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| Approving Authority: |
Academic Senate |
| Establishment Date: |
3 July 2002 |
| Date Last Amendment: |
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Equal Opportunity Unit |
Flinders is committed to equity, equal opportunity and cultural diversity.
Flinders University operates within a culturally diverse society and recognises that each student and staff member brings their own unique capabilities, experiences and characteristics to the study or work environment.
The Flinders' community comprises academic and general staff, students and visitors, who may be Indigenous or non-Indigenous Australians or from overseas. People within our community
- have diverse national, racial, ethnic, religious and language origins
- live with a range of abilities and disabilities
- experience different socio-economic histories and status
- encompass different genders and sexual identities
Fundamental Principle
Flinders University values and respects the social, cultural and linguistic diversity of its community and encourages inclusive practices in order to provide an environment that is creative, innovative, flexible and productive.
Objectives
To recognise our commitment to cultural diversity and to sustain and enhance a culturally inclusive environment, Flinders University will
- continue to promote a respect for cultural diversity in University programs and policies;
- continue to encourage our staff and students to observe the values of inclusiveness and fairness whilst maintaining high professional standards so they are able to effectively interact with and operate in culturally diverse communities;
- continue to provide adequate facilities and use materials and methods that are culturally appropriate for students and staff in the University;
- develop further initiatives that promote mutual respect, harmony, cooperation and opportunities for cross-cultural exchange; and
- support an educational approach to the challenges that cultural diversity brings.
For more information,
please contact the Equal Opportunity Unit
Phone: 8201 3735, 8201 2876
Fax: 8201 2485
TTY: 8201 5240
May 2002
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