Goal 10:
Reduced Inequalities
Anti-Discrimination Policies
In 2024, the University of Newcastle maintained a clear and comprehensive Workplace Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination Policy, which outlines our commitment to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members of the University community.
The policy explicitly states that the University will not tolerate, and is committed to preventing, all forms of:
- Workplace bullying
- Unlawful harassment
- Unlawful discrimination
Section 7 – Discrimination addresses the University’s obligations under relevant legislation, including the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) and the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), and affirms that all staff, students, and affiliates must be treated fairly and equitably regardless of personal characteristics such as race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religious belief.
This policy underpins the University's broader strategic commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of academic and professional life.
This policy was effective from the 8th of April 2024 and will be reviewed in April 2027.
Learn more about what's happening at the University:
News • 29 Jun 2017
CEEHE to host 2018 Gender and Education Association International Conference
CEEHE will be hosting the 2018 Gender and Education Association (GEA) International Conference in December next year.
News • 22 Jun 2017
Visiting Scholar: Professor Linda Sax
The gender gap in computing will be explored later in July when Professor Linda Sax visits the University of Newcastle (UON).
News • 19 May 2017
Programs that prepare students for university study may no longer be free
For the first time, students may have to pay up to A$3271 for “enabling” courses, designed to prepare students for university study.
News • 17 May 2017
Reflections from visiting scholar Dr Marie-Pierre Moreau
Renowned scholar in gender and education, Dr Marie-Pierre Moreau, visited the Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education (CEEHE) in April.
News • 28 Apr 2017
University deadlines affecting student engagement
New research from the University of Newcastle reveals equity students in higher education are challenged by institutional expectations about time.
News • 26 Apr 2017
Changes to the Australian Citizenship test may impact refugees
Dr Sally Baker and Dr Rachel Burke explore how proposed changes to the Australian Citizenship test are likely to further disadvantage refugees.
News • 05 Apr 2017
New guidelines on improving online retention
New research and comprehensive guidelines for improving student outcomes in online learning is now available to access.
News • 05 Apr 2017
Visiting Scholar: Dr Marie-Pierre Moreau
Experiences of staff and students with caring responsibilities will be investigated later when Dr Marie-Pierre Moreau visits the University of Newcastle
News • 27 Feb 2017
Dubbo receives AVID program in a digital first
The University of Newcastle (UON) will conduct the first-ever distance video link tutorials with students in Dubbo to prepare students for success in school
News • 13 Feb 2017
Fulbright Indigenous Scholarship for UON researcher
Dr Stephanie Gilbert is set to put an international perspective on her research after she was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship
News • 25 Nov 2016
Higher Education was life saving for me
CEEHE's Professor Penny Jane Burke's life story inspires filmmaker son.
News • 24 Nov 2016
Award winning film to address domestic violence
A film screening is being held to start a national discussion on how higher education can contribute to ending family and domestic violence.
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.