As you may be aware, members of our community are intending to exercise their right to peacefully protest about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, at a rally this afternoon at 4pm near the TL Robertson Library and an encampment at Alcoa Court/The Forum.
The Curtin community is a large and diverse one and we work hard to ensure it is an equitable, inclusive, and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. Our thoughts continue to be with those affected by the ongoing crises in the Middle East, particularly those who have family or friends caught up in the violence.
At this time, it’s important to remember Curtin’s Code of Conduct for both staff and students, our commitment to freedom of speech, and our core values of respect and integrity.
Freedom of speech is central to Curtin University’s values and we respect the right of students and staff to protest lawfully and peacefully on campus.
At the same time, I encourage everyone to be mindful how our words and actions may impact on others. It is very important that we continue to treat one another with kindness and respect.
Curtin is also committed to ensuring the campus is safe and that the rights of staff and students to continue to participate fully in University life are protected. The protest activities will be monitored and the University has the processes and personnel in place to respond appropriately if required.
To report an incident or for urgent assistance please contact the Safer Community team on 9266 4444 or via the SafeZone app. The University also has the following support services available:
For students:
- Student Wellbeing Advisory Service: 1800 244 043 or studentwellbeing@curtin.edu.au
- Curtin Psychological and Counselling Service: 08 9266 7850 or counselling@curtin.edu.au
- Interfaith support: Spiritual and Religious Interfaith Support
For staff:
Kind regards
Professor Harlene Hayne CNZM
Vice-Chancellor
