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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Semester exchange experiences open new worlds for students
- University
- Student News
Mike Kim and Henry Edwards had unique experiences as exchange students in countries whose cultures are different from their own.
Monday 16 September 2024 -
Australia Day Honours for Swinburne community
- University
Swinburne staff, alumni and community members have been recognised in the 2023 Australia Day Honours List for their service and achievements.
Thursday 26 January 2023 -
International students share their experience and advice on working in Australia
- Student News
- Business
- University
International students Khuslen Tsendbaatar and Zayed Al Kathiri reflect on working in Australia after their year-long paid Professional Placement in Swinburne’s Careers & Employability team.
Tuesday 17 January 2023 -
“Racism infects all else”: McAvoy’s powerful words at Barak Wonga
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Tony McAvoy SC’s oration looked at the continued impact of colonialism, the prospects for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, and how racism impacts us all.
Monday 12 December 2022 -
Scholarships help Swinburne students connect in Indo-Pacific
- Law
The New Colombo Plan mobility grant supports future leaders like Swinburne student Bri Williams to lift their knowledge and future networks in the Indo-Pacific
Tuesday 15 November 2022 -
Swinburne awarded best in class for equity and access
- University
Swinburne's Care Leavers Assistance and Support Program has won an AFR Higher Education Award for improving equity and access for students who've experienced care.
Friday 11 November 2022 -
History and heritage inspire creativity
- Design
A group of Australian artists with Italian heritage have proven how design history can inspire creativity through the Parallel Visions exhibition
Thursday 10 November 2022
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.