How you can get involved in International Women’s Day 2024
International Women’s Day (IWD) is Friday 8 March – check out the events happening both at Deakin and in the wider community to celebrate IWD this year.
Help us keep Deakin a safe, inclusive and respectful environment by following these values
We want Deakin to be a great place to study, work and spend time. But it takes all of us to keep our culture positive, safe and inclusive. Here's what you can do.
Respect Week celebrates our unique strengths – apply now to be a student performer!
We're on the lookout for dancers, singers, musicians, DJs and emcees, with a focus on celebrating cultures around the world, to perform on each campus during Respect at Uni Week in March.
International Day for Girls & Women in Science 2024: listen to our podcast!
To celebrate women and girls in science, listen to the latest Respect. Belong. Thrive. podcast featuring Zoë Brittain and Brooke Jensen, Deakin STEM students and In2science mentors.
March with Deakin in the 2024 Pako Festa Parade!
Help Deakin celebrate our diverse community by marching in the 2024 Pako Festa Parade! Don't delay though – registrations close 16 February and there are only 50 spots available!
Do you have a learning barrier? Help is available ahead of end-of-unit assessments
There's lots of accessibility and inclusion support available as we head into the end-of-unit assessment period.
Deakin unites against violence during 16 Days of Activism
As the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2023 campaign draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the impactful events and activities we took part in during this time.
Learn what healthy relationships look like in this short online unit
Learn how to be a good partner, friend and member of our community by completing this quick online module.
Contact Safer Community if you ever feel unsafe at home or uni
If you ever experience or witness problem behaviour, including sexual harm and family violence, Safer Community can provide confidential support.
Ask yourself: do you really know what ‘disability’ means?
Ahead of International Day of People with Disability 2023, student Maddie reflects on some common ideas and assumptions about disability, and what you can do to help your fellow students feel included at uni.
Let’s change the story: respect is treating everyone as an equal
While it can feel hard to call out behaviour that disrespects women, this is how we'll all help to end gender-based violence. During this year's 16 Days of Activism campaign, discover how you can make a difference.
Exploring your spiritual side? Come and chat about anything with a chaplain
Have you met Deakin's amazing team of multifaith chaplains yet? They are here to support everyone – regardless of your beliefs. See how you can get in touch should you need a friendly ear or a fresh perspective during your studies.