21 March marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) since declared by the United Nations in 1966. IDERD is an opportunity for our community to engage in conversation around issues with race and racism, question the various ways racism shapes our society, and redouble our commitment to anti-racism.
The same week is also known as Harmony Week in Australia. While Harmony Week invites us to celebrate our multicultural communities, it is important to remember it is also an important moment to engage in thoughtful conversations about racism, inequity, and the systems that allow discrimination to persist.
Learn More – What is IDERD (AHRC)?
Fact sheet from The Australian Human Rights Commission about International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. (IDERD).
ANU Statement on antisemitism
The official ANU statement on Antisemitism.
Racism and discrimination response and support
Information on how to disclose or report an incident of racism and/or discrimination, and how to access the support available both at ANU and through…
Racism@Uni Study
Respect at Uni: Study into antisemitism, Islamophobia, racism and the experience of First Nations people 2026 report.
Harmful behaviour Disclosure (staff)
Harmful behaviour Disclosure tool site allows the Staff Respect Consultant to reach out and provide information personalised to support your…
Harmful behaviour Disclosure (student)
Students can report experiences of racism and discrimination through the Harmful Behaviour Disclosure tools. Responses are managed by staff who are…
Support resources for staff
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and additional information to support staff through a broad range of personal and work-related issues.
Support resources for students
Resources and contacts available for students at the ANU experiencing distress, including Racism and discrimination and connecting information…
Support for First Nations staff and students
Explore First Nations resources, initiatives and support services across ANU for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff and students, and for…
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Read more about the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples through this Australian Human Rights Commission resource,…
There's Nothing Casual About Racism
The Australian Human Rights Commission's anti-racism campaign and resources.
Inclusive communities, Anti-Racism Taskforce (recommendation report)
Inclusive communities recommendations report to the ANU on Anti-Racism actions.
Equity and Diversity Training
List of available Equity and Diversity Training provided by the ANU.
ANU Policy Library - Procedure – Prevention of discrimination, harassment and bullying
The outline of the University strategies and responsibilities of staff and students for preventing discrimination, harassment and bullying at the…