University guidelines and policy – family and relationship violence and abuse

The University affirms that family and relationship violence and abuse is unacceptable and that every person is entitled to respect and to live free from fear and abuse.

Our support for students and staff affected by family and relationship violence and abuse is based on our:

• Family and Relationship Violence and Abuse Policy
• Family and Relationship Violence and Abuse Prevention and Management Guidelines.

These are intended to:

• Contribute to the prevention of family and relationship violence and abuse at the university
• Provide a framework to support staff and students who experience abuse

This includes:

• Flexible work or study arrangements
• Leave or compassionate considerations to manage legal, medical, domestic or other matters relating to family violence
• Campus personal safety planning.