Our Core Values

Teamwork - With everyone working together the residential accommodation achieves better results
Integrity - The residential accommodation promotes honesty and sincerity
Respect - We will respect each other's differences, views, religions and property
Support - We will assist and guide students to achieve their highest potential
Enjoyment - True friends, good food and the best of times
Wellbeing - Safety, security and privacy of everyone is highly valued

CQUniversity Student Residences Statement of Commitment

To the Safety and Wellbeing of Children and the Protection of Children from Harm

CQUniversity Student Residences strive to create a safe and friendly environment for student residents by recognising that respect for all students is the foundation upon which all policies and procedures are developed. We are committed to promoting and protecting the security, safety and wellbeing of the students under our care.

Student residents under the care of CQUniversity Student Residences will be provided with the knowledge and information they require to feel empowered to take action in the event of abuse or neglect. This will be achieved through the use of written policies and procedures, including information and training for all staff involved.

CQUniversity Student Residence Risk Management Child Protection Policy documents protect young people from harm which encompasses:

• Statement of Commitment to the safety and wellbeing of young people and the protection of children from harm
• Code of Conduct for interacting with young people in the Residential College industry
• Procedures for recruiting, selecting, training and managing
• Policies and procedures for handling disclosures or suspicions of harm, including reporting guidelines
• Plan for managing breaches of the Risk Management Strategy
• Policies and procedures for compliance with Part 6 of the Act
• Risk management plans for activities and special events
• Strategies for communication and support

This Policy will be evaluated and reviewed annually.

CQUniversity Student Residence Risk Management Child Protection Policy is available to current or potential residents and/or their parents, upon request from the CQUniversity Student Residence Administration Office.