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Culture and values

Culture and values

Our culture

At Adelaide University, our culture is not created for people, it’s created with them.

We’re building a bold, inclusive, and purpose-driven community where individuals are empowered to thrive, collaborate, and innovate.

Our culture is grounded in strong values and behaviours that guide how we lead, support, and connect with one another. We understand that culture is more than just words — it’s brought to life every day through our actions, decisions, and shared experiences.

Our values

Our core values reflect who we are, what we stand for, and how we work with each other. They are lived through everyday behaviours that help us pursue our ambitions together. Our values guide how we pursue our ambitions and build a thriving community.

Trust

Trust

Inclusivity

Inclusivity

Ambition

Ambition

Respect

Respect

Discovery

Discovery

Our values in action

Our values and behaviours are the foundation of our desired culture, shaping how people interact, make decisions and contribute as we pursue our strategic ambition.  We cultivate a culture of shared leadership, empowering every individual to make a positive and meaningful impact.

Our values and behaviours are the foundation of our desired culture, shaping how people interact, make decisions and contribute as we pursue our strategic ambition.  We cultivate a culture of shared leadership, empowering every individual to make a positive and meaningful impact.

Leadership behaviours and values at Adelaide University

Fostering inclusion, safety and wellbeing

We believe that excellence and equity go hand in hand. We are committed to cultivating a culture where every member of our community, including students, staff, alumni, partners, and visitors, feels safe, supported, and valued.

Our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are our greatest strength. By embedding inclusion, safety, and wellbeing into everything we do, we build a resilient, respectful, and empowering environment that enables us to deliver world-class education, research, and service.