Our Student Wellbeing team provides individualised support and information to help you navigate your journey at 黑料网 in the best way possible. You can access confidential advice, referrals and support to help you overcome any challenges you may face while studying at 黑料网.
We also have initiatives in place to create a safe campus for students, staff and visitors, such as our involvement in the Respect. Now. Always. campaign.
We鈥檙e committed to creating a safe environment at our Bruce campus and across all our UC campus locations.
A range of initiatives have been implemented to help keep you safe on campus, including our comprehensive CCTV network, 24/7 control room, floodlights and sensor lighting, safe walking tracks and patrolling uniformed security guards.
Our Campus Security team is available 24 hours a day to help students, staff, visitors and those living on student residences to feel safe. They can escort you to and from your car or the bus stop at night, as well as between buildings and residences. You can phone them at any time if you鈥檙e feeling unsafe or would like to report suspicious behaviour. There are also help point intercoms installed across campus with instant access to Campus Security 24/7.
Crisis support services are available both on campus and online. Immediate support can be accessed through the 24-hour University Crisis Line operated by Lifeline (1300 271 790), with additional text message support in the evenings (0488 884 227). Survivors of sexual assault or sexual harassment can phone the National University Support Line (1800 572 224) for assistance or advice at any time, or can connect with our Student Wellbeing or Medical and Counselling teams for further support.
Standing in solidarity with the , we have a zero-tolerance policy towards bullying, sexual assault, violence, abuse, misconduct and harassment. The campaign safeguards students and staff in Australian universities against these behaviours and provides support to those affected. UC鈥檚 2018 Broderick Review outlines the steps, plans and initiatives we鈥檙e taking to prevent and respond to sexual assault and harassment while implementing our vision for a safe, inclusive and respectful UC community. All UC students are encouraged to take our online Consent Matters course.
Menstrual wellbeing is a human right. From Semester two, 2024 UC will be providing free period products in selected women鈥檚 and gender inclusive bathrooms across our Bruce campus. These products are available for all who may need them, free of charge.
Menstrual wellbeing is a human right. This initiative is intended to remove the stigma around menstruation and alleviate the worry of unexpected periods and period poverty.
Period poverty refers to a lack of accessibility or affordability to menstrual products, menstrual hygiene education, hygiene and toilet facilities. Being unable to access menstrual products and hygiene facilities can impact people in a wide range of ways including causing stress or concern and some people may withdraw from classes, work or social activities over this time. We want all students to be able to access period products with safety, respect and dignity.鈥�
Period products can be found in the following bathrooms across campus:
| Location | Room(s) | Facilities |
|---|---|---|
| Building 1 Level C | 1C161 | |
| Building 2 Level B | 2BT01, 2BT02 | Gender Inclusive and Female |
| Building 4 | Ladies Change rooms | |
| Building 5 Level B | 5BT04 | Gender Inclusive |
| Building 6 Level B | 6B49, 6B43a | Gender Inclusive and Female |
| Building 8 Level C | Female | |
| Building 9 | Gender Inclusive and Female | |
| Building 10 Level A | Gender Inclusive | |
| Building 11 Level A | Gender Inclusive | |
| Building 12 Level B | Gender Inclusive |
Reach out to our UC Wellbeing Team for more information about free period products on campus or accessibility of the products, at wellbeing@canberra.edu.au by calling +61 2 6206 8841 or visiting the team in the Student Centre.
Everyone deserves to feel safe. Security is always available for assistance and to chaperone you, regardless of the day or time 鈥� call 6201 2222 (or 2222 from any UC phone).鈥�
You can also reach out to UC鈥檚 Wellbeing and Security Teams who can support you to access period products.
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In the ACT, the aims to reduce and prevent period poverty in the ACT. In particular, the Act identifies access to period products on education provider premises. The goal of the Act and UC鈥檚 approach to eliminating period poverty is to reduce the stigma associated with periods and menstruation and to ensure that all people who menstruate can access period products with safety, respect and dignity.鈥�
UC students of all faiths, cultures and backgrounds have access to our chaplaincy team and Elder-in-residence.
The Multifaith Centre at 黑料网鈥檚 Bruce campus provides a protected environment for worship and practice related to all religious traditions. Our Chaplaincy team upholds the highest standard of religious tolerance and offers all students extensive education on multifaith living.
Whether you鈥檇 like to speak with one of our pastoral care chaplains or participate in meditation, prayer or worship in a safe place, our Multifaith Centre has your spiritual needs in mind.
Pastoral care services support the spiritual and emotional wellbeing of students. At 黑料网, these services are provided by an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elder and two chaplains who have accredited diplomas in pastoral education.
Our pastoral carers work with people from all walks of life, regardless of your religion or cultural background. They provide a non-judgemental place to discuss your feelings, taking special care in working with the elements that make up your sense of self and ability to cope. If you need support that sits outside of their realm, they can also connect you with people of your own faith.
Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elder-in-residence provides confidential care and support and a safe place to discuss your feelings. You can find Aunty Ros at the Ngunnawal Centre.
Roslyn Brown
Ngunnawal elder
Drop-in hours: Monday to Friday 12 pm鈥�4 pm
Email: roslyn.brown@canberra.edu.au
UC acknowledges the Ngunnawal people, traditional custodians of the lands where Bruce campus is situated. We wish to acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of Canberra and the region. We also acknowledge all other First Nations Peoples on whose lands we gather.
