Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Everyone has the right to participate, engage and contribute.
We know that embedding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as the guiding principles in all we do helps us to live and achieve our other values of excellence, engagement and sustainability.
The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 2023-2025 Strategy complements and supports the University’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025, which highlights the values of equity and excellence. The University is committed to being a leading advocate and driving force for excellence and equity in higher education and to supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of its students and staff. We explore the challenges of varied lived experiences and disadvantaged communities.
Our University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusiveness is fundamental to everything we do. Together our commitment is to empower the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, financial status, sexuality or gender."
Alex Zelinsky AO
Vice-Chancellor, Professor
EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STRATEGY
The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) 2023-2025 Strategy has been developed in consultation with students, staff (professional and academic), and university leaders, with special consideration by the University EDI Committee. We are grateful to all participants for their shared knowledge and experience, which ensures our University is inclusive and accessible to all people –especially people who have experienced disadvantage(s). The experiences, cultures and knowledge of all people and their communities are central to this EDI Strategy.
Action Plans
The EDI Strategy Action Plans should be read along with the University of Newcastle Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy 2023-2025. The purpose of the Strategy and Action Plans is to mature the University’s approach to EDI, including integrating EDI principles across all practices, activities, and policies of the University of Newcastle.
Leadership
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.