Supports and resources available for grad students affected by situation in Iran

As the situation in Iran continues to evolve, those students, faculty and staff members personally affected and in need of assistance, are encouraged to reach out for help.

Graduate students are encouraged to reach out to the following resources:

• Contact the Student Wellness Centre at wellness@mcmaster.ca
• If you need academic accommodation during this time, please reach out to your supervisor or program.
• International students can book a 1:1 appointment with International Student Services by contacting iss@mcmaster.ca
• A list of 24-hour services is available on McMaster’s Student Case Management website.
• Empower Me provides 24-hour accessible counselling services for graduate students. Call 1-833-628-5589
• Good2Talk provides 24/7 confidential counselling, information, and referrals to all post-secondary students in Ontario via phone at 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868.

Faculty and staff can find support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program:

Contact Homewood Health through the Homewood website or by phone toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to book appointments, or access any EFAP service.