Equity
The University of the Sunshine Coast is committed to the principles of equity and freedom from discrimination in employment and education.
EO Online supports this commitment to equity through a comprehensive self-paced, online training program about equal opportunity and legal responsibilities. The interactive program is available for all staff of the University.
Staff operate under a Code of Conduct, and the University also has specific policies and procedures to promote equity and eliminate discriminatory and harassing practices and to provide a means of redress where discrimination or harassment has occurred:
- Equity - Governing Policy
- Discrimination and Harassment - Governing Policy
- Staff Discrimination and Harassment Complaint Procedures
- Student Grievances and Appeals - Governing Policy
- Student Grievances and Appeals - Procedures and Guidelines for Students
- Inclusive and Non-Discriminatory Language - Managerial Policy
Other related policies include the University of the Sunshine Coast Enterprise Agreement 2010-2013, Workplace Rehabilitation - Managerial Policy and Parental Leave - Managerial Policy.
Equity support officers are available on campus to provide assistance, advice and support.
Staff can contact one of the trained Equity Support Officers listed below:
| Name | Area | Contact number |
|---|---|---|
| Alicia Berneville-Claye (on maternity leave until January 2014) | Information Services, Mail and Print Services (Building J) | +61 7 5459 4411 |
| Monica Ford | Student Life and Learning (Building C) | +61 7 5430 1226 |
| Dr Meredith Lawley | Arts and Business (Building K) | +61 7 5459 4459 |
| Dr Julie Matthews | Arts and Business (Innovation Centre) | +61 7 5459 4441 |
| Melissa Payne | Arts and Business (Building K) | +61 7 5456 5782 |
| Dr Sheila Peake | USC International (Building J) | +61 7 5430 1247 |
| Dr Ian White | Arts and Business (Building D) | +61 7 5459 4437 |
The University of the Sunshine Coast is an Equal Opportunity Employer.