Equity and safety policies
Your rights at Federation University are protected by policies and procedures that tell you what behaviours aren't acceptable and what can happen if you report.
- Your right to not be harassed (including sexual harassment) or discriminated against is protected under the Equal Opportunity and Valuing Diversity Guidelines.
- The options available if you make a complaint (disclosure or report) about discrimination (related to a protected attribute) are outlined in our Discrimination Complaints (Students) Procedure.
- The options available if you make a complaint (disclosure or report) related to sexual harm and sexual violence are outlined in our Sexual Harm Response Procedure (Students). Student Equity and Inclusion can assist you in navigating these options and provide assistance throughout the process.
- If you are a staff member who feels they are being bullied, you can find out about how to get help from the Bullying Prevention and Management Procedure.
- Other negative or inappropriate behaviour may constitute general misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct, and are not tolerated at Federation University. General misconduct may result in penalties including being excluded from university. If you have any of these concerns, tell a lecturer, tutor or School Grievance Officer and access the Complaints Management Procedure.
- For any concerns about the welfare of a child read our Child Safe Procedure.
- Federation University stands with and supports survivors of family and intimate partner violence. We can provide supports in work and study environment, and provide leave and additional support. Find out more by reading our Family and Domestic Violence Procedure.