Respect at Uni Week
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If you’re not already talking about respect, it’s time to start the conversation! But what does respect mean to you? This is one of the questions we'll be asking as part of our first ever Respect at Uni Week.
With the theme ‘Respect: Start the Conversation’, Respect at Uni Week is an opportunity for us to consider what respect looks, sounds, and feels like, and to think about the part we can all play in building a culture of respect on our campuses.
Across the week we’ll be looking at respect and its role in the prevention of sexual assault and sexual harassment. We will also be focusing on the University’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and how we can embed its principles in our daily practices.
When it comes to respect everyone's voice is needed, so be a part of Respect at Uni Week and start the conversation.
Respect at Uni Week activity schedule
Please note: All events are FREE and open to all students.
Registration is essential for the Mingle events (see event listing).
For all the other events just turn up! Staff and students will be there to help you start a conversation.
| Day/date | Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 21/8 | 12.30 - 1.30pm | Wollotuka BBQ + launch of Empower - a peer-led sex and relationships education program | Wollotuka Common Area, Callaghan campus |
| All day | Respect Wall + online Respect Wall + Badge making | The Library - all campuses | |
| Tuesday 22/8 | From 11.30am | Collaborative art workshop + light refreshments | University Gallery - Callaghan Campus |
| 12 - 2pm | UNSA Free Lunch (Ourimbah) + student pulse check: 'Do you feel respected?' | Main Quad - Ourimbah Campus | |
| All day | Respect Wall + online Respect Wall + Badge making | The Library - all campuses | |
| Wednesday 23/8 | From 11.30am | Collaborative art workshop + light refreshments | University Gallery - Callaghan Campus |
| 12 - 2pm | UNSA Free Lunch (NUspace) + student pulse check: 'Do you feel respected?' | Campus Green, NUspace | |
| All day | Respect Wall + online Respect Wall + Badge making | The Library - all campuses | |
| 5 - 7pm | Mingle (speed dating/speed friending) - Student Living (residents only) Free event but registration is essential! Book here. | Student Living | |
| Thursday 24/8 | 10am-12pm | ‘Yarning about Respect’ (weaving activity) | Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus |
| 12-2pm | Mingle (speed dating/speed friending) - Ourimbah Free event but registration is essential! Book here. | UNSA @ Ourimbah Campus | |
| 12 - 1.30pm | UNSA Free Lunch (Callaghan) + student pulse check: 'Do you feel respected?' | Park on the Hill, Callaghan Campus | |
| All day | Respect Wall + online Respect Wall + Badge making | The Library - all campuses | |
| Friday 25/8 | |||
| From 11am | Wear it Purple Day - the Newcastle Business School will host a Wear it Purple BBQ including cupcakes, resources and a free sausage sizzle! | NUSpace | |
| 6 - 8pm | Mingle (speed dating/speed friending) - Callaghan Free event but registration is essential! Book here. | Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus |
Respect Starts With A Conversation - Kobe and Mufar (Respect Victoria)
Event Information
- Date: This event was held on Monday 21 August 2023
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.