The University has reached out to all students who have declared either a Sudanese nationality or home address in Sudan, to ensure that they are aware of the support available from the University for them amid the unrest and violence currently occurring in Sudan.
Please see below for more information on the University support for students and staff impacted by the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
Support for students
We recognise that students will be impacted in different ways, so we want to ensure that you are aware of the wide range of information and support available to you, which can be accessed both virtually and in person.
Our online Student Hub provides focused information on a range of support topics, and you can access these on the Student Hub.
Whether it is a simple query or support with a more complex issue, our Welcome Team colleagues in the Student Centre are your on-campus point of contact to help you access any information, advice and guidance you may need, and can connect you with a specialist advisor when you need it.
Students can visit our Welcome desk, 8.30am-5pm, Monday-Friday
call 01273 075700, 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday
or contact us with your enquiry.
Health, support and wellbeing
Your wellbeing is important to us, and you can find out about the wellbeing services that are available to you throughout your time at university. If you are affected by recent events and would be interested in joining a support group, facilitated by a therapist, where you can share your experiences in a safe confidential space, please email therapy@sussex.ac.uk.
Additionally, you may find it helpful to visit our Chaplaincy service based in the Meeting House, where our Chaplains are available for student drop-ins.
Online student mental health support – available anytime and any day of the week
Free online mental health support is available for students via Togetherall – any time, any day. Simply register online with your Sussex email address to get started.
Whether you’re struggling to cope, feeling low or just need a place to talk, Togetherall helps you explore your feelings in a safe and supportive environment.
Money and funding information, advice and support
If you are experiencing financial hardship, either as a result of the recent events in Sudan, or due to other circumstances, you can find out about hardship support available.
Support for staff
The University has a range of support services available for staff, and these can be accessed via our staff wellbeing page. Colleagues affected by the situation in Sudan are advised to contact their line manager, and you can also access confidential independent advice, information and support from the Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured, a professional organisation that offers 24 hour / 365 days-a-year telephone helpline that can provide counselling and specialist advice on a range of matters and in some circumstances can arrange face to face counselling.
Alternatively, you may find it helpful to visit our Chaplaincy service based in the Meeting House, where Chaplains representing a wide variety of religious and nonreligious perspectives are available. You can also contact our Lead Chaplain, James Croft, for an appointment by emailing J.F.Croft@sussex.ac.uk.