# UvA buildings will reopen on Thursday, 16 May

**Source**: https://www.uva.nl/en/content/Current/2024/05/uva-buildings-will-reopen-on-thursday-16-may.html
**Parent**: https://www.uva.nl/en/current/protests/protests-at-the-uva.html

15 May 2024

The UvA will open its buildings again on Thursday, 16 May so that lectures, research and other work can resume.

As you’ve all probably read about and seen, peaceful protests on the Roeterseiland Campus were hijacked Monday, 13 May by strangers bent on destruction, and causing dangerous situations. As a result, UvA buildings remained closed on Tuesday and Wednesday for everyone’s safety. On Wednesday we were faced with the decision of whether the UvA can safely open again, which was not an easy choice.

Teaching and research must be allowed to take place again. At the same time, it’s essential that we keep talking to each other about feelings of anger and powerlessness, as well as about the war in Gaza.

In the coming period we’ll continue the internal discussion on the ethical framework and collaboration with external parties in three steps: sharpen, test, decide. We will do this in the coming weeks, in close consultation with everyone involved.

We call on everyone to contribute to (internal) calm - in the interests of *all* students and staff. Let us all continue to listen, give each other the freedom to ask questions freely and be critical, be curious and debate. With respect for everyone's input, background and beliefs and free from intolerance. Demonstrations are also allowed - but without face coverings, blockades, overnight stays or intimidation.

## Frequently asked questions

Visit [uva.nl/protests](https://www.uva.nl/en/current/protests/protests-at-the-uva.html) for more information regarding the demonstrations and the current situation on campus.

## What can I do if I feel unsafe?

We are committed to supporting everyone affected by the recent events.

### In the event of an immediate physical threat or emergency

Call security: **020 525 2222**

If you are not in acute physical danger, but do **have concerns about your safety on campus**, please read who you can contact below:

### Staff

- Do you have questions and concerns? Are you experiencing problems in your work? You can discuss this with your supervisor.
- Are you experiencing psychological distress? [Check our page Mental health support](https://medewerker.uva.nl/shared-content-secured/medewerkersites/uva-medewerkers/en/az/illness-and-recovery/mental-health-support/mental-health-support.html) to find out what the UvA can do for you, or contact [Victim Support Netherlands](https://www.slachtofferhulp.nl/english/) (outside the UvA).
- You can also always contact one of the [confidential advisers](https://www.uva.nl/en/content/a-z/confidential-advisers/confidential-advisers.html).
- Do you want to file a complaint about police violence? You can find more information on the [website of the police](https://www.government.nl/topics/police/filing-a-complaint-about-the-police#:~:text=You%20can%20file%20your%20complaint%20with%20the%20police,of%20the%20event%20you%20wish%20to%20complain%20about.).

### Students

There are a number of places you can turn to, including study advisers, student psychologists, or confidential advisers. [Go to information and contact details on the student site.](https://student.uva.nl/en/topics/support-in-case-of-questions-and-concerns-regarding-protests)