The Equity Office receives numerous calls from members of the University community about a range of matters. Many of these seek advice related to areas of common practice or interpretation of University policy related to equity and diversity. In response to these requests, The Equity Office is developing a series of short information papers dealing with the most frequently raised issues. These 'Good Practice Papers' are intended to assist staff in considering relevant matters when planning or undertaking these university-related activities. We welcome your feedback as to their usefulness, other topics that you might find helpful, or how they might be improved. They are not designed as a comprehensive guide to every eventuality, nor should are they in any way to be regarded as official policy. A number of university policies and pieces of legislation impact upon many of the tasks undertaken within the University. Please consult with a senior officer regarding official guidelines and policy, and contact the relevant area of the University for specialised expert advice. Further information may be available from the Occupational Health and Safety Unit, Employee Relations Unit, and Student Support Services. GOOD PRACTICE GUIDELINES (pdf or Word files) are listed below

Good practice guidelines: prioritising employment of UQ students with significant financial disadvantage
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Equity Induction - good practice example
Example of high quality equity induction for staff and students, produced by the Sustainable Minerals Institute...more...

FAQs: good practice in recruitment and selection
Q1: As a member of a selection panel, can I ask questions about a person’s disability when they apply for a job? The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC) has produced guidelines that aim to assist emp......more...

FAQs on Parenting, Pregnancy and Carer Issues
Answers to questions on pregnancy, parenting and carer issues relating to work and study...more...

Return to Work from Maternity Leave: Checklist for Employees
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Return to Work from Maternity Leave: Checklist for Supervisors
Support for mothers in the University workplace after maternity leave...more...

Guidelines for Supervisors on Balancing Work and Family/Life Responsibilities
Guidelines for supervisors to help develop and support a family-friendly work environment...more...

Guidelines for Students: resolving discrimination, harassment and bullying issues
First steps for students in resolving grievances...more...

FAQs for Sexual Harassment Resolution Procedures
Answers questions about management of sexual harassment grievances...more...

Patronising and Demeaning Language in the Workplace
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Vicarious Liability
Vicarious liability related to discrimination and harassment...more...

Off-campus? Staff working in non-UQ locations
Guidelines on equity policies and procedures for UQ staff working in locations not owned by the University...more...

Sample letter to external workplaces (Word doc)
Sample letter to external workplaces advising of official Equity policies and procedures of the University...more...