In response to Government advice relating to the Covid-19 pandemic the Standing Together Team are currently providing remote support to students until further notice . You are still able to access advice and support through Microsoft Teams and via email and a Case Worker will work with you to deliver support in the most accessible way for you.
We are aware that many people will be at greater risk of abuse during the lockdown period and that many may be feeling unsafe isolating in a house at this time. If you are concerned about someone you know or if you are living with an abusive person, please download the free The Bright Sky app which enables users to locate their nearest support services by searching their area, postcode or current location. Please only download this app if it is safe to do so and you are sure that your mobile phone is not being monitored.
For out of hours support, you can register with Togetherall-they offer 24/7 online mental health support.
Please note that the staff side of the tool will be activated in due course, in the meantime, if you are a staff member and you have a concern regarding unacceptable behaviour you can contact the Dignity and Respect service. Any disclosures received via this tool in relation to an identified staff member (with consent from the individual), will be re-directed to colleagues in HR.
Within this mini podcast series we aim to promote thinking around inappropriate behaviours or comments. We want to encourage people to think about the impact of negative attitudes and beliefs, and micro-aggressions and how they can lead to more damaging acts of discrimination and hate. We’ve adapted this Where do you draw the line activity, which was originally created by the University of Manchester to explore the potential impact of these behaviours and to encourage thinking about bystander intervention.
Episode 1
The Standing Together team discuss scenarios around micro-aggressions, mental health discrimination and micro-invalidation.
We’re joined by the Equality and Diversity team to discuss scenarios around mental health discrimination, micro-aggressions and racism. EDI - Scenario Discussion.3gp28.51 MB
Episode 3
Tune in with Odette (Standing Together) and the counselling team to hear our discussion around victim blaming, racism and micro-aggressions.
