Resources in Times of Crisis
Harvard University is committed to supporting our community members affected by crises at home and abroad, and to providing a safe campus environment. The resources on this page are intended to help our community members who are struggling or in need of support.
Campus-wide resources
Your personal safety
Anonymous Reporting Hotline
Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Concerns
Current Procedures for Permitting of Campus Protest Activity
SHARE Team
Emergency Resources Phone Lines
Harvard University Police Department (HUPD)
HUPD: 617-495-1212
HUPD Longwood: 617-432-1212
Medical Urgent Care at HU Health Services
Urgent Care HUHS: 617-495-5711
International SOS
24/7 support while abroad on University travel: +1617-998-0000 or connect through the Assistance App.
Emergency
Medical or Public Safety Emergency: 911
Your online safety
Protecting against online abuse and harassment: resources for the Harvard community
Learn about resources for community members who have been identified and targeted for online abuse, harassment, and intimidation.
Report an incident
Learn how to report an incident if you experience or are aware of an electronic threat to your or someone else's safety, received a suspicious email that might be phishing, and more.
Your mental wellbeing
TimelyCare
A virtual telehealth and wellbeing platform for Harvard students.
CAMHS Cares Line 24/7
The CAMHS Cares line 617-495-2042 is a 24/7 support line for Harvard students who have mental health concerns, whether they are in immediate distress or not, on-campus or elsewhere.
Center for Wellness and Health Promotion
Workshops, services, and classes centered on wellbeing.
Student Wellbeing at Harvard
Additional mindfulness resources and activities for everyone at the University, including those that support physical and spiritual wellbeing.
School-based resources
Visit your School’s wellbeing website for information on additional services and resources.
Your community support
For Faculty, Staff, and Academics
From guidance on how to support students in distress, to information on work/life stability, there are many resources available for our faculty, staff, and academics.
The Crimson Folders
Crimson Folders are a set of tools that can enable faculty, staff, postdocs, researchers, and teaching fellows and assistants to recognize and support students experiencing mental health challenges. Each School has its own Crimson Folder with School-specific resources.