The Student Safety and Wellbeing Symposium offers an opportunity to deepen understanding, network, and drive effective approaches to prevent and respond to gender-based violence across universities and other education institutions.
With regionally specific case studies and tailored content for WA and NT attendees, the symposium creates space to shape student safety and wellbeing in higher education by engaging with key national policy figures and student voice representatives. Attendees will hear examples of best practice and collaboratively explore and test student-centred approaches to address gender-based violence.
Registration for this event is open to everyone, though please note the symposium content is tailored for WA & NT based attendees
Guest Speakers
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Professor Harlene Hayne (CNZM), Vice-Chancellor Curtin University, Chair of the Australian Technology Network (ATN) of Universities
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Kim Copeland, Principal, Avyon Consulting
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Serina McDuff, Gender-Based Violence Unit Lead, Department of Education
- Kate Anderson, Senior Assistant Ombudsman, National Student Ombudsman (NSO)
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Student perspectives
Community of Practice
The symposium will include a community of practice session using good practice examples of prevention and response initiatives from institutions in WA and NT that focuses on student involvement and practical implementation.
Networking & Refections
At the conclusion of the symposium and with a view of the Swan River that spans from the city to the South Perth foreshore attendees are invited for informal networking and reflection on the day’s discussions over canapes and beverages.
Who Should Attend?
This symposium is intended for people involved in student safety and wellbeing in higher education, particularly those based in Western Australia and the Northern Territory. This includes students, staff from universities, TAFEs, policy teams, support services, third party support/service providers, and those in student-facing roles.
The event will also be of particular interest to:
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Student Guild and Council representatives
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Equity and inclusion practitioners
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Leaders responsible for implementing safety and wellbeing frameworks
The day is structured to support regional relevance, practical insight, and sector alignment.
Event Details:
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront, 1 Barrack Square, Perth WA 6000
Start Time: 09:00 End Time: 17:00 (AWST)
Questions:
If you have any questions relating to the symposium including logistics, please contact
anzssa@curtin.edu.au
Prices:
| Prices |
| Member* |
$150 + GST |
| Non-member |
$250 + GST |
| Current Students |
$30 + GST |
| * Discount code required |
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