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Respect at Uni Week 2026

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

24 March 2025 1:30pm–4:30pm
 
Within the population of women who have experienced violence, or are currently experiencing violence, the Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates that between 55% and 70% are currently in the workforce– that is, approximately 800,000 women, or around one in six female workers. (AHRC, 2011) 

At UQ we now have training for staff managers and supervisors aiming  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. 

Topics of training will include:

  • Definition of domestic violence and the types,

  • Gender drivers 

  • Intersectionality 

  • Legislation

  • Workplace impacts and employer obligations

  • Responses, including risk assessment and safety planning

  • Available supports

Training is completed via Workday, and is comprised of  two lessons delivered via online and in person.

About Respect at Uni Week 2026

Respect at Uni Week 2026 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. Addressing violence is only possible if we all come together, learn from each other and rethink the ways we engage in study, work and relationships.
 
This year UQ Respect will be hosting a Community Day at each campus: 
  • Dutton Park, Level 4 Inner sPACE  (Thursday 19 March, 11:30am-1:30pm)
  • Gatton Central Walkway (Tuesday 24 March, 11:30am-1:30pm)
  • St Lucia, Campbell Place (Thursday 26 March, 11am-2pm)
  • Herston, Outside Cafe Dose (Tuesday 31 March, 11:30am-1:30pm)

Come along to your campus Community Day and meet the UQ Respect Team, Workplace Diversity and Inclusion team, Respect Network Ambassadors and our amazing community services and partners! Enjoy a day of activities, stalls, food, and powerful conversations!

Venue

Via Workday
Room: 
Online