A Message from Your Students’ Union Regarding the Israel and Iran Conflict

As the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran unfolds, we recognise that international events like this can have a personal and emotional impact on many within our student community. Our thoughts are with everyone affected - whether directly or indirectly - and especially with those in our student community who have personal, familial, or cultural ties to the region.

We recognise that the conflict has intensified in recent days and understand that these developments can be distressing.

It's natural for events like this to weigh heavily on us. As your Students’ Union, we want you to know that we’re here to support you. You are not alone.

If you need someone to talk to, or you’re struggling in any way, we encourage you to access the support that’s available to you:

The Union Advice Service: The Union Advice Service offers confidential, impartial and non-judgemental support on a range of academic and university issues that may affect your experience.
Email: advice@upsu.net
Phone: 023 9284 3478
Location: Underneath the Student Centre (opposite Terrace Cafe), Cambridge Road, Portsmouth, PO1 2EF. Open from 10am - 4pm Monday - Friday.

Student Wellbeing Service: Offering same-day interventions for students experiencing distress. The team includes Mental Health Advisers and Wellbeing Advisers who can help you develop coping strategies. 
Email: wellbeing-admin@port.ac.uk
Phone:+442392843466 

Chaplaincy: Providing pastoral and spiritual support regardless of faith or belief. Our chaplains are available for confidential conversations. 
Email: chaplains@port.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 3030

There are other Student Support Services available that can provide support from finances, visa advice, general support and life at university.

We stand with students, to amplify your voices, and help foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive community - where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

We ask everyone in our community to treat each other with kindness and respect during these emotionally charged times. Let’s choose empathy over division and remember the strength that comes from unity and understanding.