud Torres Strait Islander woman, she provides University-wide leadership on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement, partnerships and cultural capability.

Tianna leads strategic initiatives that strengthen institutional accountability and embed culturally informed practice across governance, policy, operations and external relations. Drawing on extensive experience across education and community sectors, she works with leadership, community and industry to advance trusted, reciprocal relationships and long-term impact.

Graham Kilby, Reconciliation Action Plan Project Manager, Cummins

A proud Wiradjuri man, and Reconciliation Action Plan leader at Cummins, where he works to strengthen meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and embed reconciliation across the organisation.  Graham is motivated by a strong belief in honesty, openness, and vulnerability as foundations for meaningful change, and he is committed to helping organisations move beyond intention toward tangible actions that support reconciliation.

Lachlan McDaniel, NASCA Board member & Panel Facilitator

A proud member of the Kalari Clan of the Wiradjuri Nation and Associate Dean Research at the Jumbunna Institute for Indigenous Education and Research at the University of Technology Sydney, Lachlan has held senior roles at KPMG, Telstra and the Recognise campaign. He works across government, not for profit and corporate sectors, aiming to strengthen engagement with and outcomes for First Peoples.

This is more than just a panel - it’s a chance to connect, share, and take action. Don’t miss out - register now!