Sign up for inclusive training modules and workshops on cultural inclusion, accessibility, LGBTQIA+ allyship, student equity and more.
We have a range of learning and development opportunities available to staff to support inclusive and diverse learning and working environments across the University. Several new training workshops are launching this year.
As part of UNSW’s commitment to building and promoting a respectful and inclusive culture, diversity training increases awareness of issues related to equity, diversity and inclusion, including understanding different cultures, identities and experiences.
All staff are encouraged to complete the training programs, which will help you develop the knowledge, skills and tools needed to build an equitable and inclusive culture at UNSW, where all students and staff feel valued and able to be their authentic selves.
2024 training opportunities
LGBTQIA+ Allyship@UNSW
We are building a community of students and staff who are committed to being allies to the LGBTQIA+ community at UNSW. These workshops develop capacity to adjust behaviours, address discrimination and leverage support services to confidentially assist staff and students within LGBTQIA+ communities.
- Tuesday 5 March (in person)
- Thursday 27 June (online)
- Wednesday 16 October (in person)
Cultural Inclusion@UNSW
UNSW is a vibrant, multicultural campus with students and staff from more than 120 different nationalities who each bring their own experiences, perspectives and practices to our community. These introductory workshops build capacity to adjust behaviours and challenge harmful stereotypes with practical guidance.
- Thursday 21 March (online)
- Tuesday 18 June (in person)
- Tuesday 8 October (in person)
Accessibility@UNSW
Build knowledge, skills and tools to ensure accessibility confidence in the workplace and classroom. These workshops detail workplace adjustments at UNSW, provide practical guidance for making materials accessible, and promote an intersectional approach to accessibility at UNSW.
- Monday 1 July (in person)
- Thursday 3 October (online)
Understanding Student Equity at UNSW
Learn about UNSW’s Gateway Equity Target and widening participation initiatives, the importance of access pathways for students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds, and the strengths, unique knowledge and experiences a diverse student body brings to UNSW. These modules include stories from Gateway pathway students about their experiences that will highlight the importance of creating inclusive learning environments.
- Self-paced – available for self-enrolment online at any time.
SBS Inclusion Program
These four modules build participant knowledge about inclusion in general as well as specific diversity dimensions, including culture, gender and disability.
- Self-paced – available for self-enrolment online at any time.
Other programs include:
- Gender affirmation awareness training can be arranged for teams throughout the year on an as-needed basis. Discuss training options by emailing: access_equity_inclusion@unsw.edu.au.
- LGBTQIA+ awareness training (monthly, online 1.5-hour live sessions) is available to all UNSW staff and students through UNSW’s LGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion partner, Pride in Diversity. Request log in details by emailing: access_equity_inclusion@unsw.edu.au.
Training is delivered both in person and online. For some programs, places are limited but waitlists will open for each session. Find out more and sign up.
More ways to support inclusion at UNSW
- Download and use the Culturally Inclusive Calendar when planning and scheduling your events and meetings.
- Show your pride and allyship at Mardi Gras celebrations.
- Use our accessible communication guidelines and resources when planning events, in communications and day-to-day work:
- The Brand Hub’s inclusive language guide (in the UNSW Writing Style Guide) and accessible brand templates
- Accessible and Inclusive Events Hub
- Accessibility website.
- Engage the Students as Partners Consultative Group (SCON) or EDI Staff Consultative Group for feedback from community members with diverse lived experiences on projects or initiatives.
- SpeakUp when you see or experience unacceptable behaviour.
- Share this information with your colleagues and encourage your teams to complete the suite of learning and development programs.
These programs are managed and delivered by Access, Equity and Inclusion (Division of Equity Diversity & Inclusion). If you have any questions about these training opportunities, email access_equity_inclusion@unsw.edu.au.
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