What we will do
- Proactively advance equity and inclusive practices in our staff and student recruitment and retention processes
- Provide a universally accessible work and learning environment which supports staff and students to contribute fully
- Provide access and opportunities for all students and staff in culturally relevant, inclusive and responsible ways
- Support our staff to improve their knowledge and skill in delivering inclusive learning opportunities
- Provide tailored career advice and support activities for students who may require additional support with interviews and securing career opportunities
- Ensure that all students and staff have equal access to resources to support their health and wellbeing, and opportunities to be involved in health and wellbeing initiatives
- Ensure consultation processes are accessible and maximise participation opportunities for people from diverse communities
How will we know we are making a difference?
- The proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff at UniSC is at least equal to the University’s catchment population
- Equitable participation and representation of staff and students from diverse backgrounds in proportion to the population in the University’s catchment
- Feedback indicating our strategies and initiatives have made a positive difference for those who have previously experienced exclusion, discrimination or marginalisation
- Attract diverse candidates from further afield to ensure we internationalise our perspectives
- Everyone has opportunities for continuous learning and the ability to make a creative and meaningful contribution
- Evidence of fairness and equality of opportunity applied in the admission of students, the recruitment and promotion of staff, the measurements of success and the rewards for achievement
- Increased number of signatories to the UniSC Diversity Panel Pledge and ensure the principle of diverse representation at forums is adopted and visible
- A diverse pipeline of qualified undergraduate and postgraduate student candidates
UniSC commitment
- Provide opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders and respected persons to contribute to University business
- Recognise the non-work-related responsibilities of individuals with reasonable flexibility with work and study arrangements
- Build a diverse pipeline of qualified undergraduate and postgraduate student candidates
- Ensure there is an avenue for students and staff to put forward ideas and suggestions on all issues
- Provide opportunities to improve the intercultural competence of staff and students
- Support managers, employees and students to identify and address inappropriate behaviour
Examples of individual commitment
- Educate yourself about UniSC pathways, and champion these when relevant
- Call out inappropriate behaviour
- Sign the UniSC Diversity Panel Pledge
- Become a UniSC Ally
- Use inclusive language