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We understand, if you are able, that you may like to talk with someone you trust about your experience

UNSW First Responders are students and staff who are trained to offer you confidential support. They understand that reporting gendered violence can be difficult and can provide you with guidance and support. 

Should you choose to make a formal report, a UNSW First Responder can help you or they can complete the report on your behalf. 

Find a UNSW First Responder

We have a network of trained First Responders, available during business hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.  If you require assistance outside these hours, please reach out to the following after hours support services:

Students: UNSW Psychology & Wellness 9385 5418 or text-after-hours 0485 826 595

Staff: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 1300 687 327

National Referral Services: 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732  

Renee Griffin

First Responder for students

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

9385 5418
r.griffin@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health Professional
  • Ally trained

Martin Healy

First Responder for students

Gender: Male
Pronouns: He/him
Languages: English
Kensington campus

9385 5418
m.healy@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health Professional
  • Ally trained

Sarah Kroon

First Responder for students

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

9385 5418
s.kroon@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health Professional
  • Ally trained

Mel Tunbridge

First Responder for staff

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

m.tunbridge@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Melanie Kovacs

First Responder for staff

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
ADFA Canberra

(02) 5114 5621
m.kovacs@unsw.edu.au

  • Ally trained
  • Mental Health First Aid Instructor