Health and wellbeing
- Wellbeing support
- University Health Service
- Counselling
- Inclusion and disability
- Safer communities
Safer communities
Support over the break
Some health and wellbeing services, including Safer Communities, will be unavailable during the University closedown period between 5pm on Friday 20 December 2024 and 9am on Tuesday 7 January 2025.
In a medical emergency dial 000 and ask for an ambulance. Be ready to give the location of the person(s) needing assistance. If you need urgent medical attention, attend the emergency department of the nearest public hospital.
The primary wellbeing supports available over the period are:
Protective services: 02 9351 3333 (for on-campus emergencies)
Mental wellbeing support line: 1300 474 065 or text 0488 884 429
Sonder: All international students are eligible to access Sonder, a 24/7 on demand safety and wellbeing app
TalkCampus: Instant peer support for students all around the world.
1800 Respect: Available for free (24 hours a day and seven days a week) to support people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.
If you require urgent support related to sexual assault, please contact RPA Sexual Assault service on 02 9515 9040 (during business hours) or after hours on 02 9515 6111. For other areas external to the University main campus, please contact your local sexual assault service.
Safer Communities Office
Safer Communities Office are specialist staff experienced in providing an immediate response to people that have experienced sexual misconduct, domestic/family violence, bullying/harassment and issues relating to modern slavery. They can provide case management and information about the services available and assist you to access the support you need.
Safer Communities Office staff are available 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, Sydney local time. You can speak to us or make an appointment on the phone +61 2 8627 6808 or email safer-communities.officer@sydney.edu.au.
The Safer Communities Office is currently available for appointments either in person, over the phone or on Zoom confidentially, whether you are currently within Australia or offshore.
Last updated: 11 December 2024
