RMIT emphasises an inclusive and accessible environment for all our sports programs and events.
RMIT Active emphasises an inclusive and accessible environment for all our sports programs and events, working closely with Equitable Learning Services and the Student Equity and Inclusion team to provide sport and recreational opportunities for all students. For enquiries on accessible sport options, email active@rmit.edu.au.
The Inclusive Sport Handbook is for anyone at RMIT University involved in sport, whether a club leader, participant, spectator, coach or competitive athlete.
Creating inclusive spaces and events is a display of ally-ship that affirms that all individuals have a right to participate in sport.
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What makes this round truly meaningful in my opinion is how it goes beyond just being a fun, welcoming event. It really drives home the message that pride in sport and being an ally are crucial parts of our community. It reminds all of us in UniLax that our support and inclusivity can make a huge difference in how our sport welcomes, celebrates and brings people together.
Above quote from Claude Whittaker, RMIT student and competitor from the Lacrosse UniLax Pride Round. Listen to Claude talk about their experiences episode 16 of the Redbacks podcast.
RMIT Active Inclusion Ambassador, Cycling Team Manager and UniSport Nationals Team Captain Alex Smyth was named a finalist for the ‘Out Role Model of the Year’ at the Pride in Sport Awards.
Acknowledgement of Country
RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.