Diversity Week 2009 - it's about you!
Monday 16 to Friday 20 March
Did you know that the University community is made up of around forty five thousand students, who speak 99 different languages between them. 850 students use the Disability Liaison Unit, 57% of the students here are female (up from just 26% in 1935!), and staff at the University were born in 97 different countries!
From 16-20 March, the University of Melbourne will be celebrating its diverse population with a lively program of events organised by staff and students. This important event celebrates the rich diversity within the University community and promotes the inclusivity of all staff and students at Melbourne.
This week will be held in conjunction with the United Nations Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21.
How can I participate in Diversity Week?
How can I get a copy of the full Diversity Week program?
Enter the Diversity Week competition to win a $100 Book Shop voucher!
Celebrating 'Cultural Diversity Week' around Victoria
Diversity Week 2009 mini-grants scheme
How can I participate in Diversity Week?
Staff are invited to take part in the annual University of Melbourne ‘Diversity Week’ celebrations, from Monday 16-Friday 20 March. Events include:
* Diversity Week Launch:
The week was be officially launched on Tuesday 17 March by Dr Muhammad Kamal (Arabic & Islamic Studies, Asialink), and introduced by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Glyn Davis.
Listen to Dr Muhammad Kamal's speech on Lectopia
Download a transcript of Dr Muhammad Kamal's speech (PDF 42KB)
For more information about our guest speaker, Dr Muhammad Kamal, head to the Asia Institute website.
* Diversity Week Panel Discussion
Staff and students are encouraged to participate in a dialogue about diversity with a panel of guests including Alice Pung (Melbourne writer and lawyer), Kon Karapangiotidis (Asylum Seeker Resource Centre), current students and others.
This session will be chaired by Professor Ian Malkin, School of Law, University of Melbourne.
Date: Thursday 19 March
Venue:Old Arts Building, Theatre E (Ref 14G) PDF 1027KB
Time: 1.00pm-2.00pm
RSVP: Email Leander to confirm your attendance at this event, with 'RSVP Panel' in the subject line.
* Diversity Week program
Over 30 events have been organised by the staff and students at the University of Melbourne. Please support this important week by downloading the full program (PDF 871KB) and attending as many events as possible!
This program has been supported by the Equity & Diversity Planning mini-grants scheme.
How can I get a copy of the full Diversity Week program?
Enter the Diversity Week competition to win one of 5 $100 Book Shop vouchers!
To find out more about the Diversity Week competition, head to the Diversity Week 2009 competition page.
Celebrating 'Cultural Diversity Week' around Victoria
'Cultural Diversity Week' is coordinated by the Victorian Multicultural Commission from 15-21 March. This state-wide event involves a lively program of festivals and events that focus on the cultural, linguistic and religious diversity in Victoria.
Find out more about the Celebrating Cultural Diversity program.
Diversity Week mini-grants scheme
Applications are now closed for the Diversity Week 2009 mini-grants scheme.
If you are interested in contributing to further Diversity-related celebrations, contact Leander or check this site again towards the end of 2009.
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Thank you to everyone who participated in and supported Diversity Week in March 2008.
The 2008 Diversity Week program included exhibitions, lectures, interactive workshops, and much more. Bright orange ribbons and colourful badges could also be seen on the lapels, shirts and bags of staff and students across the campus in support of diversity at the University of Melbourne.
Find out more about Diversity Week 2008.
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