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BSU statement on recent events

Content warning: References to hate crime and racism 

As a university, we are appalled and saddened by the violence and racism we have witnessed across the country in recent days, particularly close to home in Bristol and in London. We stand shoulder to shoulder with fellow institutions and organisations in a clear statement of condemnation, there is no place for hate and violence in our society.  

BSU has inclusivity at the very heart of our core values. We welcome, support and value people of diverse backgrounds, genders, races and nationalities to our community as staff, students and partners and it is this diversity which makes Bath Spa University so special. 

We understand that colleagues, students and alumni may be affected by the news, and we wanted to let you know we are here to support you in any way that we can. 

There are a number of internal and external services which are available, whether that is to talk through how you are feeling or to report an incident and access support.  

In an emergency, please call 999. We urge all of our students and staff to stay safe. 

Student Wellbeing Services provide advice and assistance to students and future students, including offer-holders:  

• Current Bath Spa University students: Access MyWellbeing or use Report and Support 
• Future students: Access MyWellbeing or Report and Support 
• University staff:  Please contact HR or use Report and Support  
• Third parties, including parents and supporters: Email studentwellbeing@bathspa.ac.uk or Report and Support. 
• Telephone enquiries: +44 (0)1225 876543 
• Telephone helpline for current students: Student Wellbeing Helpline available 24/7: 0800 028 3766 
• BSU Multifaith Chaplaincy team: chaplains@bathspa.ac.uk 

Safeguarding 

If you are worried that someone is vulnerable or at risk, no matter how small or large your concern is, please share your concern with our Safeguarding Leads: safeguarding@bathspa.ac.uk 

Security 

If you are on campus or on university premises, you can call the University Security team at any time, day and night, to report an incident and seek help on +44 ( 0)1225 87 5555. 

Telus 

Staff can also access additional support confidentially, outside of the University via Telus, our Employee Assistance Programme. 

Students’ Union 

The Students’ Union is here to support you, and you can reach the whole team at bathspasu@bathspa.ac.uk for additional support and guidance. If you feel the Students’ Union can be of help, please do not hesitate to get in touch. 

External 

SARI - Stand Against Racism & Inequality (saricharity.org.uk) 

TellMAMA offers a range of services, including the ability to talk to them confidentially about those experiencing Islamophobia.  

You can report any type of hate crime via StopHateUK, as well as access advice and support.  

ACT, Action Counters Terrorism, to report extreme views or hatred

Student Space offers students expert information and advice

You can also explore support available through your local Mind service 

If you want to understand more about how Islamophobia affects people's mental health, you can read more via the Mental Health Foundation's website.  

More in-depth insight regarding Islamophobia in the UK and how it is being addressed can be found via the Muslim Council of Britain's website