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Sheffield Hallam Support for Students
Report and Support Team
A team of specially trained members of the Student Wellbeing Team who can help you to go through your options, including reporting to the Police, to the University or to access medical and emotional support only and make no formal report. To speak to a Report and Support Adviser, please tell us with your details and you will be contacted to arrange an appointment.
We can provide targeted support throughout and referral to conduct procedures where appropriate. Information about the University's student conduct procedures, including how allegations are considered and investigated, can be found in the Student Conduct Regulations and Procedures.
If you choose to name a member of staff in your report, the University will consider the information you provide and determine the most appropriate next steps. Depending on the circumstances, this may include a formal investigation under the relevant University procedures.
Student Wellbeing
The Student Wellbeing team are available for advice and guidance for specific issues and for ongoing wellbeing support for students.
Students’ Union Advice Team
The Students' Union provides a confidential, non-judgemental and free service available to all Sheffield Hallam Students. It is independent from the University, so issues with the advice service will not appear on your file without your consent. The advice team provides specialist advice and support on academic issues such as concerns about your University experience, formal complaints and appeals, disciplinary hearings and academic misconduct investigations.
Multifaith Chaplaincy
The Multifaith Chaplaincy provides confidential personal support to people of any religion or none.
Sheffield Hallam Support for Staff
Report and Support Team
A team of specially trained members of the Student Wellbeing Team who can help you to go through your options, including reporting to the Police, to the University or to access medical and emotional support only and make no formal report. To speak to a Report and Support Adviser, please tell us with your details and you will be contacted to arrange an appointment.
Staff Wellbeing
The University's Staff Health, Wellbeing and Welfare site includes a page on Domestic Violence Support.
Trade Unions
Sheffield Hallam recognises a number of trade unions: UNISON, GMB, UNITE and UCU. Search for 'trade unions' on the staff intranet for more information about contacts and how to join. Staff who are members can contact them for support and advice.
External Specialist Support
Independent Domestic Abuse Services (IDAS)
A specialist charity in Yorkshire supporting anyone experiencing or affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence. Their teams of accredited specialist workers support people through the criminal justice system in addition to providing emotional support and safety planning advice. The service includes access to the free, confidential, out-of-hours Sheffield Domestic Abuse Helpline.
- Website
- Phone 0808 808 2241
The National Domestic Violence Helpline (Refuge)
Open 24/7 and can be anonymous.
- Website
- Phone 0808 2000 247
Are You OK?
Information and resources about relationship abuse and sexual violence.
The Freedom Programme
A free 11-12-week programme primarily for women, which provides information rather than therapy. The aim is to help victims make sense of and understand what has happened to them.
Galop
A national organisation providing support, information and resources for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced or are experiencing abuse and violence.
Respect Men's Advice Line
A helpline for men and anyone who identifies as trans, who is a victim of domestic abuse.
ManKind Initiative
Help for male victims of domestic abuse.
Other Support Services
The following organisations offer specialist information and support for those who are Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugee victims of domestic violence, 'honour'-based violence, forced marriage and female genital mutilation: