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Safety and wellbeing resources and support 

Our University is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all our community, and to ensuring our staff and students feel safe and supported. As we settle into the new academic year, we would like to remind our community of the resources available to you.

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Resources for everyone 

  • Report and Support tool

We stand against all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying. Staff and students can use the Report and Support tool to report unacceptable behaviour anonymously or with details in order to access support. Find out more about using the tool on the Report and Support website.

  • Campus Security

Here to keep you safe, our Campus Security team are a 24-hour service who provide a visible and reassuring service for all our staff and students.  In an emergency, contact Security on 023 8059 3311 – this number is printed on the reverse of your staff or student ID card, or you may wish to save it to your phone.

Resources for students

  • The Student Charter

The Student Charter is a reference point for all students and staff that sets out our expectations, rights and responsibilities as members of the community. If you have not done so already, please visit the University website to view our Student Charter.

  • Student safety

Made in collaboration with Hampshire Police, the Student Safety site is an internal platform where you can find official and reliable information on how to keep safe from various issues that could arise. Explore the Student Safety site on SharePoint.

  • We are here to support you

The Student Hub is the first point of contact for all students seeking support including questions and concerns relating to fees, financial support, accommodation, wellbeing, disability, careers and course administration. The SUSU Advice Centre also provides free, independent, and confidential advice and information on practical matters so you can get the right help at the right time.

Resources for staff 

The Employee Assistance Programme is a 24/7 confidential service for all staff who need support with mental health, wellbeing or stress related issues. Calls are handled by qualified counsellors and advisors.

  • Mental health first aid

We also have First Aiders for Mental Health across our University who can offer advice and a confidential listening space.

  • AskHR

You can contact AskHR to find out more about the support available to you.

 
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