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For further information on any of these initiatives please contact Faculty of Business the Chair of the Equity Committee (to be announced)
Information for new staff in the Faculty of Business
Information on induction workshops, codes of practice, staff employment policies and professional development may be found in QUT Equity Section and the Human Resources Department.
The role of the Equity Section
The key role of the QUT Equity Section is to drive cultural change at QUT by fostering an organisational culture that values diversity and equal opportunity amongst its participants. In effect this involves the creation of a supportive educational and work environment for the staff and students which make up the University community, and an environment which is free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.
The Equity Section aims to fulfil its role through a variety of activities, including:
- Providing advice and guidance to managers and supervisors on implementing equity conducting staff development and training activities
- Providing information and advice to staff and students on equity matters coordinating Discrimination Contact Officer networks and
- Liaising with Faculty and Divisional Equity Committees to develop locally based initiatives, and reporting on and promoting equity goals and initiatives through a variety of Equity-related reports and publications
Role of the HR Department
The role of the Human Resources Department is to support the achievement of the people management elements of the University's goals by:
- Providing a strategic focus to people management issues
- Delivering high quality customer service and promoting good practice
- Providing timely and effective communication and HR information and
- Contributing to the development of a performance culture
Information for Women
There are a number of strategies and initiatives for female staff within the Faculty of Business at QUT. Development programs are offered through the Faculty of Business, specifically in relation to women in leadership and women in research. Please contact Dr Erica French for information regarding current initiatives. e.french@qut.edu.au or telephone 3138 2938.
Career Development for Women 2005 is a comprehensive guide on all QUT and external providers who offer career development opportunities for women. Download a copy of this guide. (Word, 228kB)
Supporting staff from non-english speaking backgrounds
The University has a Policy on Cultural Diversity which aims to ensure that all staff and students are treated equitably and can work and study free of discrimination and harassment. This policy recognises that a culturally diverse community is characterised by a wide range of traditions, languages, beliefs, values, ideas and practices. The policies adopted by the University reflect those set down in Australian and International law which aim to be inclusive of all people regardless of gender, class, sexuality, region of origin, race, ethnicity and religion.
In support of its commitment to cultural pluralism and diversity, the University has policies in place which pertain to Human Resources policy and development including recruitment and selection, Curriculum development, participation in Research and Community Service and in the overall Organisational Culture and Environment.
Mechanisms exist within the University to protect staff from discrimination on the basis of cultural differences. Staff and students can approach a Discrimination Contact Officer if they have suffered discrimination or harassment.
Central Equity Section
The Equity Section coordinates and supports a range of services for staff and students including a comprehensive equity training and development program; disability services; affirmative action, equal opportunity and employment strategies; equity data collection and staff networks.
The Equity Section is also responsible for implementing policies and procedures to protect staff and students from discrimination and harassment. This includes comprehensive grievance resolution policies and procedures for all staff and students, training for managers and supervisors in the handling of grievances and a Discrimination Contact Officer network to assist in the handling of discrimination-related grievances.
Other initiatives include an equity recognition and reward program for individuals and projects which show a commitment to infusing equity considerations into all spheres of activity within the University. For further QUT Equity information click here to view the QUT Equity website.