EDI Ecosystem
We work across our institution to co-create a strategic, cohesive and meaningful EDI Strategy that our staff and students can relate and respond to, to create positive change.
At the University of Newcastle, the broader Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ecosystem includes:
- The Wollotuka Institute
- Office of Indigenous Strategy and Leadership
- Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education (CEEHE)
- Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
- Student Support/Wellbeing
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Unit (see below)
- College Assistant Deans, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (see below)
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Unit
Associate Professor Jill Duncan
University Lead, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Astrid Gearin
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator (Student)
- T: (02) 4923 8609
General enquiries
Assistant Deans, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Associate Professor Kathleen Mee
College of Engineering, Science and Environment
Professor Kirsty Pringle
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
Associate Professor Rachel Buchanan
College of Human and Social Futures
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.