We recognise many within our community are finding the ongoing loss of life and suffering in the Middle East distressing.
International crises can be very upsetting, regardless of where we are in the world and whether we have a personal connection to the event.
If you, or your friends are struggling, or if you notice others in our community, feeling distressed, anxious, depressed, isolated, or helpless, we encourage you to seek support.
The resources below may be helpful
- UNSW Mental Health Connect guides UNSW students to need appropriate support. 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
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UNSW Student Support Service provides confidential and personalised advice and information about university life, wellbeing, academic performance and study skills, and more
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Download the SafeZone app to access emergency assistance without delay and receive prompt notifications regarding safety issues in your vicinity. Or contact Campus Security in emergencies on-campus on, 9385 6666. For emergencies off-campus, phone 000
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NSW Transcultural Mental Health Line (1800 648 911) provides mental health support in multiple languages
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NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Services (NSW STARTTS) (02 9646 6800) helps people from refugee backgrounds with mental health support
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The Australian Red Cross offers helpful information to support your community, friends and family through distressing events.
Please report any incidences of Racism, Discrimination, Islamophobia, or Antisemitism, to SpeakUp or to Anti-Discrimination NSW.