Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
A commitment to diversity and inclusion
UNSW Canberra is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, staff and visitors. We celebrate our diversity, leverage our individual differences and experiences, and value the cultural richness of our communities. As we celebrate and promote the diversity of our organisation, we know that it’s our greatest strength. We’re all responsible for creating a safe, supportive, enjoyable and productive culture in which all our students, staff and visitors can thrive.
From the Vice-Chancellor down, diversity and inclusion are considered essential to UNSW’s continued success. UNSW values diversity of thought and experience. We believe in an inclusive and collaborative culture that underpins research and teaching excellence. UNSW aspires for our workforce and student population to reflect the demographics of our society.
Introducing the new UNSW Canberra Community Circle
One example of nurturing and celebrating the cultural richness, diversity and inclusiveness of our campus is the UNSW Canberra Community Circle – a space that offers students and staff the opportunity to come together, share, and connect with one another whilst educating themselves on a fundamental practice that has been observed by the Indigenous Peoples of Australia for over 60,000 years.
Find out what else our university is doing to create a more inclusive campus
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Unit (EDI)
The EDI Unit is located at UNSW Canberra’s campus in Building 13 (opposite the Creative Media Unit). Staff and students are welcome to seek confidential advice and support, and to discuss options for resolution of concerns about Equity matters, including:
- advice and referral on equity, diversity, inclusion, flexible work and wellbeing
- advice and assistance with obtaining workplace adjustments or additional educational support for staff and students with disability, mental health and other medical conditions
- equity and diversity initiatives, projects, events and activities for staff and students
- UNSW Canberra’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee and Equity Plan
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training and resources.
Key initiatives
We’re striving to create an inclusive campus for all students, staff and visitors at UNSW Canberra through a variety of initiatives, facilities and resources. Some examples include:
