If you feel that you have been subjected to a hate incident or hate crime, this is not ok. The University of Birmingham promotes a fair and inclusive working environment for all of our staff community. Find further information in regard to our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
Urgent Support
Are you in immediate danger? If you are in immediate danger, or seriously injured, call 999.
Find a safe space. If an incident has just happened, try and find somewhere you feel safe. If you are at the University you can call University Security 24/7 on 0121 414 4444 or go to your nearest University building and ask someone to phone Security for you. You use the SafeZone app to get assistance on campus or report an incident. The app will directly connect you to the appropriate safety team or first responder for that area, who will provide the assistance you need.
University of Birmingham support
We understand that it may be difficult to talk about what has happened but telling someone can really help. To access further support, submit a report with your contact details via Report + Support and an appropriate person will contact you. If you would like to understand what to expect after submitting a report, you can read the What Happens When You Make a Report guidance document.
If you are an employee of the University you can access support from the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides a completely safe and confidential service where you can discuss your situation. Your problem will be listened to, you will be offered impartial advice and you can talk you through your options.
The Community Safety Team can provide advice, practical help and information about personal safety. The team consists of our Campus Police Officer, two Police Community Support Officers (PCSO’s) and the Safety Team. They can be found in the Community Safety Hub, North Lodge, at the top of the Green Heart, between 10:00 and 16:00 Mon-Fri). There are a number of private rooms within the Hub. Just ask a member of the team on arrival or alternatively you can email the team at communitysafetyteam@contacts.bham.ac.uk
External Support
Remedi offers support to those based in the West Midlands who have been subjected to any form of Hate. They provide emotional support, practical support, as well as advocacy.
Stop Hate UK provides supportive information relating to Hate. They accept reports of Hate and can offer various support pathways. Stop Hate UK can only offer full support services to those based in certain locations across the UK
Equality Advisory and Support Service is an organisation that provides advice on discrimination, equality, and human rights issues.
Victim Support is an independent charity that help people affected by crime and traumatic events. They are not part of the police or any other criminal justice agency.