First Nations peoples

The NIISQ Agency acknowledges the Traditional Owners on the lands on which we live and work and recognises their connection to land, sea and community.

We acknowledge Elders past, present and emerging for they are the holders of culture, knowledge, wisdom and leadership that is passed from generation to generation.

Anchored by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we can provide culturally safe resources, education and support to First Nations participants, recognising that there is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Please continue reading to learn more about resources available.

Walking Together

Walking Together illustrates how NIISQ will support First Nations peoples who sustain serious personal injuries in a motor vehicle accident.

The artwork shows the person with disability at the centre of the image and talks about how these things are just part of our destiny.

The piece is about healing and shows the participant’s journey, including how the Queensland Government will support them throughout their life – helping them become strong again and heal their spirit as well as their body.

The different colours used as a backdrop depicts Queensland’s rich and varied First Nations peoples communities including the hinterland, desert, urban, coastal and Torres Strait regions, and their many language groups.

About the artist

Uncle Paul Constable Calcott is an Australian Aboriginal artist living on the Sunshine Coast.

He has been working within the disability sector for thirty years and is committed to ensuring First Nations peoples living with disability have access to services and supports that help keep them strong.

Uncle Paul loves to paint and has pieces in private collections and government agencies both nationally and overseas.

Reconciliation Action Plan

Motor Accident Insurance Schemes Queensland (MAIS-Q) are honoured to present our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) for the period of December 2024 to December 2026.

MAIS-Q consists of the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC), the National Injury Insurance Agency, Queensland (NIISQ Agency), and the Nominal Defendant.

At MAIS-Q, we recognise the importance of acknowledging and respecting the rich cultural heritage of Australia’s First Nations peoples.

This plan reflects that commitment to reconciliation, cultural understanding, and building strong, positive relationships with First Nations communities.

The Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan is a comprehensive framework that outlines our commitment to reconciliation through specific actions and deliverables in the areas of Relationships, Respect, Opportunities, and Governance.

We have an established Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group (RWG) to drive the ideation and implementation of the plan. This group, comprised of dedicated individuals from various areas across MAIS-Q, assures our accountability, transparency, and effective reporting on our achievements, challenges, and learnings.

Read the plan here

The Healing Journey

The image on our homepage features the Healing Journey motif, an element of the Walking Together artwork. The symbols represent a person having an accident and working towards their healing journey.