Finding a Peer Supporter

Peers of Colour are trained Peer Supporters who identify as students of colour. They support Oxford students of colour and offer space to talk about race, identity, racism, belonging and related experiences within the University.

Rainbow Peers are trained Peer Supporters who identify as LGBTQ+. They support LGBTQ+ students and offer space to talk about sexuality, gender identity, prejudice, inclusion, belonging and related experiences at Oxford.

Disability Diversity Peers are trained Peer Supporters who have lived experience of disability and/or an interest in creating a supportive space to talk about disability.

This can include mental health conditions, sensory or mobility impairments, long-term or chronic illness, physical health conditions, specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD, and neurodivergence.

They can offer space to talk about disability and identity, navigating University systems, thinking about support such as the Disability Advisory Service, mentoring and broader social experiences.

Peers of Faiths are trained Peer Supporters who are interested in conversations about faith, religion and spirituality in the context of student life. You do not need to have a faith or religious belief to speak to a Peer of Faiths.

This peer support sits alongside chaplaincy and secular welfare provision and welcomes students of all faiths and none.

Coffee Ambassadors are trained Peer Supporters who offer informal, confidential chats over free coffee, tea and cake in cafés around Oxford.

They are open to undergraduates, postgraduates and postdoctoral researchers who would like to talk about anything on their mind.

To find out where and when Coffee Ambassadors are available, email [email protected].