Reconciliation
Our journey so far
Read through our latest progress report to see our achievements, celebrations, challenges and the collaborative efforts that have shaped our RAP implementation to date.
Acknowledgement
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Schneider Electric acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities throughout Australia. We pay our respects to the traditions, ancient protocols, and cultural practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have lived and cared for Country. We extend that same respect to Elders of this land, past and present.
At Schneider Electric, we are enriched by Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander people’s contribution to our organisation, and we commit to working with you to build a prosperous and inclusive Australia.
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Our vision for reconciliation
Fostering trust and understanding through genuine connections.
Valuing cultures, histories, and perspectives in everything we do.
Creating pathways for growth, participation, and shared success.
Ensuring accountability and transparency in our actions.
Reconciliation Action Plan
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In December 2019, Schneider Electric commenced our reconciliation journey, launching its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Since then, it has been at the heart of our contributions to reconciliation.
Our third and latest RAP, Innovate 2.0 RAP, was launched in 2024. We have chosen to continue this stage as we’d like more time to continue our progress in some areas. We want to ensure we have time to reflect and consider how to make the biggest impact.
It is a privilege to see the organisation rise to the challenge, working together to deliver on our public commitments to First Nations people. A critical element of our RAP is the vision to see an inclusive Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are connected and empowered to thrive. We are grateful to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have been so generous with their wisdom and advice throughout this continuous journey of understanding and progress, and we’d like to thank again all who have been involved with progressing our RAP this year—both internally and externally to Schneider.
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Building understanding through cultural awareness
“Schneider Electric’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness training opens the door to a world of understanding, empathy, and interconnectedness, where diversity becomes our greatest strength. The awareness and learning from this session spread into the office discussion and was not limited to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures as colleagues brought into the discussion their own culture.”
Siobhan Delaney-Miller
Strategic Partner Manager
Committed to reconciliation
“Our teams are dedicated to embedding reconciliation into our business. From internal learning opportunities to on-the-ground activations, it’s inspiring to see our employees collaborate to fulfill our commitments to First Nations peoples. Similarly, we are grateful to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for their generous wisdom and guidance throughout this continuous journey of understanding and progress.”
Colette Munro
Pacific Zone President
Promoting diversity, one session at a time
“Schneider Electric’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Awareness training, I must say, was a truly enlightening experience. I want to commend Schneider Electric for organising such a valuable training program. It is crucial for organisations to promote cultural awareness and diversity, and this training was a step in the right direction. The session provided me with a deeper understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, specifically their family dynamics and values.”
Rajesh Pandian
Global ESXP Deployment Leader
Every step counts. Discover how our Reconciliation Action Plan is creating meaningful change through partnerships, cultural learning, and community engagement.
Schneider Electric has currently commissioned two Aboriginal artworks. Commissioning artworks supports the national reconciliation movement in making a commitment to building and encouraging relationships between Aboriginal peoples. It also helps celebrate, foster and embed respect for the world’s longest surviving cultures and communities.
Guywiyang Gana (Fire Burning) by Professor Liz Cameron
The story of Guywiyang Gana captures the essence of energy—the power of fire, force and vitality. Guywiyang Gana (Fire Burning) articulates the natural energies, the wind, the sun and the movement of water. All valuable concepts in sustainability, which is at the heart of Schneider Electric.
Flowing through the centre of the piece is the Lane Cover River, which is close to Schneider Electric’s Australian headquarters. The reflection of lightning portrays the natural energy. The footprints hidden throughout the piece represent the emus, wombats and the brown eyed cow—which is the Dharug totem—and who all once inhabited the land. The small circles dotted around the artwork portray the Aboriginal communities who met on Dharug lands to reconnect and converse. The seven large circles each represent one of the Dharug sustainable life connections, including people, place and all living things.
Guywiyang Gana (Fire burning) was created by Professor Liz Cameron. Cameron is associated with the Dharug Aboriginal Nation, located in the Hawkesbury River area of NSW. She holds a Diploma in Fine Arts, post graduate studies in Indigenous Social Health, and a PhD in Indigenous Philosophies. Cameron has held various exhibitions and publications on Aboriginal making and other creative expressions. Cameron holds the position of Professor, Chair of Indigenous Knowledges, at Deakin University.
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Energy by Student Artist Courtney Garstang
In 2025, Schneider commissioned a second artwork to be used alongside our previous one.
The prominent feature of this piece is the lightning coming from the centre and cracking across the canvas. This symbolises the electrifying energy pulsating through our communities, infusing vigour into the land and its people. It also pays homage to the impactful endeavours of Schneider Electric on Aboriginal land, illuminating and enhancing Australia’s vitality through their innovative contributions.
The representation of three spirits serves as a reminder to stay grounded and deeply connected to the roots of Aboriginal land. The symbols of honey ant nests serve as powerful symbols of teamwork and collaboration within the company.
This piece is infused with the vibrant hues of the company. This artwork aspires to not only energise and electrify the audience but also to ignite a sense of inspiration, motivating them to continue their exceptional efforts for the betterment of Schneider Electric Australia.
This commission was created by artist, Courtney Garstang, a local student. Garstang, is a young Barkindji Woman and currently resides on Darkinjung land on the Central Coast of NSW. In year 12, Garstang began delving into Indigenous art, igniting a passion that has led her to create artworks of immense pride.
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