Supporting UNSW’s Parents

Tools to help you find the right balance 

UNSW is committed to helping students and staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements, where possible.  

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Feeding rooms

In Australian Federal Law breastfeeding is a right, not a privilege. Breastfeeding parents have the right to breastfeed anywhere. At UNSW, breastfeeding parents can also choose to access one of the parents' rooms located at our Kensington and Canberra campuses.

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Podcasts

A collection of topical subjects covering an array of issues around Career, Family and Wellbeing. These podcasts take a deep dive into what it takes to successfully support your work/study and caring responsibilities – and most importantly – your personal wellbeing.

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Webinars

UNSW collaborates with Parents at Work to provide support to UNSW parents and soon-to-be parents, on topics such as Preparing for Parental Leave, Returning to Work After Parental Leave, and Managing Mental Wellbeing for You and Your Family.

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Meet Our Parents & Families Champions

UNSW appoints new Diversity Champions every two years. These passionate individuals work closely with the Division of Equity Diversity & Inclusion to champion key portfolio areas of inclusion and diversity at UNSW.

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Mei Lee and Keith Ooi
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Parental Leave Checklist

Preparing for the birth of your baby is an exciting time but one that can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. To help you through this period we’ve summarised your parental leave entitlements and put together a list of things to consider before, during and after parental leave.

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UNSW Parenting Booklet

This helpful resource includes information on staff entitlements, applying for leave, when to notify your supervisor, staying connected and the support offered by the University before, during and after your leave.

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Primary Carer Leave

An eligible UNSW employee who is the primary carer of a child (or children) and who is not entitled to UNSW’s Maternity Leave may access a maximum of 26/36 weeks paid parental leave.

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Flexible work arrangements

UNSW recognises the benefits from making flexible work arrangements available to all staff. We will endeavour to support staff to work flexibly, to help you balance your commitments at work and outside of work.

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Caring

Helping you manage your work and caring responsibilities 

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Regular team meetings policy

UNSW recognises that many staff, including those with caring responsibilities and other personal commitments, may be unable to attend essential meetings if they are scheduled too early or too late in the day. Scheduling regular team meetings between the hours of 9.30am and 4.00pm will support inclusion.

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Support funds

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UNSW Carers' Support Fund

Up to $2,000 to support UNSW academic and professional employees and Higher Degree Research (HDR) Program students of all genders with primary caring responsibilities, to continue to enhance their careers.

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