At Swinburne, we cultivate and respect the strength that difference and cultural diversity creates.
Through our Charter of Cultural Diversity, our diverse community and the many cultural events we host each year, Swinburne continues to be a role model for multicultural excellence.
Swinburne was the first university in Australia to launch a Charter of Cultural Diversity. It reaffirms and extends acknowledgement and respect for the many cultures that make up the Swinburne community.
The Charter is underpinned by a set of Cultural Objectives, with initiatives in the areas of Culture and Capability, Teaching and Learning, Research and Development, Engagement and International Collaboration.
Charter of Cultural Diversity [PDF 1.1MB]
This Charter reaffirms and extends this acknowledgement and respect to the many cultures that make up Swinburne’s diverse community.
Cultural Diversity Objectives [PDF 3.56MB]
This document outlines the general principles set out in the charter and translates these principles into specific objectives to provide academic and organisational direction.
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Our approach to cultural diversity
Learn why Swinburne became the first university in Australia to launch a Charter of Cultural Diversity.
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Our diverse community and events
Learn more about our diverse community and the many cultural events we host throughout the year.
Community engagements and achievements
We are working on many projects to improve the integration of cultural diversity across our university community. Learn about these as well as the achievements and awards we have received so far.
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Opinion: It’s time to strengthen our connection to others
- Social Affairs
An opinion piece by Helen Kapalos, Swinburne’s inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow for Multicultural Engagement.Tuesday 28 April 2020 -
A lifeline in remote learning for Migrant English Students
- Education
Swinburne’s Student Success Coaches are supporting migrant and refugee students studying english language courses.Thursday 28 May 2020 -
Supporting transgender and gender diverse students at Swinburne
- University
Gender diversity support group, Gender Agenda, is supporting the LGBTIQ+ community at Swinburne.Tuesday 04 February 2020 -
Migrants who adapt to Australian culture are happier than those who don’t
- Social Affairs
A recent survey found migrants who assimilate to Australian culture have greater personal well-being than those who don't.Wednesday 24 July 2019 -
Celebrating Lunar New Year around the world
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This January, more than 1.5 billion across the globe will celebrate Lunar New Year.Thursday 23 January 2020 -
Helen Kapalos named VC’s Fellow for Multicultural Engagement
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Journalist Helen Kapalos has been appointed as Swinburne’s inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow for Multicultural Engagement.Friday 11 October 2019 -
Fostering cultural diversity, inclusiveness and belonging at Swinburne
- Social Affairs
A ‘Cultural diversity at work’ panel discussion explores Swinburne’s commitment to cultural diversity, inclusiveness and belonging.Thursday 31 October 2019
Our commitment in action
At Swinburne, we care deeply about fostering inclusion through action which is why we provide support services, training and advice to our students and staff.
Students can access a range of health and wellbeing resources including the asylum seeker and refugee support services or spiritual care facilities.
Staff members can build cultural mindfulness through our Cultural Competency Training Program. To learn more about this course, please contact inclusion@swinburne.edu.au.
Contact the Diversity and Inclusion team at Swinburne
If you have any feedback or questions about our cultural diversity approach, charter or events, email us today: inclusion@swinburne.edu.au.