We recognise that the escalation of violent conflict in Palestine and Israel is affecting communities globally and may include students in the UNSW community.
The direct and indirect impacts of the conflict can be distressing and this is a highly sensitive and stressful time for many.
The resources below may be helpful for you or for others you may know:
- NSW Transcultural Mental Health Line (1800 648 911), which can provide mental health support in multiple languages
- NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Services (NSW STARTTS) (02 9646 6800) helps people from refugee backgrounds who may need mental health support
- Anti-Discrimination NSW can be used to report incidents of racism, discrimination, Antisemitism or Islamophobia
- The Australian Red Cross offers helpful information to support your community, friends and family through distressing events
- UNSW Mental Health Connect can guide UNSW students to the right supports according to your needs. There is an after-hours text support line (0485 826 595) for help between 5pm and 9am on weekdays and 24/7 on weekends and public holidays
- Emergency services - phone 000 in an emergency off-campus. If you are on campus, please contact Campus Security on 9385 6666.