Lindsay Thomas says he has great pride in his Indigenous culture and is pleased with the work the club is doing to acknowledge Reconciliation.

He was joined by past greats Barry Cable, Jim and Phil Krakouer and Byron Pickett, as well as Daniel Wells and Jed Anderson for the launch of North’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) on Monday.

For Thomas, it’s a day he’ll remember fondly.

“It’s definitely a proud moment in my career to be involved in it (the RAP launch),” he said.

“I’m a very proud Aboriginal person and I’m very proud to be at this footy club with such a rich history.”

The club’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) outlines how it will further build upon relationships, demonstrate respect and seek out opportunities to ensure links to the Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders community remain strong.

“North Melbourne has a proud indigenous history that has been well documented over the past 147 years of our existence,” Managing Director and CEO Carl Dilena said.

“This commitment will allow us to honour those Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who have pulled on the North Melbourne jumper, while also helping us to provide a pathway for young indigenous talent and create the most inclusive and welcoming environment for our people through a sense of belonging.”

Thomas regularly works with young Indigenous children in The Huddle.

“To do the work in The Huddle that I’ve been doing over the last couple of years – I just feel like I have to give back to the Indigenous community,” he said.

“It’s very important for me, and hopefully when I’m finished here my legacy will be at this footy club forever.”

The entire North playing group, staff and coaches, as well as special guests were in attendance for the RAP launch on Monday.

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North Managing Director & CEO Carl Dilena addresses the crowd.

Jim Krakouer and Byron Pickett. 

Jed Anderson with guests at the RAP launch.

Arden Street all set for Indigenous Round.