Everyone has a right to be safe and feel welcome on campus, and the safety of our students, staff and community is our priority. All students and staff are entitled to an inclusive learning and teaching experience.
Your right to gather and speak freely
It is important that our students, staff and community can freely share views, ideas and opinions, free from unacceptable behaviour, unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying and intimidation.
These rights are protected by the law and by our University policies including the Model Code for the Protection of Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom Policy, the Code of Conduct, the Student Charter and the Student Behaviours Policy
Report it if you see it
You can help keep our campuses and classrooms safe.
At La Trobe we will not accept:
- Physical violence of any kind.
- Damage to private or University property.
- Disruption of University activities and services, including lectures, classes and research.
- Unlawful behaviour or messages including any which are threatening or abusive.
- Racist behaviour or messages that are discriminatory, harassing, vilifying or victimising.
Anyone who witnesses concerning behaviour on campus can report the issue to Safer Community or Security.
Emergency contacts
- Call the police on 000 if you’re in immediate danger.
- Contact Campus Security immediately if you need emergency assistance on campus. Save their number in your phone (03 9479 2222).
If you need support
- Visit the Counselling and mental health service webpage for information on our counselling and mental health services.
- Safer Community is a free, confidential support service for La Trobe students to report concerning, threatening, inappropriate or uncomfortable behaviour they may have experienced or witnessed at the University.