What we will do 

• Cultivate inclusive learning and working culture through the facilitation of social connections
• Tailor our services to our student profile to create relevant supports and encourage a greater sense of belonging
• Generate and support research which fosters individuals from diverse backgrounds to bring research ideas to USC
• Build on existing exchanges of cultural knowledge and community capacity with a focus on listening to under-represented communities
• Enhance community aspirations and practical research skills, strengths and capabilities that already exist and identify opportunities to share between communities

How will we know we are making a difference? 

• There is university-wide recognition and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culture, knowledge and protocols
• Genuine and close partnerships with Indigenous and transcultural communities

USC commitment  

• Ensure every supervisor is responsible for actively encouraging an open and collaborative culture that demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Establish forums and safe spaces for people to share information about their lived experience
• Provide planned opportunities/ events for the USC community to celebrate diversity, ensuring the engagement is meaningful and has impact

Examples of individual commitment 

• Include pronouns within email signatures
• Participate in and acknowledge national and local dates of significance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Participate in various cultural learning activities
• For those who design and deliver either academic or professional program, create opportunities to raise awareness and include diverse perspectives