Support for UofG community following recent unrest
Published: 10 June 2026
Please know we are here to support any member of our community who is concerned about these events. There is a range of different resources available to colleagues and students
Dear colleagues and students,
We are deeply concerned to see the escalation of unrest in Glasgow and across the UK following the knife attack in Belfast yesterday.
We know this will be a worrying time for colleagues and students.
We are very clear: the University of Glasgow condemns all forms of racism and all acts of violence. Hate has no place in our University or city.
We are a University of Sanctuary, dedicated to being inclusive and welcoming campuses where everyone in our community feels safe, respected, and supported to fulfil their potential. We are committed to being an anti-racist institution.
Please know we are here to support any member of our community who is concerned about these events. There is a range of different resources available to colleagues and students:
COLLEAGUE SUPPORT
- Security is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our community is encouraged to download and activate the University’s SafeZone app.
- Call PAM Wellness on 0800 882 4102
- There are support and wellbeing resources available on the Wellbeing Hub on the Staff Portal
- Pastoral and spiritual support is also available for those who need it through the University Chaplaincy.
Should you be affected or require support, please contact the People & OD team for assistance via the UofG People & OD Helpdesk or by calling 0141 330 4008.
STUDENT SUPPORT
- Security is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our community is encouraged to download and activate the University’s SafeZone app.
- Call the 24 hour counselling and advice line on 0800 028 3766 or download the Wisdom App (which features live chat function and video calling).
- There are support and wellbeing resources available on the Wellbeing home page, including access to our Support Finder
- You can use the Reporting Tool to tell us in confidence about any issues affecting you, or any student at the University of Glasgow.
- If you are a student living in halls of residence you can contact your Residence Life Team who are on hand for support, welfare issues and signposting.
Kind regards,
Professor Uzma Khan
Chief Operating Officer and Race Equality Champion
First published: 10 June 2026
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