Offering support for those affected by the Afghan crisis
Aerial drone shot of the Advanced Technology Centre at Swinburne's Hawthorn campus.
In summary
- Swinburne offers support for those affected by the Afghan crisis, including our students, staff and alumni from Afghanistan
- Wellbeing and support services are available
- Practical support can be made through donations to the Australian Red Cross Afghanistan Crisis Appeal
Swinburne University of Technology is deeply saddened by the unfolding crisis in Afghanistan and offers our thoughts and support to students, staff, alumni and their families in our Afghan community.
We acknowledge the concerns of our students, staff and alumni from Afghanistan, and are deeply concerned for the safety of those in Afghanistan.
Swinburne has contacted our Afghan students to remind them of the support services available to them at this time, including a range of wellbeing services.
We also invite all staff members who are concerned about the situation to make use of Swinburne’s wellbeing and support services available, including the Employee Assistance Program.
We understand many in the Swinburne community would like to offer practical support at this time. If you would like to provide financial assistance, we encourage donations to be made through the Australian Red Cross Afghanistan Crisis Appeal.
-
Media Enquiries
Related articles
-
- University
Swinburne and Breakthrough Victoria create $18 million investment partnership to support Swinburne spinouts
Swinburne University of Technology will co-invest $9 million in investment, which is matched by Breakthrough Victoria, to create new ventures to drive commercialisation of our research.
Thursday 21 September 2023 -
- Business
Swinburne alum and global HR leader unlocking people’s ‘inner hero’
Anoop Chaudhuri’s career with Ford has spanned more than thirty years, three continents and 14 roles. He now leads HR for Ford and is passionate about helping individuals and teams thrive.
Thursday 21 September 2023 -
- University
Vice-Chancellor Professor Pascale Quester reappointed for second term
The Swinburne University of Technology Council has approved the reappointment of Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Pascale Quester, for a second five-year term.
Monday 07 August 2023 -
- Health
- University
Swinburne to help drive change in Victoria’s mental health system
Swinburne is an academic partner within the Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing’s Adult and Older Adult Best Practice Consortium.
Thursday 10 August 2023 -
- University
Swinburne Alumni Impact Awards finalists driving positive change
Swinburne has announced the nine finalists for the 2023 Alumni Impact Awards which celebrate exceptional alumni who are helping to build a better world.
Thursday 10 August 2023
