The Respect Taskforce
The Respect Taskforce is the University's strategic unit responsible for defining and prioritising the goals of the University in eliminating sexual assault and sexual harassment. Specific actions to achieve Respect goals will be undertaken by the relevant specialist area/s, identified through consultation. Where required, the taskforce may establish working groups with a wider membership to support its work, or work with existing groups. The taskforce will develop an accessible and transparent articulation of the University's Respect goals and actions, to be shared with both the University community and the general public and relevant documents including meeting minutes will be published on this page.
Terms of Reference
- Develop strategies to improve the culture, policies and practices of the University in relation to sexual assault and sexual harassment.
- Oversee and monitor the implementation of new policies, procedures and practices.
- Identify and mitigate risks to members of the University community.
- Act as the liaison point for relevant stakeholder groups within the University, its affiliates and the wider community.
- Advise on training programs and University activities and events to raise awareness and knowledge of responsibilities.
- Advise on University communications.
- Advise the Provost on strategy, resources and specific issues as necessary.
Membership
- Richard James, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic & Undergraduate) & Deputy Provost (Chair)
- Paul Duldig, Head of University Services
- Maddy McMaster, Director Students and Equity
- Daniel Persaud, Director Wellbeing
- Amanda Davis, Graduate Research Advisor
- Jenny Morgan, Professor in Law
- Cathy Humphreys, Professor in Social Work
- Georgina Sutherland, Senior Research Fellow, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
- Sally Eastoe, Executive Director Human Resources and OH&S
- Hannah Buchan, UMSU Women’s officer
- Damian Powell, Principal Janet Clarke Hall
- Jonas Larsen, President UMSU International
- Zimo Wang, GSA Women's officer
- Debra Tegoni, General Counsel and Executive Director, Legal and Risk
- Bruce Tobin, Acting Associate Director, Public Affairs
Executive Officer:
- Celia Scott, Chancellery Academic and International
Resources
UoM Respect Survey Press Release
The results from the Australian Human Rights Commission's survey into university student experiences of sexual assault and sexual harassment was released 1 August 2017.
UoM Survey Results
The AHRC's results for the University of Melbourne.
UoM Analysis Report
The University's analysis report of results.
The AHRC report
Change The Course: National Report on Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment at Australian Universities.
The AHRC Methodology
Detailling the methodologies used for the survey and analysis of results.
UoM update on AHRC recommendations
RNA awareness raising campaign material
Staff only: A comprehensive range of materials is available for you to display and distribute throughout your department or faculty to underline your commitment and to show staff and students where to seek the help and support they need.
Bystander Interventions
Everyone’s Responsibility: The Potential for Bystander Intervention at the University of Melbourne. Read the report or the brief or watch the video prepared by members of the 2017 Academic Women in Leadership Programme.
Lecture Slides and Recording
The University held 2 results briefing lectures in August 2017.
Safer Community Program
The Safer Community Program (SCP) promotes a respectful, inclusive, and connected campus community that fosters safe learning, working and living at the University of Melbourne. The SCP provides the opportunity to seek support and advice about behaviours of concern.
Respect Week
Respect Week at the University of Melbourne celebrates our commitment to a safe, inclusive, connected and respectful University community that embraces diversity and is free from behaviours that place people at risk of harm.
Student Respect Page
The University of Melbourne is committed to a safe, inclusive and respectful community.
Meetings
2018
| Date | Time | Location | Meeting Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 February, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 21 March, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 18 April, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 4 Meeting Room (401), Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 16 May, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 20 June, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 15 August, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 19 September, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 3 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 17 October, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 21 November, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | TBC |
| 19 December, 2018 | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | TBC |
2017
| Date | Time | Location | Meeting Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 August, 2017 | 3.30 pm to 5:00 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 13 September, 2017 | 2:00 pm to 4:00pm | Level 3 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 11 October, 2017 | 3.30 pm to 5:00 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 8 November, 2017 | 3.30 pm to 5:00 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |
| 13 December, 2017 | 3.30 pm to 5:00 pm | Level 7 Meeting Room, Raymond Priestley Building | Download |