Constructive dialogue started

Source: https://www.uva.nl/en/content/Current/2024/05/constructive-dialogue-started.html Parent: https://www.uva.nl/en/current/protests/protests-at-the-uva.html

24 May 2024

After two turbulent weeks, this week has been marked by dozens of constructive conversations: the administration (deans and Executive Board) with students and staff, staff in team meetings or department meetings, for example, and students with student advisers. Sometimes these were emotional conversations with colleagues who are worried, and sometimes intense discussions took place. It was encouraging to see that the route to discussion has been restored.

This week was also the first meeting in a series of ‘Campus Dialogue lunch sessions’, organised by the Central Diversity Office. The next session is on Thursday, 30 May, for which you can still register.

Many more conversations will take place at the faculties in the near future, in particular after the exam week. If you would like to take part in a conversation yourself, please check how you can do this with your study programme or faculty. Students and staff can also participate in an online walk-in hour to talk about the impact of the events on work and study. The schedule of roundtable discussions on the ‘ethical framework for collaboration with third parties’ will follow.

Peaceful protests

In recent days, students protested at the Faculty of Science (FNWI) and Amsterdam University College (AUC). A tent and some banners were set up at Science Park. The protests were calm and peaceful and the dean and vice-dean of the FNWI faculty also spoke to students during this protest. By mutual agreement, the students left at the end of the day.

Explanation

In many of the conversations held, questions were asked about the course of events. At uva.nl/en/current/protests/faqs-protests.html you can find more information about 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 to find out what the UvA can do for you, or contact Victim Support Netherlands (outside the UvA).
You can also always contact one of the confidential advisers.
Do you want to file a complaint about police violence? You can find more information on the website of the police.

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.