Latest news
3rd July 2024: Recent Protest – Publication of Questions and Answers
17th June 2024: Update on protest activity – a message from Patrick Hackett, Chief Operating Officer
10th June 2024: Recent protests: joint University and Students’ Union statement
25 May 2024: Updated: Exam contingency plans following occupation of the Whitworth Hall
17 May 2024: Response to concerns from students following disruption by protesters
16 May 2024: Response statement to open letter from protest groups
13 May 2024: Update on ongoing protest activity – a message from Patrick Hackett, Chief Operating Officer
1 May 2024: Tent protest on campus – a message from Patrick Hackett, Chief Operating Officer
8 March 2024: Zero tolerance to discrimination on campus: a joint statement from the University and Students’ Union
2 November 2023: Clarification: The University of Manchester has no involvement with the Israeli defence sector
24 October 2023: Importance of standing together against hate
24 October 2023: Standing together
13 October 2023: Joint message from our Jewish and Muslim Chaplains
11 October 2023: Standing together against hate: A joint statement from The University of Manchester and The University of Manchester Students’ Union
9 October 2023: Conflict in Israel and Gaza: Sources of support for our community
Student support
- Counselling and Mental Health Service for students.
- 24-hour mental health helpline and wellbeing app.
- Our Multi Faith Chaplaincy welcomes people of all faith and none.
- Student Safety Support
- SafeZone App, designed to help keep you safe.
- Additional support services are detailed on our Student Support page.
Report and support
- Both the University’s Report and Support Team and the Students’ Union Advice Centre have trained advisors ready to provide support if you or someone you know has experienced or witnessed any form of hate, or has a safeguarding concern.
- If you would prefer to speak to someone outside of the University, Tell MAMA is an independent organisation that supports victims of Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hate. CST is an independent organisation that supports victims of anti-Semitic hatred, harassment or bias.
- In addition to our own efforts, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are actively meeting with all Jewish and Muslim centres in the city to offer help and added reassurance. Students and staff can also report any incidents or concerns via the GMP website.