Goal 5: Gender equality

At VU, we are committed to achieving gender equality in all that we do.

We strive to afford people the same access, resources, opportunities and successes regardless of gender.

Victoria University is a proud recipient of the Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation.

Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.
– United Nations

Sustainability on campus

Respect Week offers a week of activities to talk about the importance of respect for better relationships and to work against sexual assault and relationship violence.

Research groups addressing Goal 5

Maternal & Child Health research
This research group focuses on pregnancy risk and diabetes in pregnancy.
Creative arts & cultural studies research
The Creative Arts and Cultural Studies group focuses on the shifting boundaries around issues of racial and cultural diversity, gender and sexuality, and class.
Cultural diversity for women in sport
A 'guide for action' to encourage women from culturally diverse backgrounds as leaders in sport encourages sport organisations to implement five strategies.
Young girl in Africa
Child marriage research
Child marriage has consequences not only on the basic rights of these women, but on economic, social and demographic effects for regions where the practice is widespread.
Capacity Building in Health & Wellbeing
This research team focuses on women's health, among other areas.
Diversity, Inclusion & Culture research
This research group is primarily concerned with social justice for women and other sidelined groups.

Programs addressing Goal 5

Female gymnasts
Women in sport
Find out about our work aimed at advancing women and girls in sport and physical activity based on five objectives to impact change.
Women in science & engineering
Our Women in Science & Engineering program supports women studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) courses at VU.
Women in data science
Women in Data Science (WiDS) inspires and educates data scientists worldwide, regardless of gender, and supports women in the field.
Gender equity
Our gender equity strategy includes opportunities for female employees to receive professional mentoring.
Activism against gender-based violence
Victoria University is proud to take part in the 16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence – an annual, global campaign with various events and presentations on the theme.
VU & Our Watch join to prevent gender-based violence
Our Watch, a national leader in the primary prevention of violence against women and their children, is partnering with VU to help address systemic issues around gender inequality and violence.
Women in trades
Our vocational education (TAFE) division is committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone is given equal opportunity to succeed.
Gender studies
Gender Studies provides a critical education about the place of gender in social perspectives.
Female Quotient Lounge
VU’s Female Quotient Lounge focuses on advancing gender equality for women in business, especially those training to use SAP software.

VU stories

Elyse Hocking (right) with mother (left) and baby (middle)
How Elyse achieved success through support
Bachelor of Physical Education and Sport Science
"It was only when I had my daughter that I took the time to reassess and think about what I really wanted for my future."
It was only when I had my daughter that I took the time to reassess and think about what I really wanted for my future.
Elyse's story
A pathway to a dream
Diploma of Nursing HLT51607, Bachelor of Nursing
"The best thing about VU is the friendly, multicultural environment, and the amazing support I received from the teachers."
The best thing about VU is the friendly, multicultural environment, and the amazing support I received from the teachers.
Mlisho's story
Sarah Oleksiuk
Projecting success
Master of Project Management, Master of Business Administration
"I have worked as a project manager across various sectors, and was lucky enough to participate in an accelerated development program with my previous employer, SavillsPM. "
I have worked as a project manager across various sectors, and was lucky enough to participate in an accelerated development program with my previous employer, SavillsPM.
Sarah's story