Role and Function of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Committee 19 March, 2009 | Policy The ACTU Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Committee exists to, in line with ACTU policy Promote equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace and in society, and to achieve a society and workplaces free from discrimination and harassment Promote the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Nations people of Australia Promote Social Justice and Equity and fair representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples at every level of society and organisations, including trade unions Promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for active participation in trade unions Download here