Support for staff and students affected by the events in Israel and Gaza


We understand that some of our staff and students will be affected by the deeply distressing events taking place in Israel and Gaza.  The university has a range of support that you can access, please see below for details. 

DMU is rightly proud of our diverse and tolerant community and we will continue to offer support to anyone who needs it.

Student support available

There is a range of mental health support services available to students. Students can make a confidential appointment with our Wellbeing team through MyGateway or email directly via wellbeing@dmu.ac.uk.

You can also contact the DSU Advice team by emailing dsuadvice@dmu.ac.uk or by visiting their advice webpage.

Specific advice and appointments for international students are also available through the International Student Support team, who is contactable on iss@dmu.ac.uk or through MyGateway.

Support for staff

There is support available for DMU staff through the staff health and wellbeing webpages or through our enhanced PAM Assist Employee Assistance Programme.

Our staff can also use the employee assistance service by calling 0800 882 4102.

There are multifaith prayer spaces available to both staff and students seeking a quiet place for reflection. More information about the spiritual support on offer to both staff and students can be found here.

Posted on Wednesday 11 October 2023

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