Joint Statement of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ National University and Dr Elizabeth Allen

25 Aug 2026

The University acknowledges Dr Liz Allen's standing within the University and her significant contribution to its governance, and to the Australian community. Dr Allen is a valued and integral member of the University.

In 2025, Dr Allen courageously spoke up about misconduct by the University's then senior leadership, and failures of governance. Publications were made about Dr Allen that were false and unjustified. These publications should not have occurred and the University unreservedly apologises for the University's part in these events, for the maladministration of several processes, and for its indefensible treatment of her. The University accepts that it has failed Dr Allen and that these failings have caused her considerable harm.

The University unreservedly apologises to Dr Allen for all of its failings and the harm it has caused her.