UNSW celebrates student equity milestone

A quarter of UNSW Sydney’s commencing domestic undergraduate students come from under-represented backgrounds, marking a milestone achievement in the University’s commitment to widening participation in higher education.

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Welcome to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at UNSW

We work in partnership with students and staff across the university to evolve a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community through strategic policies, initiatives, training programs and events.

Culturally Inclusive Calendar

The Culturally Inclusive Calendar is a resource to support the UNSW community when planning and scheduling events and meetings.

Celebrating UNSW Women on Campus

Celebrating UNSW Women is a pioneering project to increase the visibility of women across UNSW’s public, physical and digital spaces.

UNSW ranks 11th in 2025 Global Impact Rankings

UNSW reaffirms global leadership in sustainability and societal impact in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.

Australian Workplace Equality Index

UNSW achieves platinum employer status for LGBTQIA+ inclusion.

2024 Impact Statement

See the progress of initiatives relating to student outreach, access and equity, and the ways UNSW is working to ensure that historically underrepresented groups are receiving equitable access and improved educational outcomes at university.

UNSW's first Gender Equity Strategy

UNSW launches its first Gender Equity Strategy on International Women's Day 2024.

Cygnet award for gender equity in STEMM

UNSW receives new SAGE Athena Swan Cygnet Award, recognising our progress in reducing barriers to gender equity at the University.

Learning & development

A range of training modules and workshops are available for students and staff.

Funding & support

Our programs are designed to inform and support students and staff, improving their UNSW experience.

Sustainability matters

Explore UNSW's contributions to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, designed to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges, such as ending poverty and hunger, climate change, the reduction of inequalities and more.

Australian companies to face fines and criminal action if they fail to prevent modern slavery

The changes come just weeks after the US threatened new tariffs of up to 12.5% on 60 countries – including Australia – for inaction on slave labour.

Jul 17, 2026

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UNSW recycling pioneer spotlights Australia-India opportunities

Scientia Professor Veena Sahajwalla says innovation will underpin stronger economic and research partnerships between Australia and India.

Jul 16, 2026

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‘Balcony solar’ and plug‑in systems could help cut your energy costs. But only if rules change

New technologies could make the switch to solar more affordable for renters and apartment dwellers.