Discover a week of free events and activities at Diversity Festival

20 Aug 2024
UNSW staff and students on the newly repainted Basser steps

UNSW is gearing up for another vibrant Diversity Festival from 16–20 September.  

Diversity Festival brings students and staff together for a week of free activities, workshops and performances. The Festival will spark thought-provoking conversations from different perspectives about how to create a more inclusive society.

This year’s program includes more than 30 events, celebrating the diversity, creativity and talent of our community.

Each year, students and staff from across the University collaborate to deliver a festival that is truly community-driven. This year’s program features contributions from a range of faculties, divisions, institutes, clubs, societies, the SRC and Arc.

“Diversity Festival is a week to be immersed in celebration, connection and learning, with representation from all corners of campus life. I’m looking forward to seeing our community come together and enjoying the activities,” says Professor Bruce Watson, Pro Vice-Chancellor Inclusion.

Explore the full Diversity Festival 2024 program and register for events

Program highlights include: 

Trump’s America and the Future of Diversity

Hosted by Vice-President, Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement Professor Verity Firth, author Nick Bryant and UC Law’s Chief Diversity Officer Mario Ernesto Lopez explore the societal impact of equity, diversity and inclusion – both when they’re present and when they’re missing.

Monday 16 September, 12pm–1pm

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Speak Out: Forced Migration

Delve into the complex and pressing issue of forced migration and learn how to be a supportive ally through a conversation with the team behind UNSW’s Justice Inclusion Access (JINA) project.

Monday 16 September, 10am–11am 

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Improving the Student Experience of Class Participation

A collaborative workshop to help drive student engagement. Learn about the facilitators and inhibitors of class participation and practical, evidence-based tips for encouraging and supporting students. 

Thursday 19 September, 2:30pm–4pm

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Anti-racism @ UNSW – Awareness and social cohesion empowerment training

Delivered in partnership with Kind Enterprises, this session will build cross-cultural capability, racial literacy and racial equity competencies for UNSW staff.

Thursday 19 September, 9:30am–11.30am

Register

Quad Festival

Head over to the Helen Maguire Lawn at the Quad and enjoy food, activities and live performances, including a pop-up gallery, opportunity to paint your own art, and Middle Eastern music by AvaZan Music Group.

Wednesday 18 September, 11am–2pm

No registrations needed

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