At the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning, we are committed to supporting excellence in the built environment sector and empowering the future generation of built environment professionals. To achieve this, we create space for diversity in all its forms to thrive, deepen inclusive practice and culture, and embed diversity and inclusion in all we do.
Diversity and Inclusion News
Resources
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Murrup Barak, Melbourne Institute for Indigenous Development
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Pride in Action Network
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Resources for staff and students with disabilities
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Support dealing with discrimination on campus
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Melbourne Counselling and Psychological Services
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Respect at the University of Melbourne
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University research into racism
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Diversity and Inclusion in Teaching and Learning
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Indigenous Knowledge in the Built Environment
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Student Equity and Disability Services
ABP Diversity and Inclusion Commitment Statement
We are committed to shaping a welcoming, equitable and inclusive place for research and education, attracting a diverse mix of talented staff and students working purposefully with engaged partners for public good. We listen with respect and humility, we acknowledge traditional Indigenous custodians, and we continue to pursue meaningful connections to create a community of care that is rooted in respect, conviviality and collegiality.
We recognise the path ahead to overcome disadvantage is a complex one but, together as a community strengthened by diverse voices, we are determined to discover a better way of supporting each other and living in solidarity together to meet the needs of future generations. We are modest about our capacity to change the world, but we are bold enough to assert our attempt to do so as built environment teachers, students and researchers.
ABP seeks a world beyond the narrow confines of singular disciplinary perspectives, one which celebrates our diversity as critical ingredients for the social imaginary of a progressive world.
Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Faculty Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee (DIAC) was created as an advisory group that provides leadership, partnership and advice to advance diversity and inclusion goals in ABP. to proactively address issues of social equity and diversity within the faculty, creating opportunities for diversity and inclusion to thrive.
We are guided by the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2030, the Athena SWAN action plan [staff only], and the Faculty’s Strategic Plan Designing Futures.
Learn more about the Committee, its Terms of Reference and Membership [staff only].
Please email FDIAC with any questions or initiatives you'd like included on the ABP Diversity and Inclusion website at abp-diversity@unimelb.edu.au
Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan
To help achieve diversity and inclusion, we will oversee through the development, implementation and evaluation of the D&I Action Plan. The Action Plan is our commitment to advance diversity and inclusion goals in the faculty, as a post COVID community, build on ABP’s already strong social fabric and continuing to shape a workplace and learning culture which enables social inclusion and full participation of all staff and students.
Our actions are guided by the ABP's Diversity & Inclusion goals:
- Meaningful connections, purposeful engagement.
- Everyone is welcome, safe and can belong at ABP.
- A diverse ABP community.
- Trusted leaders in the built environment embedding diversity and inclusion.
These goals shape our actions and initiatives. If you would like to learn more about our initiatives or join the ABP D&I Reference Group or contribute to a Working Group, please contact us at ABP-diversity@unimelb.edu.au
Athena SWAN at the University of Melbourne
The University is proud to be a founding member of the SAGE (Science in Australia Gender Equity) initiative to commit to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter. The Athena Swan accreditation process involves an intensive exploration of the state of gender equity and development of a 4-year action plan to address opportunities and challenges. The University of Melbourne was granted a Bronze Award – the first step in the Athena SWAN program accreditation process.
Learn more about Athena SWAN at the University of Melbourne and Athena SWAN and SAGE Resources.
Contact
If you have any questions or comments about the Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning's diversity and inclusion initiatives, or if you'd like to get involved, please contact abp-diversity@unimelb.edu.au.