EQUITY, INCLUSION, DIVERSITY & BELONGING
Fast Facts about Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at UC
Did you know…
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According to national peak body, the Australian Network on Disability (AND):
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The majority of complaints to the Australian Human Rights Commission are related to disability discrimination.
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The majority of disabilities are not visible.
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AND is working closely with the University of Canberra to ensure there are systems and processes in place to equitable include people with disability in the workplace. A foundation piece to this is our Disability Employee Network (DEN). The DEN is a new initiative welcoming fresh ideas and new participants. If you’re interested, please contact Diversity@canberra.edu.au or Robin.Ladwig@canberra.edu.au.
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UC is a member of Diversity Council Australia. See all events and check the DCA website for further information.
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Staff should complete 2 Diversity Modules each year
https://uclearn.canberra.edu.au/courses/7465/pages/diversity-modules
The UC community can contact the UC Diversity Office on belonging@canberra.edu.au to share your feedback on diversity issues at UC. Feedback gives the Diversity team a better understanding of diversity matters and the welcome your thoughts.
UC has a diversity, inclusion and belonging plan which is there to support everyone at UC. You can read more here: Let's Dance: Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan 2020-2022
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Diversity Council of Australia
UC is a member of DCA and can access a range of services and resources on offer. Each staff member can create their own log in to access these resources directly too.
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Pride in Diversity
As a member of Pride in Diversity, UC can access resources, networking opportunities, training, consulting and advice to provide support and inclusion to our LGBTQ community.
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Australian Network on Disability
As a member of the network, UC is provided with a range of programs, services, guidance and training that will improve access and inclusion for people with disability across Campus.
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Parents at Work
As a member of the network, UC is provided with a range of webinars, services, and guidance that will improve the inclusion of parents and carers of our UC community.
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