Women on campus

Flinders University is committed to achieving gender equity, diversity and inclusion and identifying and removing barriers to attraction, retention and progression for staff and students.

In recognition of our ongoing efforts, Flinders University has proudly achieved Institutional Bronze Accreditation and earned the third of five Cygnets required to apply for Silver Accreditation in the internationally recognised SAGE Athena Swan program.

While these accomplishments are significant milestones, they represent just one step in our ongoing journey to champion diversity and promote equal opportunities for all staff and students.

COMING SOON: Webpage review and update

New equity, diversity and inclusion webpages coming in 2025!

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Our equity, diversity, and inclusion webpages are currently undergoing a review to ensure they accurately reflect our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. This process involves examining content, design, and language to align with evolving standards and best practices. We aim to create an informative and welcoming digital space that embodies our dedication to equity and embraces diversity in all its forms. We appreciate your patience as we work towards enhancing our online presence to better support and represent our Flinders community.

For further information or if you would like to provide feedback on your user experience, please contact Katie Hazell, Senior Diversity and Inclusion Consultant : katie.hazell@flinders.edu.au.

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Parental and caring support

The importance of family and caring responsibilities is recognised, valued and supported at Flinders.

Our gender-neutral policies and support structures are designed to support staff to undertake individual family and caring needs, whilst continuing to be engaged in University life and thrive in their careers.

Find information on a range of parental supports and resources in the learn more link below.

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Elimination of violence against women

There is growing recognition around Australia and a groundswell of support for actions that recognise the prevalence and cost of violence against women and children.

Find out more information about the support structures offered by Flinders, in addition to types of violence and further resources.

Elimination of violence against women

Gender equality guidelines

Flinders University is committed to achieving gender equality in employment by identifying and removing any discriminatory employment barriers and taking action to promote gender equality in the workplace.

The Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 has a focus on promoting and improving gender equality and outcomes for both women and men in the workplace.

Flinders University provides reports to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency in accordance with the requirements of the Act.

Employees may make comments on the report to us by contacting the Equal Opportunity team or to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

In March 2023 Parliament passed the Workplace Gender Equality Amendment (Closing the Gender Pay Gap) Act 2023. As a result, on 27^th February 2024, WGEA published for the first-time organisational Gender Pay Gap data (GPG).

Whilst Flinders has shown improvements in reducing our GPG over the last few years, we recognise the need to continue our commitment towards gender equality.

To find out more about Flinders Gender Pay Gap, comparison to Industry and continued commitment to reducing our GPG please view our Employer Statement alternatively further information can be accessed via the WGEA website.

Please do not hesitate to contact Katie Hazell, Senior Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, if you require any further information.