What is QUTE?

QUTE stands for Queer Unionists in Tertiary Education and is the group that represents LGBTQI+ members.

How does QUTE represent LGBTQI+ workers in tertiary education?

QUTE provides a safe forum for members of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity and expression and sex characteristics to exchange experiences, discuss ideas and provide support.

QUTE is consulted on issues of relevance to our LGBTIQ+ membership, proposes policies and provides education against prejudice, discrimination and harassment in the workplace on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression and sex characteristics.

After advice from QUTE most local Branches are pursuing claims for gender affirmation leave in their next enterprise agreement.

You can find out more about the work of QUTE here.

What are the union policies on issues affecting LGBTIQ+ workers?

You can find the Union’s policies affecting LGBTQI+ workers in the policy manual here .

How do I find my QUTE representative?

If you are a member, you will find your State QUTE representative in your My Contacts page.