We understand, if you are able, that you may like to talk with someone you trust about your experience

UNSW First Responders are students and staff who are trained to offer you confidential support. They understand that reporting gendered violence can be difficult and can provide you with guidance and support. 

Should you choose to make a formal report, a UNSW First Responder can help you or they can complete the report on your behalf. 

Find a UNSW First Responder

We have a network of trained First Responders across all campuses.

See below for a First Responder that you may find most comfortable to talk with.  

Renee Griffin

First Responder for students

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

(02) 9385 9373
r.griffin@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health Professional
  • Ally trained

Martin Healy

First Responder for students

Gender: Male
Pronouns: He/him
Languages: English
Kensington campus

(02) 9065 7681
m.healy@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health Professional
  • Ally trained

Sarah Kroon

First Responder for students

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

(02) 9348 0165
s.kroon@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health Professional
  • Ally trained

Michelle Steel

First Responder for staff

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

(02) 9385 8554
michelle.steel@unsw.edu.au

  • Ally trained
  • Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Mel Tunbridge

First Responder for staff

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
Kensington campus

m.tunbridge@unsw.edu.au

  • Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Melanie Kovacs

First Responder for staff

Gender: Female
Pronouns: She/her
Languages: English
ADFA Canberra

(02) 5114 5621
m.kovacs@unsw.edu.au

  • Ally trained
  • Mental Health First Aid Instructor