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The ‘Strength in Diversity’ online module will help you embrace your value and identity in the workplace.
Diversity Initiatives and Resources
Are you a student with diverse lived experiences? There are a range of career development initiatives and resources tailored to your needs, that will enhance your employability and employment opportunities.
The initiatives and resources below provide specific information for students with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, the LGBTIQA+ community and students identifying as culturally and linguistically diverse.
Review the descriptions to find support that best meets your needs.
Online workplace and employment preparation support
ECU’s online Canvas module, ‘Strength in diversity: enhancing your employment journey’ covers eight topics to help you navigate a successful transition to employment. Through this module, you will learn to embrace your value and identity in the workplace, know your rights and discover ways to find inclusive employers.
Told through a video series of real-life 'stories from the workplace', the module includes specific information and resources on:
- Your workplace rights
- Finding inclusive employers
- Workplace culture and jobs in Australia
- Balancing cultural responsibilities in the workplace
- Disability Pride: enhancing your value
- Workplace accommodations and (self) advocacy
- Coping with setbacks and discrimination
- Bringing your authentic self to the workplace
Explore the topics that are relevant for you or complete the module in its entirety to become an active ally of inclusion in the workplace.
Australian Disability Network (ADN) Stepping Into Internship Program
The ADN is Australia’s peak body for private, public and for-purpose organisations committed to the inclusion of people with disability.
The ADN’s Stepping Into Internship program supports university students with disability and recent graduates to connect with employers seeking interns. You can apply for opportunities during the winter or summer semester break.
Find out more by visiting the ADN’s Stepping Into Internship program website.
Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training (ADCET)
ADCET is Australia’s leading resource on disability in tertiary education.
Visit the ADCET website for information, practical guidelines and resources to support your success at university and in the workplace.