Safer communities
You have the right to be safe, respected and supported. Find out how to get support, report an incident, request an appointment or seek advice from our team.
If you’ve seen or experienced behaviour that doesn’t feel right, we’re here to help. We'll listen, offer support and guide you through your options.
If you’ve experienced violence, sexual harm or threats – or you’re worried about someone who has – you don’t have to cope alone.
Security on campus
Our licensed security officers keep our campuses secure. They're available day and night to:
- patrol across campus
- escort you to your car or building
- respond to incidents
- lock and secure buildings
- give first aid.
If you ever feel unsafe or need assistance while you're at uni, don’t hesitate to contact campus security.
Our commitment to you
We want you to thrive at Federation, free from discrimination, violence or harassment. We work across every area of university life to make our campuses equitable and safe.
We have policies and procedures in place to protect your rights and guide your actions if something happens.
Read the Respectful and Inclusive Communities Action Plan (RICAP) and learn about how we are putting the plan into practice.
Staying safe online
The eSafety Commissioner can help protect you and remove harmful content such as adult cyber abuse and intimate images shared without consent. Seek help or learn more about tech-based gendered violence, and online safety issues that may impact you.
National Student Safety Survey
The 2021 National Student Safety Survey (NSSS) collected data on university student experiences of sexual harassment and sexual assault. The results have helped guide our ongoing work for change. A new survey is scheduled to come out in 2026.