A message from Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Richard Black.
Today marks two years since the start of the recent conflict in the Middle East and the 7 October attacks in Israel. This conflict has had an impact on staff and students right across the University and the violence and loss of life that has affected innocent people in Israel and Gaza is heart-breaking. We share the deep distress and concern that this terrible situation continues to cause.
We understand staff and students in our Jewish community will be particularly affected by this anniversary, and we know that last week’s antisemitic attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur will have left many members of our community distressed and fearful. Our thoughts are with all those directly impacted.
The University condemns and stands together against any form of antisemitism and racism. We are proudly one, global, welcoming and inclusive community for all students and staff.
Last week, we wrote to student and staff groups who will have been particularly affected by the attack at Heaton Park and we would encourage anyone who has been impacted to remember that there is support available if you need it.
Student support is available via our Student Services team. Please email advice@liverpool.ac.uk. For further information on support services please visit the Student Services website. You can also contact the Community Security Trust (CST) dedicated student 24/7 helpline on 07578 201999 who offer confidential support and advice.
If you are a member of staff who has been affected by this news, we encourage you to speak with your line manager if you feel comfortable doing so; and please keep in mind that our Employee Assistance Programme is available to all staff, offering free and confidential counselling and support. Further information about wellbeing support can be found on the Staff Wellbeing Hub.
Staff and students who have concerns about safety can download the SafeZone app or can request a chaperone to escort you around campus. If you experience bullying, harassment, discrimination or hate crimes, you can report this – anonymously if preferred – via Report + Support. In an emergency you can call 999 and/or the University’s Campus Support emergency line on 0151 794 2222.