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You will lead the Union’s Disabled Students’ Network in continuing to build an engaging, dynamic, and rewarding community of disabled students and make sure that the Network caters to and is inclusive of all its members. Represent the collective interests and needs of disabled students to decision-making bodies within the Union. Working alongside and supported by the Equity & Inclusion Officer, represent these collective interests to UCL and beyond.
To nominate or vote for this position, you must self-define as a student with a disability.
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I understand the disabled student experience here at UCL. I am a blind Fine Art student, disability advocate and guide dog owner. I also have experience in being a mentor, public speaker, EDI representative, charity trustee and currently studying an access consultancy course. I understand barriers around accessibility, accommodation and isolation. I would bring a listening ear, a proactive attitude and a commitment to making every disabled student feel heard and empowered.
If elected, my hope is to make UCL more accessible and inclusive for disabled students. I want to build a stronger community where people feel welcome, supported and less alone. This includes creating engaging activities, helping students access useful resources, and being someone they feel comfortable speaking to. Disabled students’ voices deserve to be heard, taken seriously and turned into real action.
Students should vote for me because I understand the challenges disabled students face at UCL and navigate them myself every day. I am relatable, approachable, a good listener and proactive. Through advocacy, mentoring, EDI work and public speaking, I have learnt how to turn words into action. I will listen, advocate and work to make accessibility and inclusion standard at UCL, so no student is left behind.