At Homerton, the College Discrimination and Harassment Contacts (CDHCs) are in place to offer confidential support to students who may have experienced or currently be experiencing any form of discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct.
The CDHCs are able to signpost students to immediate and long term welfare support, as well as discussing reporting systems available to those who choose to report the incident(s).
You can also report an incident(s) using the College Harassment Report Form. Contents of your report will be sent to the cdhc@homerton.cam.ac.uk email address. You can also email the CDHC team at cdhc@homerton.cam.ac.uk
The CDHCs for Homerton are:
Dr Helen Demetriou
Helen is a College Tutor, DoS, and is involved in the teaching and coordination of psychology in the Education Faculty at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Research, publications, teaching, and work with external organisations include topics of pupil voice, empathy and wellbeing. This work is embedded within a commitment to understanding and helping to resolve issues of discrimination and harassment for the smooth running of the College and University.
Dr Priscilla Day-Walsh
Priscilla is College Research Associate and a Next Generation Fellow at the Centre for trophoblast Research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Her research aims to understand the role of the maternal microbiome in placental development and function and how this influences pregnancy outcomes. Priscilla is involved in teaching and is on the supervisory panel for PhD students. Her previous experience being on the employee coaching and mentoring pool will be invaluable in supporting students to resolve Discrimination and Harassment issues within the College and the University.
Dr Alvaro Lopez-Acosta
Alvaro is a College Research Associate and Undergraduate Tutor at Homerton. Based at the Department of Biochemistry on the Downing Site, he investigates how lipid membranes, the protective barriers of life, survive ultraviolet radiation and extreme conditions to reveal the possibilities of extraterrestrial life. His professional trajectory combines research with extensive well-being and mental health support experience.
He worked as Expedition Manager for Raleigh International in Costa Rica and Tanzania, leading diverse young-adults teams in remote settings while prioritising safe, inclusive environments. Also, Alvaro worked with the York City Police suicide prevention unit as a first point of contact, coordinating crisis support for students and community members.
A certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor, he has delivered MHFA training for adults alongside leadership and mentoring across universities and NGOs. Alvaro loves salsa dancing, flying planes, and corridor chats; he's always open for students or staff to drop by for an informal talk or well-being concerns.
