In an increasingly volatile and distressing global environment, including the most recent conflict between Iran and Israel which has been highlighted heavily in the media in the last two weeks,聽colleagues and students who have been affected are encouraged to seek support through the channels which are available within our community.
We have a caring and supportive global community and we also encourage people to reach out and speak to someone 鈥� whether a colleague, tutor or friend.
For staff:
You can contact your line manager to discuss any support or use one of the resources below:
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鈥疐or students:
- The Student Hub鈥痠s available to contact 24/7. You can speak to a member of the team via鈥�email,鈥�, in-person or by calling 02380 599 599.
- 罢丑别鈥�痠s also available to provide free, independent and confidential advice
- 罢丑别鈥�痗an be reached on +4420 7788 9214, open Monday to Friday (except for public holidays): 13.00 to 16:00 (UK time)
You can find further information about support for students via鈥�The Student Hub.
For those wishing to support
If you feel able to contribute financially to any support efforts, you may want to consider well-established organisations such as鈥�.
We are aware there are fraudsters who will try and take advantage of a crisis situation in the form of scams, so as always please remain alert to possible scams and fraud.