In addition to reporting on our Report and Support platform, you can report a hate incident to the University’s Hate Incident Reporting Centre (HIRC). The HIRC can assist staff and students in reporting hate incidents or crimes to Essex Police.
You can also report an incident directly to the police. To book an appointment with a trained Hate Crime Ambassador please email hirc@essex.ac.uk and someone will respond to arrange a suitable time.
You should report incidents to the University by contacting one of the following:
(Please add 01206 87 if calling from an external phone or 224 before the four digit number if calling using the StudentCom service in University accommodation).
- Student Services Hub T 4000
- Students’ Union Advice Centre T 2021
- Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion T 3506
- Director of People and Culture T 3394
*Please note You are encouraged to report an incident to the University in the first instance, but if you do report an incident directly to the police, please ensure you also report the incident to the University by contacting one of the services mentioned above. The Student Services Hub will also be able to give information about the personal and academic support that is available within the University.
Members of staff may also want to inform their trade union.