You may be reading this because you are worried about a friend, classmate or colleague.

You don't need to be certain that something is wrong before asking for advice.

You can:

  • listen without judging;
  • take what they tell you seriously;
  • ask what would help them feel safer;
  • encourage them to access appropriate support;
  • contact emergency services if somebody is in immediate danger;
  • contact Safeguarding for advice about a serious concern.

Avoid trying to investigate what happened yourself.

There are three ways you can tell us what happened