We seek to create a culture of acceptance. We cultivate and respect the strength that difference creates. Swinburne celebrates the diversity of its community and recognises the rights and responsibilities of all those within it.
Equity and diversity in action
At Swinburne, we actively promote a culture of inclusion, where diverse backgrounds, genders, sexuality, age, cultures and abilities is celebrated.
Swinburne has initiated the following strategies and action plans to promote and increase diversity and equality for staff and students.
Our scholarships and grants are some examples of these strategies in action.
Diversity & Inclusion Strategy and Framework
Swinburne's framework takes an intersectional approach to all diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives.
Our initiatives in action
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Swinburne Gender Equality Action Plan
Swinburne's Gender Equality Action Plan cements our commitment to continuously improving our gender equity efforts. It contains gender equity strategies and focused actions to improve gender equity throughout our operations.
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SAGE (Science in Australia Gender Equity) at Swinburne
Swinburne is enhancing gender equity and diversity, with a focus on science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM). -
Cultural diversity
Swinburne is a global culturally diverse and inclusive university. We cultivate and respect the strength that difference and cultural diversity creates.
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AccessAbility Action Plan
Swinburne’s AccessAbility Action Plan will ensure our working and learning environments are accessible, inclusive and equitable for people with disability.
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Reconciliation Action Plan
Swinburne’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) builds on our long standing commitment, over two decades, to the education and training of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and communities.
Swinburne cultivates a culture of excellence, dignity, and respect, and continues to create a space where our employees and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender identities can feel safe and be given equal opportunity to thrive and contribute.
Swinburne has a number of LGBTIQ+ programs designed to support students and staff.
Swinburne Ally Network
The Swinburne Ally Network is composed of LGBTIQ+ identifying and non-identifying staff and students who champion inclusion at Swinburne. The group contributes to the design and implementation of the Swinburne’s LGBTIQ+ inclusion programs and organises events and learning sessions that raise awareness of LGBTIQ+ issues and celebrate our inclusive workplace.
To learn more about the Swinburne Ally Network, or if you are interested in joining, please contact allynetwork@swinburne.edu.au.
Gender Agenda
Gender Agenda is a student-led, staff-supported social support group for trans and gender diverse students. The group organises learning sessions and guest speakers for the benefit of its members and the community.
For those who are trans and/or gender diverse and are looking for a strong social support group at university please contact GenderAgenda@swinburne.edu.au.
Please visit our staff intranet (login required) or contact LGBTIQ@swinburne.edu.au for additional information.
Equity and diversity news
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Building social harmony through books
- Education
In order to succeed, a new program that’s breaking down cultural barriers, needs your help.Friday 18 March 2016 -
Celebrating our new Indigenous Learning Circles
Hundreds of Swinburne University of Technology students, staff, and industry partners have gathered to celebrate the launch of the new Indigenous Learning Circles.
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How temporary migration is changing Australia – and the world
- Social Affairs
Adjunct Fellow Peter Mares explores temporary migration policy in Australia.Friday 12 August 2016 -
Your next gen_campus Indigenous Learning Circles are complete!
Swinburne University of Technology is celebrating connection to Country and cultural exchange with new Indigenous Learning Circles at our three Melbourne campuses.
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Closing the digital divide for Australia’s Indigenous communities
- Social Affairs
Swinburne researchers examine Internet access in remote Indigenous communitiesWednesday 22 June 2016 -
Real connections and support at Swinburne helping Tony succeed
- University
- Media and Communication
Swinburne University of Technology’s Moondani Toombadool Centre has helped Bachelor of Nursing student Tony Ryder find cultural connection and community 3000km from home.
Wednesday 25 September 2024
Equity and diversity events
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National Sorry Day Service
Community- Diversity
- Engagement
- Indigenous
Swinburne is holding a service for staff and students to acknowledge the National Sorry Day and the effect on First Nations people.
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Swinburne Annual Reconciliation Lecture 2023
Community- Diversity
- Engagement
- Indigenous
Swinburne and the National Centre for Reconciliation Practice are delighted to welcome Mr Richard Young, a prominent Indigenous artist based in Victoria, to deliver the 2023 Swinburne Annual Reconciliation Lecture.
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Sharing Stories - Inspiring Inclusiveness, celebrating diversity competition
Student Life- Diversity
Are you a current Swinburne student?
Submit a creative piece that inspires inclusiveness! This could be from personal experience (communicating your opinions/beliefs/values) or experiences from someone close to you.
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2020 Swinburne Annual Barak Wonga Oration
- Indigenous
Swinburne University of Technology and the Moondani Toombadool Centre are proud to have Dr Lois Peeler AM, deliver this years Annual Barak Wonga Oration.
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Swinburne Pride Week 2021
Community- Diversity
- Engagement
Calling all Swinburne students, staff, alumni, industry and community partners! Swinburne Pride Week is a chance to celebrate and support our strong, diverse and inclusive community, with a host of engaging activities and online activations. And you’re invited to join the fun!
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Swinburne Social Sciences Week 2021
Community- Technology
- Sustainability
- Indigenous
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Get an insight into the impact of the social sciences and its importance to our understanding of humanity, society and the institutions that govern our lives.
Find out more (Swinburne Social Sciences Week 2021)
Contact us
To enquire about our diversity and inclusion strategies and initiatives, please email inclusion@swinburne.edu.au.
