Curtin values

Integrity

To act ethically, honestly and with fairness.

The characteristics of integrity:

• Honour commitments.
• Engender trust through openness honesty and consistency.
• Lead by example and act with due care.
• Make informed decisions and be accountable for outcomes.

Respect

To listen, value and acknowledge.

The characteristics of respect:

• Ensure safety, health and wellbeing are paramount.
• Act professionally with courtesy and consideration of others.
• Give and be responsive to constructive feedback.
• Value diversity and promote equity and inclusion.

Courage

To lead, take responsibility and question.

The characteristics of courage:

• Embrace challenges and opportunities with agility and purpose.
• Support intellectual freedom and value bold ideas.
• Take ownership of decisions and learn from experience.
• Live our values and uphold our signature behaviours.

Excellence

To strive for excellence and distinction.

The characteristics of excellence:

• Reflect, learn and improve.
• Advance creativity and innovation.
• Offer exceptional levels of service.
• Acknowledge success and the achievements of others.

Impact

To empower, enable and inspire.

The characteristics of impact:

• Deliver outcomes that make a difference.
• Inspire others to fulfil their potential.
• Work together to achieve common goals.
• Build partnerships that create opportunities.