Where to get support

Content Warning: This webpage contains information about gender‑based violence, which may be distressing. Please engage in a way that feels safe for you, and seek support if needed.

our commitment

Immediate help

Call Triple Zero (000) if you are in danger.

Quick exit

If you have been affected by sexual violence or gender-based violence, please know that it is not your fault, and you are not alone. We are sorry that this has happened to you, and we are here to offer our support and care.

Reporting options

There are a number of different options for you if you are thinking about making a report to UC. Here are some possible pathways you can follow.

Online

You can report an incident or seek support through our online reporting tool, SafeUC. This tool is designed to make it easier for you to share concerns about violence, whether it has happened to you or someone you know.

Report to SafeUC

Phone

If you'd like to speak to someone over the phone you can contact the Student Wellbeing team Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.


After hours UC crisis line:

Email

Student Wellbeing are here to support you. Connect with them via their email wellbeing@canberra.edu.au.

In-person

You can access face-to-face, in-person support by visiting the Student Centre in Building 1, and requesting a ticket for Student Wellbeing at the counter.

Support at UC

Student Wellbeing

Connect with Student Wellbeing for confidential support in a safe and inclusive setting.

Monday – Friday, 10am – 4pm

02 6206 8841

wellbeing@canberra.edu.au

Medical and Counselling Centre

Reach out to Medical and Counselling Centre at UC for health and counselling support.

Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

02 6201 2351

UC Crisis Line

For after-hours wellbeing support, reach out to the UC Crisis Line.

1300 271 790

0488 884 227

UC Security

If you're feeling unsafe on campus, give us a call and we'll come and meet you.

Available 24/7

02 6201 2222

Community support

Canberra Rape Crisis Centre (CRCC)

CRCC is based in Canberra and offers crisis support, counselling, and advocacy services to anyone affected by sexual violence in their lives.

Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT)

a Canberra-based service providing sexual and reproductive health care. All consultations are confidential, and the clinical team consists of female doctors and nurses with specialist qualifications in sexual and reproductive health.

Domestic Violence Crisis Service

24/7 crisis intervention services to anyone who is experiencing, or has experienced, domestic and family violence in the ACT region.

1800RESPECT

A national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for anyone who has experienced – or is at risk of – physical or sexual violence. This service is designed to meet the needs of people with disabilities, Indigenous Australians, young people and callers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Full Stop

Full Stop is a national helpline (1800 385 578) for anyone in Australia who is experiencing or has experienced, domestic or family violence, and supporters of anyone who is experiencing domestic or family violence.

ANROWS

Find support services in your state or territory.

Australian Human Rights Commission

Find out about the support the police can provide in your state.

blue knot

Empowering recovery from complex trauma, information and support.

The Line

The Line is a primary prevention behaviour change campaign for young people.

headspace

The National Youth Mental Health Foundation provides help to young Australians who are having a tough time.

Relationships Australia

Relationships Australia provides support services across each Australian state and territory, with services for all members of the community.

Australian Counselling Association

Online search tool to help you find a counsellor.

SAFE+EQUAL

A guide on love, respect and abuse in relationships – advice and stories.

Relationships Australia

Relationships Australia is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities

Meridian

A community-led health and wellbeing service that supports LGBTIQISB+ people, sex workers, and those impacted by HIV through counselling, sexual health, and related programs.

ReachOut

Find information on sexual health and get personalised support options for sexual health with an online tool.

Family Planning Alliance Australia

Find a sexual health service in your local area.

MensLine Australia

A telephone and online support service for men with family and relationship concerns. MensLine is staffed by professional counsellors who are experienced in men's issues.

CALD Men’s Non-Violence Behaviour Program - Multicultural Hub Canberra Women's

Offers support to culturally and linguistically diverse men in the Canberra region who are at risk of or are using domestic, sexual and family violence.

samsn

An organisation to support male survivors of childhood sexual abuse.

QLife

QLife is Australia's first nationally oriented counselling and referral service for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and/or intersex (LGBTI).

Meridian

Support for members of LGBTQISB+ communities (and their supporters) impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence, anywhere in Australia.

LGBTQIA+ Health Australia

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia is the national peak health organisation in Australia for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programmes, services and research focused on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people (LGBTI) and other sexuality, gender and bodily diverse people and communities.

Lifeline

A generalist and crisis telephone counselling, information and referral service, provided by trained volunteers who are supported by professional staff. Call 13 11 14.

Suicide Call Back Service

If you or someone you know is suicidal then the Suicide Call Back service can be reached on 1300 659 467.

eheadspace

Online counselling including by email, online chat or telephone, eheadspace provides support and counselling to young people aged 12–25.

ReachOut.com

A web-based service which aims to inspire young people to help themselves through tough times.

Student Edge

The largest member-based organisation of high school, TAFE, VET and university students in Australia, with more than 800,000 members nationally.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People – Canberra Rape Crisis Centre

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can access support through the Canberra Rape Crisis Centre through the general service or through the Nguru Program which is part of the Centre.

The Nguru Program – Canberra Rape Crisis Centre

The Nguru Program provides culturally appropriate counselling for members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, who have experienced sexual assault, and their families.

13YARN

The first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping.

Multicultural Hub Canberra

Offering services including supports for youth, employment, women, men, counselling, emergency preparedness, settlement services and more.

Multicultural Womens Service

Provides personal assistance and information to ensure the safety of women including recent arrivals or long-term residents from any age group.

CALD Men’s Non-Violence Behaviour Program

Offers support to culturally and linguistically diverse men in the Canberra region who are at risk of or are using domestic, sexual and family violence.

Sexual Health & Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT) | NDIS

Offers reproductive and sexual health education, respectful relationships programs, and social safety supports for children, young people, and adults with disability.

Our Site

A website by and for women and girls (15+) with disabilities.

I want to make a complaint or report abuse | Job Access

A place to report abuse in a government-funded service.

The National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline

1800 880 052 is for reporting abuse or neglect of people with disability.

Contact us

If you have questions about the University's commitment to preventing sexual violence in our community or would like to know how you can contribute to a safer campus, please contact us.