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Crisis in Iran: support for staff

14 January 2026

In Iran, the population is rising against the regime. The government has responded with a violent crackdown.

If you are from Iran or are otherwise affected by the situation, we understand that this may impact your well-being and work.

Support for staff

If you feel thatyou need additional support, our welfare team can help. They can provide support for psychosocial issues that are affecting your ability to function at work or in your personal life. Your line manager and/or HR adviser can put you in touch with them.

Support outside the university

If you would prefer to speak confidentially with someone outside the university, Luisterlijn can help. You can contact them 24/7 by phone, email or online chat.

Support for managers

If you would like to address this topic within your team or have noticed it is causing tension among colleagues, our coaches can help. Contact coaching@bb.leidenuniv.nl to be connected with the right coach.

Support for students

We also have support for students. If you notice that the developments in Iran are affecting your students, please refer them to the support that is available for them.

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