RRAP is a consortium of leading Australian research institutes, universities, and Traditional Owners contributing in-depth knowledge to help protect the Reef and share this knowledge with the world.
We are an unincorporated joint venture, with a team of experts over 350 strong, governed by a Board with an independent chair.
Our Steering Committee is responsible for directing the implementation of the R&D program, while our research leadership is responsible for the delivery of the R&D effort.
Our Program Board and Steering Committee provide strategic oversight and accountability, ensuring RRAP operates with integrity, transparency, and alignment to our mission and values.
Our management team is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and coordination of RRAP’s activities, to deliver projects efficiently and effectively.
Our subprogram research leaders guide RRAP’s scientific direction, ensuring research quality, innovation, and impact.
A range of Advisory Groups offer independent expertise and advice to governance and management, to inform decision-making, strengthen outcomes, and support best practice.
Ensuring cultural knowledge and custodianship inform RRAP research, decision-making, and on-ground activities.
Researchers, institutions, and stakeholders contribute specialist knowledge, capability, and resources to RRAP projects.
