Driving social impact at UTS
As a public purpose institution, UTS is committed to driving social change within and beyond our campus. Our social impact agenda focuses research, education and practice from across the university to benefit people and communities.
The Centre for Social Justice & Inclusion is a gateway for community organisations, not-for-profits, social purpose businesses and individuals to engage with the university's resources and expertise to maximise social impact.
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Our focus areas
Equity, diversity and inclusion
We strive to ensure that our university community is diverse and inclusive, and that this commitment is reflected in our operations, policies, and procedures.
Student access and pathways
We aim to remove systemic barriers that exclude students from higher education, and open new and innovative pathways to learning.
Community engagement
We strive to create meaningful, equitable and impactful partnerships with our local community, working together to creative positive social change.
Respect at UTS
We’re committed to ending gender-based violence and discrimination by fostering a culture of care, respect and accountability. If you’ve experienced harm,...
Research and advocacy
Learn more about our research fellows and how their work is influencing policy discussions and contributing to positive social change.
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Your year to lead: How volunteering shapes the UTS experience
Volunteering is more than ticking off hours, it's about creating a sense of purpose and finding a community of like-minded peers.
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UTS priority actions as part of cultural diversity and anti-racism plan
The first priorities being delivered under UTS’s Cultural Diversity and Anti-Racism (CDAR) Action Plan, released last year, are a new university-wide...
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Reforms to prevent and respond to gender-based violence
Student consultation is playing a central role in shaping how UTS prevents and responds to gender-based violence (GBV) and student misconduct.
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UTS recognised for flexible and inclusive work practices
University earns national recognition for embedding flexibility and inclusion across its workforce.
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Your year to lead: How volunteering shapes the UTS experience
Volunteering is more than ticking off hours, it's about creating a sense of purpose and finding a community of like-minded peers.
News
UTS priority actions as part of cultural diversity and anti-racism plan
The first priorities being delivered under UTS’s Cultural Diversity and Anti-Racism (CDAR) Action Plan, released last year, are a new university-wide...
News
Reforms to prevent and respond to gender-based violence
Student consultation is playing a central role in shaping how UTS prevents and responds to gender-based violence (GBV) and student misconduct.
News
UTS recognised for flexible and inclusive work practices
University earns national recognition for embedding flexibility and inclusion across its workforce.
Our impact
5
SAGE Cygnet Awards granted for initiatives that improve gender equity.
507
SOUL Award student volunteers contributed 26,325 volunteer hours to community groups in 2025.
1000+
students graduated from our U@Uni Academy, an alternate, non-ATAR entry pathway to university.