importance and are generally quite short. The main site is at . Relevant policies and procedures include: Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy: . Macquarie Social Inclusion Plan: . Reconciliation Action Plan: Inclusive Learning & Teaching: Students at Academic Risk Policy: Currently under development are: Disability Action Plan Accessibility Policy Guidelines for non-discriminatory language and presentation. Equity and Diversity Unit This Unit provides advice and assistance on equity and diversity matters for Macquarie staff and students. They also facilitate events throughout the year to increase knowledge, celebrate diversity and build a strong sense of a university community for all. They work closely with faculties and offices on developing local plans; and with the five MUSRA student equity representatives on events and awareness-raising. The Unit focuses on both policy development and proactive initiatives around gender equity, Indigenous engagement, disability awareness and cultural and linguistic diversity. Their work and includes: “Macquarie Women” (guest speakers, round tables celebrations); Reconciliation Calendar; Indigenous traineeships (professional staff) and cadetships (undergraduate students); the Ally Network (supporting Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex [GLBTI] staff and students); Diversity Week events (1st week of semester 2); development of the Disability Action Plan; work placements for people with disabilities (in partnership with CRS Australia); as well as language cafés and workshops on Courageous Conversations About Race. The Equity and Diversity Unit is also involved in the case management of discrimination-related grievances for staff and students. Staff and students are welcomed and encouraged to become involved. For more information you can call 9850 9703 (reception); or contact .au; or go to Myth 8: People with disabilities will be less attractive to employers because they will be less efficient, less reliable, or unsafe employees. Reality: A number of research studies indicate that this is untrue. People with disability value their work role and have fewer injuries; many are more efficient and lose fewer work days than colleagues without a disability.
importance and are generally quite short. The main site is at . Relevant policies and procedures include: Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy: . Macquarie Social Inclusion Plan: . Reconciliation Action Plan: Inclusive Learning & Teaching: Students at Academic Risk Policy: Currently under development are: Disability Action Plan Accessibility Policy Guidelines for non-discriminatory language and presentation. Equity and Diversity Unit This Unit provides advice and assistance on equity and diversity matters for Macquarie staff and students. They also facilitate events throughout the year to increase knowledge, celebrate diversity and build a strong sense of a university community for all. They work closely with faculties and offices on developing local plans; and with the five MUSRA student equity representatives on events and awareness-raising. The Unit focuses on both policy development and proactive initiatives around gender equity, Indigenous engagement, disability awareness and cultural and linguistic diversity. Their work includes: “Macquarie Women” (guest speakers, round tables and celebrations); Reconciliation Calendar; Indigenous traineeships (professional staff) and cadetships (undergraduate students); the Ally Network (supporting Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex [GLBTI] staff and students); Diversity Week events (1st week of semester 2); development of the Disability Action Plan; work placements for people with disabilities (in partnership with CRS Australia); as well as language cafés and workshops on Courageous Conversations About Race. The Equity and Diversity Unit is also involved in the case management of discrimination-related grievances for staff and students. Staff and students are welcomed and encouraged to become involved. For more information you can call 9850 9703 (reception); or contact .au; or go to Myth 8: People with disabilities will be less attractive to employers because they will be less efficient, less reliable, or unsafe employees. Reality: A number of research studies indicate that this is untrue. People with disability value their work role and have fewer injuries; many are more efficient and lose fewer work days than colleagues without a disability.