Respect at La Trobe

Maximising our impact in equity, inclusivity, cohesion and safety.

About Respect at La Trobe

Led by Student Experience and Employability, Respect at La Trobe builds cultures, systems and practices that promote safety, respect and inclusion across the university.

Key initiatives

Discover some of our key initiatives that build awareness, knowledge and a respectful culture across La Trobe.

Safe and respected campaign

Safe and respected campaign

Our social marketing campaign raises awareness of sexual harm, support and reporting options.

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Programs and events

Programs and events

Our programs and events build inclusion and connection in our community.

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Education and Training

Education and Training

We deliver evidence-based education and training to build knowledge and capability across students, staff and leadership.

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Our commitment

Read our institution-wide strategies and action plans to learn about our commitment to safety, respect and inclusion.

Prevention and response to gender-based violence action plan 2026-2029

La Trobe University submitted our Prevention and Response to Gender Based Violence Action Plan 2026-2029 to the Higher Education Gender Based Violence Regulator on 19 December 2025. We are currently working with the Regulator to finalise the Plan, which will be available once completed.

Our impact

Explore our plans, research and reports that show how we prevent harm, support our community, and measure impact.

Support and report

We encourage staff and students to report any concerning or harmful behaviour, and to access support services.

Safer Community

Safer Community

Safer Community is a free, confidential support service for La Trobe students and staff to report harmful or unsafe behaviour.

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Student Wellbeing Services

Student Wellbeing Services

Find wellbeing services, resources and support to help you stay healthy, safe and connected at La Trobe.

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Staff Wellbeing Connect

Staff Wellbeing Connect

Find information, resources and services to support staff health, safety and wellbeing.

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Our partners

Thank you to our partners who strengthen our work with students, staff and community.

Respect at La Trobe

Discover what makes us a part of everyday student life and experience.

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Aboriginal flag Torres Strait Islander flag

La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society.