Nurturing a respectful and inclusive Griffith community

At Griffith, we are committed to creating a university community where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. Our approach celebrates diversity, promotes equity and actively works to eliminate discrimination in all its forms. Together, we strive to build communities that uphold dignity, foster inclusion, and ensure every individual can thrive.

Cultural diversity

Griffith University celebrates a vibrant tapestry of cultures, with staff and students from over 125 countries and speaking nearly 100 different languages—a true reflection of global interconnectedness and inclusion.

The university is deeply committed to equity, social justice, and reconciliation, actively embedding Indigenous knowledges and cultural competency into campus life, learning, and research.

First Peoples

We’re proud to have the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student population of any university in Queensland.

We have dedicated programs focussed on First Peoples students, research, employment and a strong commitment to reconciliation.

First Peoples

Chaplaincy

The Chaplaincy team supports students from all cultural and religious backgrounds, offering a welcoming space where every individual is recognised as unique, valued, and full of potential.

They’re here to help you grow, connect and thrive during your time at Griffith.

Chaplaincy

Cultural and linguistic diversity

Griffith’s vibrant community includes students and staff representing more than 125 cultures and nearly 100 languages.

We’re proud to foster an environment where cultural diversity is valued, welcomed and supported across all our campuses.

Cultural and linguistic diversity

Griffith pride

Griffith celebrates members of our community who are part of the LGBTQIA+ rainbow.

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for people of diverse genders, bodies and sexualities (DGBS).

We have a Pride committee and Ally Network to drive our strategies, and are a member of Pride in Diversity.

LGBTQIA+ inclusion

Be an LGBTIQA+ ally

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Learn how to be an LGBTIQA+ ally at Griffith University with this self-paced online course:

How to be an LGBTIQA+ ally

Be a trans ally

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Learn how to be a trans ally at Griffith University with this self-paced online course:

How to Be a Trans Ally

People with disabilities

At Griffith University we are always seeking ways to remove barriers to the participation of people with disability in higher education.

We welcome applications for employment from people with disabilities and provide support to staff and managers through workplace assessments and reasonable adjustments.

Enhance your disability awareness

Access free online training for Griffith staff and students

Belonging and connection

Creating a university where every individual feels they belong is vital to academic success, emotional resilience and thriving engagement.

At Griffith, we’re committed to nurturing connections through targeted programs, support services, and community-building initiatives.

Explore our student support, and equity, diversity and inclusion pages to discover how we’re building environments where everyone is valued and connected.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy applies to everyone in the Griffith Community