Supporting our community affected by the conflict in Iran and the Middle East
Deakin acknowledges the significant escalation of conflict in Iran and across the Middle East, and the deep concern and distress this is causing for members of our community.
Many of our students and staff have family, loved ones or close connections in the affected region. We understand that for some, these events are deeply personal. You are not alone.
At Deakin, our strength comes from creating an environment where students and staff from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities and religions can flourish. In times of global uncertainty, that commitment matters more than ever.
We ask our community to support one another with mutual respect and acceptance of differences.
Support for students located in Australia
Deakin has a range of support services available to you:
- Counselling: Free, confidential support from experienced psychologists and social workers, available face to face or by phone. Book an appointment.
- After-Hours Mental Health Support Line: Immediate relief and emotional support between 5pm and 9am weekdays, and 24 hours across weekends and public holidays. Contact after-hours support.
- On-campus medical centres: Accessible and confidential services on each campus. Find your campus centre.
- Multifaith chaplaincy: Spiritual support and on-campus prayer rooms available across all campuses.
- Safer Community: A free, confidential service if you experience concerning, threatening or uncomfortable behaviour. Contact the team.
- International student support: If you are an international student affected by events in the region, contact Student Central for guidance on flexible study options, visa matters and financial support.
- DUSA: The Deakin University Student Association provides advocacy, free essentials and peer support.
Support for those located at GIFT City Campus
Deakin has a range of support services available to you:
- Emotional support via counselling: Free, confidential 24/7 support, in English and local languages, via phone, video or in person, with links to local services for emotional, practical and physical wellbeing.
- Medical Services: Contact your existing health care provider or one of the local health services listed on the linked webpage. Note that not all services are free.
- Multifaith chaplains: For your spiritual wellbeing, we have an on-site meditation room at GC1.213, where you can go for reflection, meditation, or quiet time.
- Emergency and crisis information: If you have immediate concerns for a person’s safety and/or if they have harmed themselves in any way, call emergency services immediately on 112 or 108. If you are on the GIFT City Campus, you should then also call building security services DevX on +91 91570 08407.
If you have concerns about your studies, speak with your unit chair or contact Student Central about flexible study arrangements.
Our commitment
We are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to update this page as circumstances evolve. If you need support, please reach out. We are here to help.