Charles Sturt University (CSU) students and staff will undertake a training program to foster a culture that is inclusive of people who are of diverse sexuality or gender identity will be held at CSU in Albury on Friday 16 May. The Ally Program, launched last month by CSU Vice-Chancellor Professor Andrew Vann, will establish a network of allies who publicly support the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex (LGBTI). Student equity and diversity officer, Ms Chai Palila, said, "The Ally Program is in place in a number of universities in Australia and New Zealand and we are very excited about its launch at Charles Sturt University. This is about supporting a higher education environment that is inclusive, safe and respectful of all people at the University." The Ally Program is an initiative of the University's Office of the Dean of Students.