Respect at Uni Week 2025

Respect at Uni Week runs from 24 to 28 March and aims to raise awareness of sexual and gender-based violence.

Respect at Uni Week encourages us all to consider and learn about ways we can work together to prevent violence and harassment in our communities and create safe and respectful spaces wherever we are. 

Throughout the week, you are invited to attend a diverse array of events and workshops aimed to empower, educate and create opportunities for you to get more involved in our collective work to prevent violence and advocate for a safer and more respectful society.
 
 

Respect at Uni Week in 2025 also marks the official launch of the Respect Network, a volunteer opportunity open to staff and students who want to contribute to building a safe and respectful environment at UQ by addressing violence, harassment, discrimination and bullying. Addressing violence is only possible if we all come together, learn from eachother and rethink the ways we engage in study, work and relationships.Our 2025 flagship event is the Respect Network Launch and Community Day where you can meet the UQ Respect Team, Workplace Diversity and Inclusion team, Respect Network Ambassadors and our amazing community services and partners! Come down for a day of activities, stalls, food, and powerful conversations!

Training for Managers and Supervisors: Supporting Staff Experiencing Domestic and Family Violence

24 March 2025 1:30pm4:30pm
A training workshop to provide supervisors/managers with the understanding and knowledge to be able to manage and support staff impacted by domestic and/or family violence in a trauma-informed way. 

Respect Network Launch and Community Day | St Lucia

25 March 2025 11:00am2:00pm
Join us and celebrate the launch of the Respect Network with a jam-packed day of community stalls, food trucks, craft, networking, activities at the Dr Mary Mahoney AO Amphitheatre.

Prevention in Action: Creating a culture of respect at UQ (Student Training)

26 March 2025 11:00am1:00pm
Register to attend a training workshop required for students wishing to joining the Respect Network.

HDR Afternoon Tea with UQ Respect

26 March 2025 2:00pm3:00pm
The UQ Respect Team would like to invite all Higher Degree Research students to join us for an afternoon tea this Respect at Uni Week!

Come along and meet the team, network with like-minded students and we want to hear your ideas about how we can all work together to contribute to a culture of safety, inclusivity and respect.

Free afternoon tea included!!

eSafety's Tertiary Sector Information session

27 March 2025 10:00am11:00am
Join us for the an information session to build awareness of eSafety’s functions, support and resources to better support students. Learn more about the lauchn of  the updated Online Safety Tertiary Toolkit, a suite of resources designed specifically for the tertiary sector, and hear directly from eSafety’s investigations team on the topic of sexual extortion. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of the online safety issues facing students and staff, and how eSafety can help if an incident occurs.

Prevention in Action: Creating a culture of respect at UQ (Online Student Training)

27 March 2025 11:00am1:00pm
Online training session for students to join the Respect Network. This session is only for students from Gatton, Herston and Dutton Park campuses who cannot attend in person.

Stalking as part of a pattern of power and control: Free Webinar

27 March 2025 3:00pm4:00pm
Join a stellar panel of experts as they discuss stalking as part of a pattern of power and control in this webinar presented by CEVAW (Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women). This hour-long panel moderated by Professor Heather Douglas from the Melbourne Law School includes a question and answer session, and features three exceptional panellists:
- Magistrate Therese McCarthy, Magistrates’ Court of Victoria
- Yvette Cehtel, Chief Executive Officer, Women's Legal Service Tasmania
- Dr Freya McLachlan, Research Fellow, Centre of Excellence for The Elimination of Violence Against Women (CEVAW)


Crafts & Conversations | Dutton Park

21 March 2024 11:30am1:30pm
Come along to Level 4 inner sPACE for a shared conversation about what community, inclusivity and respect mean to you. There’ll be fun craft activities and free snacks as well!

Drag Trivia | St Lucia

20 March 2024 5:00pm7:00pm
Yes, you heard that right - FREE Drag Trivia at the Red Room! Join us for an evening of entertainment, education, and empowerment.

Relationships 101 Taster Session | St Lucia

20 March 2024 1:00pm2:00pm
Join this mini-workshop to learn about how you can develop more relational awareness and insight into who you are, your strengths and what you need from the different types of relationships around you.
UQ Respect Tote bag with art supplies in the background

Crafts & Conversations | St Lucia

20 March 2024 11:00am1:00pm
Come along to Student Central to join the conversation about what community, inclusivity and respect mean to you. There will be art and craft activities including badge making, tote-bag painting, games, FREE food, and prizes to be won.

Healthy Boundaries Workshop | St Lucia

20 March 2024 11:00am12:00pm
Worried you might be a ‘people pleaser’? Not sure what your boundaries are? Discuss how to figure out what your boundaries are and have conversations with people in your life about healthy boundaries.
Person pouring milk into a cup of coffee

Coffee & Conversations | Gatton

19 March 2024 7:30am9:30am
Come along to Central Walkway for a coffee (or hot chocolate), breakfast and a shared conversation about what community, inclusivity and respect mean to you.