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Resources and Support

Equity Projects Team

You can contact the Equity Projects Team for further information on any current initiatives, to provide feedback or for referrals by emailing equity@ecu.edu.au or by phoning (08) 6304 6170.

We are always looking for feedback on what is and isn’t working and the needs of our community, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss any concerns or needs you may have.

Inclusive Language Guide

The Equity Projects team has developed ECU's Inclusive Language Guide. As a university, we have a strong and maturing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and we acknowledge the benefits that diversity brings to our institution. Everyone is entitled to see themselves positively reflected and acknowledged in our community, especially in the language we speak and write. Using inclusive language fosters a welcoming culture and delivers a curriculum that reflects the natural diversity of human experiences. It also ensures we are complying with anti-discrimination policies and legislation. For more information, and to provide feedback, email equity@ecu.edu.au.

University Contact Officers (UCOs)

UCOs provide assistance to students and staff members by providing referral information on equity policies and practices, together with details of services and support available to assist in resolving issues of concern.

ALLY Network

Our ALLY Network is made up of students and staff who are dedicated to increasing awareness of and support for LGBTIQ populations.

Further support and resources

Psychological Counselling Support

ECU provides a free, confidential counselling service to all currently enrolled ECU students residing in Australia to address any personal issues that impact on your studies.

Access and Inclusion

Access and Inclusion provides support to students with a permanent or temporary disability or medical condition which may impact on their participation at ECU, or students who care for a family member with a disability or medical condition.

Student Success Officers

Student Success Officers offer ongoing coordinated support to any student who may desire it. This involves assisting students to negotiate university life and offering one-on-one appointments for the development of action plans designed to assist students to achieve success in their studies at ECU.

Student Guild

The Student Guild acts on behalf of all students, providing services that aim to protect students' rights and enhance their study experience at ECU. The Guild also organises social and cultural activities and supports our student clubs and societies.

Equity Scholarships

ECU Equity Scholarships are intended to assist future and current undergraduate students from designated equity groups, with the costs associated with University study including students from low socio-economic backgrounds, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander's, people with a disability or ongoing illness, people with significant caring responsibilities and those from rural or regional area of Australia.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ECU staff and their immediate family members can access free and confidential short-term psychological assistance for either personal or work related issues.

Human Resources Service

Human Resources Service is available to provide support and advice on a wide range of employment-related policies and procedures including flexible work arrangements and workplace conduct issues.

Inclusive Workplace

ECU is proud to be an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for positions with us. We also encourage you to get in touch to discuss any specific needs or concerns you may have prior to applying.

Diversity Council Australia

In 2017 ECU joined the Diversity Council Australia, the independent not-for-profit peak body leading diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All staff are welcome to access the myriad of resources available.


We would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Noongar people, the traditional custodians of the land upon which ECU's campuses stand and programs operate.

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