The Victorian Registration Standards require that the programs of, and teaching at the College must support and promote the principles and practice of Australian democracy, including a commitment to:

• elected government; and

• the rule of law; and

• equal rights for all before the law; and

• freedom of religion; and

• freedom of speech and association; and

• the values of openness and tolerance.

Marist College Bendigo is committed to the principles of a liberal democracy.

• We believe in an accountable, democratically elected government.

• We respect and observe the rule of law and believe that no person is above the law.

• We believe in equal rights for all before the law, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender or other attributes.

• We believe not only in the freedom of religion, but also the need to practise tolerance and understanding of others' beliefs.

• We believe in the value of freedom of speech and freedom of association, but also acknowledge that we have the responsibility not to abuse this freedom.

• We believe in the values of openness and tolerance, and value and respect all members of the College community regardless of background.