It is a complex task to build a city for all. Everyone has a role to play. Local government is the level of government with the closest and most direct connection with the community.
The City of Hobart is a caretaker of the environments in which people live, work and recreate. As such, we have a responsibility to ensure these environments benefit the entire community.
Priority areas
In listening to our community, we heard the following priority areas are seen as vital to working towards a city for all.
Truth and reconciliation
- We acknowledge the truth of our history in this place.
- We walk together with Aboriginal people toward shared goals.
Access and participation
- Everyone feels welcome, valued and heard and has opportunities to participate.
- Everyone can get where they want to go with ease and can access the information they need.
Knowledge and wellbeing
- Spaces, services and communities support physical and mental wellbeing.
- Everyone has opportunities to engage in learning and has the capacity and skills to influence change.
Resilience and safety
- Everyone feels safe and secure and can meet their basic needs.
- Everyone supports each other and is prepared for crises.
Key strategic documents
At the City of Hobart, creating an equitable and inclusive community is a core part of our work. We deliver on these priorities through a variety of projects, initiatives and partnerships. This work is outlined in a range of strategies and plans across the organisation.
The Hobart: A City for All – Action Plan details the actions we're taking in working towards inclusion and equity for all who live, work or play in Hobart.
The Social Inclusion Policy(PDF, 109KB) outlines the organisation's commitment to inclusion and anti-discrimination in all aspects of council operations.