I have a Prevent related concern
If you are concerned that someone you know is at risk of radicalisation there are ways in which you can help them. Understanding the behaviours associated with radicalisation is a good place to start.
Talk
- If it’s somebody that you know well, try talking to them about what you’ve noticed if you feel comfortable doing so. Be aware that your concern might not be welcome at first, and the person may get angry or defensive.
- If you are not comfortable speaking to the person directly, you can complete a report or speak to a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). Each School and Professional Services Department also has a Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) who may then be your point of contact for ongoing Prevent related queries or concerns. DSO’s receive in-depth training on Prevent and will be able to provide confidential advice and support.
Report
- Members of staff and students can report concerns using City St George's Report + Support platform. You can choose to do this without providing your personal details or you can request support from a Designated Safeguarding Officer by filling in the form with your contact details.
Support
Students can connect with staff across the University:
- Student Health and Wellbeing provide students with practical, emotional and specialist disability related support. Students can complete the e-referral form to access these services.
- Student Support Services are a multi-disciplinary team that provides support, expert advice and guidance to students. You can contact them through our Support@City platform
- The Chaplaincy Team offer pastoral support to everyone, welcoming every faith, belief and culture and students with no faith, and can be contacted directly.
- The SU Advice Service offer support for students who have experienced any form of harassment, bullying or sexual violence, either on campus, online or off campus. You can access support here.
Your mental health and wellbeing
If you are supporting someone, make sure you look after yourself. If you’ve heard something distressing or if something is troubling you, you may also want to access support for yourself.
- Vivup, City St George's Employee Assistance Provider (0800 023 9324) - Their telephone helpline provides staff members with expert support for life's ups and downs - 24/7, 365 days a year. Whatever mental, physical, financial or personal issue you're facing, you can find a wide range of resources to help you.
- The Wellbeing@City Hub provides details of additional information and support on wellbeing for staff members.