Respect at Uni

Empowering our university community to champion change for an equal and respectful culture.

Respect at Uni is an opportunity to learn about our commitment to the prevention of and response to sexual violence: providing learning opportunities. It also fosters an inclusive and safe community for everyone here at Southern Cross University.

Be a Better Human

Be a Better Human booklet

We’re encouraging everyone who is part of our campus community to take a moment and consider how we can ‘better’ our behaviour. Learn more about how to have respectful relationships or learn more about how to be a respectful community member.

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Respect and Inclusion at SCU

Student Safety

Nurturing a safe, supportive and respectful environment is all about care, one of Southern Cross University's most important values.

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Ally Network

Join or contact the Ally Network and learn more about gender and sexuality diversity supports.

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Indigenous Australian Student Services (IASS)

Events, support and guidance for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying at SCU.

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Student Equity

Supporting the participation and success of students with diverse and intersectional identities.

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Self-help Hub

A rich array of information, resources, self-guided tutorials, and connections; all designed to aid students in their academic and personal growth.

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Student Advocacy Service

Free and confidential advocacy in relation to the academic and procedural rules and regulations of the University.

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Student Services Amenity Fee

The Respect at Uni is funded by your SSAF.

On-demand online learning

Explore our on-demand online learning modules designed to increase your understanding of contributing to a respectful and inclusive academic, social, and cultural environment. You can also complete them for self-education and professional development. Some may require SCU login.

Respect@SCU

This online module help you understand what it means to be a respectful member of the Southern Cross University community and promote an inclusive and diverse culture on campus.

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Understanding Gender and Sexuality Diversity eLearning

Learn about sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression and strengthen your understanding of diverse identities and LGBTIQA+ peoples and communities

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Unconscious bias

Unconscious bias is when you either favour or discriminate against one group or person without being aware of your actions. This module will help you understand how it can affect your behaviour and how you can mitigate its influence.

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Introduction to Disability Awareness

Challenge ingrained cultural and attitudinal barriers that perpetuate discrimination and learn about the inclusion of people with disability in Australia. You must create a free account and log in.

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Introduction to the Prevention of Gender Based Violence

This free, introductory Course will help you develop foundational knowledge to support further studies or work in gender equity and the prevention of violence against women.

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Are you a student needing help?

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1800 SC HELP / 1800 72 4357