Mental Health Support for Staff
Collaborations and Health Services: Staff access to mental health support.
Version 1.0, 13 Nov 2026Executive Summary
Al-Quds University states that its staff can use an Employee Assistance Program offering confidential psychological support, alongside workplace mental health programmes run by Human Resources. In July 2024 the Staff Union and the Student Empowerment Unit held an open day on "Managing stress in times of crisis" for 83 female employees, under the patronage of the University President. In August 2026 the University signed a cooperation agreement with the Union of Palestinian Social and Psychological Workers to develop mental health services and the skills of practitioners.
Services
Support Services for Mental Health Conditions
Staff services: Employee Assistance Program with confidential psychological support and workplace mental health programmes.
Medical Clinic
University Medical Clinic: confidential, free appointments for the University community.
Activities and Partnerships
Staff Union and Student Affairs Hold an Open Day for Female Employees
Open day on managing stress in times of crisis for 83 female employees, by the Staff Union and the Student Empowerment Unit.
Al-Quds University and the Union of Social and Psychological Workers Sign a Cooperation Agreement
Cooperation agreement with the Union of Palestinian Social and Psychological Workers to strengthen mental health services.
Al-Quds University and the Union of Social and Psychological Workers (Bethlehem) Sign a Memorandum
Memorandum with the Bethlehem branch of the Union of Social and Psychological Workers to support workers in the sector.