Uniting UCL staff and students following the EU referendum

Such a response would be consistent with our longstanding values and our proud history of being a tolerant university, open to all.

As you may know, I personally supported the campaign to remain in the European Union. However, I respect the views of both Remain and Leave voters and I also respect democracy and its role in the long-term social cohesion of our country, even when it throws up outcomes that I dislike. I am confident that this respect is shared throughout UCL and that we will all work together to ensure UCL remains a place where all people feel safe and supported in their work and study.

UCL is hugely diverse, with staff and students of many cultures, ethnicities and beliefs; our staff come from 120 countries around the world and students from more than 150 countries. With this in mind, I've been concerned to hear of an increase in racist incidents in the UK and the potential impact this may have on members of our UCL community. Sadiq Khan, the new Mayor, has said that London should be a city where there is 'no tolerance of intolerance'. I completely agree with him.

I'd like to reassure staff and students that we absolutely will not tolerate racist and xenophobic incidents arising from within our own community. We will also support staff and students who are experiencing racism and xenophobia outside of UCL. The resources below are at your disposal if you would like further help and advice.

For staff

Dignity at Work Advisers  - informal support for staff experiencing bullying and harassment in the workplace

Dignity at Work statement

Employee Assistance Programme:Staff Support Service - for staff access to counselling and other support services

HR Advisory Services - advice for managers and other staff on disputes in the workplace

For students

24/7 Support Line  - out-of-hours telephone service to support students

Cultural Consultation Service - for support in dealing with cross-cultural issues in the learning environment

Student mediator  - advice and assistance for students experiencing bullying and harassment

Student of concern or email studentofconcern@ucl.ac.uk  - to report information about a student whose wellbeing you are concerned about

Student Support and Wellbeing - advice and support, including counselling

UCL policy on harassment and bullying

Information for international students and staff (EU and non-EU)

I have specifically addressed EU students and staff through a video and a written statement from UCL to reassure you that your immigration status and access to the student loans book has not changed as a result of the referendum vote. Please find details of this within the statements.

I'd like to extend this message to all international students and staff outside of the EU - your immigration status is not affected by this vote.

Our commitment to you as an integral part of the UCL community remains unwavering. We will contact you with any relevant information as it arises.

• EU referendum outcome webpage