Provide a safe, accessible and inclusive work, learning and social environment free from bias, discrimination and harassment, which supports staff and students to contribute fully
Cultivate supportive social, physical and digital environments
Empower people to achieve their educational, employment and career goals from a place of strength
Implement practices to facilitate authentic student, staff and community engagement through partnership in University decision making and governance
Continued commitment to eliminating or reducing barriers which prevent full participation in working and learning
Provide and promote utilisation of safe and supportive disclosure and feedback processes founded in trust and respect
How will we know we are making a difference?
All facilities are accessible and gender-sensitive, providing safe, non-violent, inclusive and effective learning environments for all
All University messaging, branding, campaigns and events are inclusive, accessible and reflect our diversity and inclusion principles
University decision making is informed by perspectives of underrepresented groups
Diverse representation is evident at all levels and across all disciplines
USC commitment
Leadership is diverse, inclusive, informed by best practice, evidence-based and driven by our principles
Support the development of all staff and students to achieve their work and learning goals
Support managers, employees and students to identify and address inappropriate behaviour
Implement peer support programs to support the mental health and wellbeing of staff and students
Eliminate all forms of bullying, harassment and discrimination
Maintain and embed principles of the Australian Human Rights Commission campaign ‘Racism. It Stops with Me.’
Examples of individual commitment
Promote and model inclusive behaviours
Leaders at all levels will role model inclusive leadership and champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within their sphere of influence
Treat others with respect, courtesy, and dignity
Listen to the views of others without prejudice
Volunteer to be a Diversity Champion in your work area or cohort to promote and support diversity and inclusion efforts
Participate in various cultural experiences and learning opportunities that are available
Undertake training that creates a shared understanding of consent and respectful relationships
