Last Lecture, ANUSA/PARSA demands, Sex & Consent Week, Student Meals and more!

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Free Student Meals

Everyone needs to eat, right?

People are passionate about food. It brings friends and family together and, well, it keeps you alive. That’s why we have the ANUSA Student Meals program, so that all students have access to regular, healthy and nutritious meals.

With everything from free breakfasts for all students, lunch and dinner vouchers, and Universal Lunch Hour, find out more about all the food options available! 

 
 

August 1 Survey Results - ANUSA AND PARSA'S list of demands

Following the August 1 Survey Results, please follow this link to ANUSA & PARSA's list of demands (cw- sexual assault and sexual harassment) -
https://anusa.com.au/news/article/6013/JOINT-PRESS-RELEASE-ANUSA-amp-PARSA/

Don't forget that we are holding actions throughout August as part of our Month of Strength & Solidarity - including a Hidden Figures film screening on Friday!
See the event page for more info. 

 
 
Sex & Consent

Sex & Consent Week

Get ready for the most SEX-citing event of the year - Sex & Consent Week is the Sex-ed you never had in school and wished you had.

This week is about sex education, sex positivity, education and promotion of non hetero, non normative sex, which is safe, healthy, and consensual.

It is a non judgemental space to satisfy your curiosities, open yourself to new possibilities, and deepen your understanding.    EVENT HERE >       VOLUNTEER >

 
tax help

Tax help

It's tax time! If you need help with your tax we can help. Just drop in to the ANUSA office or find out more here Student Assistance Tax Help >

 
Last lecture

Last Lecture

The Last Lecture is for students to decide whom they would like to hear speaking at the symbolic end to the academic year. Find out more >

 

National Day of Protest - August 8th

pay more get less

Come and join the National Tertiary Education Union, ANUSA, PARSA and the National Union of Students to protest getting less and paying more for your degree, job cuts and casualisation of staff, and the lowering of the HECS repayment threshold to $42,000.  EVENT > 

 
 

Also...

Justice for Elijah and all Indigenous Youth: Canberra Vigil

On International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples this Wednesday August 9, join Aboriginal leaders, activists and artists, including Triple-J featured hip-hop artist Birdz, together with the Canberra community, to remember, honour and demand justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children targeted by and harmed in our racist "justice" system.

Please also join us to add your voice to the many demanding justice for Elijah Doughty. EVENT INFO > 
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How to get support

If you are affected by any issues that arise this month or need help please reach out to one of the many support services we have available here on campus or off-campus.

If you see someone who needs help please encourage them to seek support. 

Canberra Rape Crisis Centre - 02 6247 2525
To chat about sexual assault as someone who has
experienced it or someone supporting another.
Excellent resource for understanding the different options and supports available. Open between 7am and 11pm 7 days a week every day of the year

ANU Counselling - 02 6125 2442
Free and confidential counselling is available on campus for all currently enrolled ANU students, including ANU College students. Open 9am-5pm

Uni Support Hotline - 1800 572 224
Hotline support service for those affected by sexual violence in university communities. Translation services & TTY are available. Open 24/7

Lifeline: 13 11 14
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Open 24/7

1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Open 24/7

Student Assistance
ANUSA - 02 6125 4093
PARSA - 02 6125 2603
The ANUSA Student Assistance Officers are able to support and assist students with various issues including financial, academic or advocacy issues. The service is confidential and free. They can be also be contacted via email: sa.assistance@anu.edu.au Hours 9am-5pm

Police & Legal Support

The decision to proceed with making a complaint to the police is the decision of the student who has alleged the sexual assault.

The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre (6247 2525) can provide information for students considering reporting the sexual assault. Some students prefer to go directly to the police as they are clear that they wish to make a report. If this is the case contact the Australian Federal Police on 131 444.

ANUSA & PARSA legal asssistance - 02 6125 2444 (9am-5pm)
Come and see our lawyers for free and confidential legal advice. Michael Curtotti and Ray Mardia are both practising lawyers who have combined experience in community, government and university sectors.

 
 
 
 

 
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which ANUSA operates.
We recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We pay our respect to Elders, past and present, and commit to standing with our first nations people.

Contact ANUSA (02) 6125 2444