LOCAL 6516, COMMUNITY, and Brown RESOURCES

In light of the events on December 13, 2025, GLO would like to emphasize relevant resources. Our union is here to support you: we’ve got each others’ backs.

Mental Health Services

  • 24/7 Emergency Support

    • Call 911 

    • 401-863-4111 (Brown Public Safety)

  • CAPS 24/7 Crisis Support

    • 401-863-3476

    • On-site counseling available for students at Sharpe Refectory

  • AFT Trauma Counseling Service (for Local 6516 members)

    • 802-949-0034

    • Trained trauma response specialists

  • Family Service of Rhode Island

    •  401-854-6678

    • Support resources at 55 Hope Street

  • Office of the Chaplains and Religious Life (OCRL) 

    • On-site at Sharpe Refectory

  • Free Local Therapy

  • Providence City Council Resources

  • Group Counseling Session (Coming Next Semester)

    • We are planning an in-person group session with a licensed social worker from AFT. Details to follow.

Contact Us Anytime

    • Email: localcomms@local6516.org

    • If you are a Local 6516 member and need support, please call your department steward or any union leader.

For more resources, see the union's list here and community's list here. These include:

    • Winter Break groups, activities, and resources 

    • Practical support to access Brown buildings or services 

    • Free/discounted rides

    • Holiday housing away from campus

    • Fundraisers for victims and their families

    • Petition(s)