Lucy Bishop

After fulfilling the role of Head of Events on the Diplomacy committee for the last year, I am excited to apply for a new role and tackle the separation between our committee and our members.

As Welfare Officer, giving the society opportunities to socialise outside of the traditional, formal setting that may be associated with diplomacy is of utmost importance. The key lesson that I have learnt from my experience with diplomats is the importance of relationships in the field; while we hold incredibly interesting events, I will aim to organise a diverse range of social events to allow members to network and to integrate the committee back into the society. This may include conventional pub gatherings, but I also want to branch out further than that to include everyone and take recommendations straight from members.

Additionally, a welfare officer is responsible for the wellness of individuals within the society and any concerns they have. Within this role, I would like to focus on the diversity and inclusion aspect of welfare, especially because diversity in the diplomatic field is exceptionally high.

The UCL Diplomacy Society is an accessible way to explore an interest in international relations, negotiating and politics in general. To maintain our position as an influential and inclusive society, I want to improve outreach and integration throughout the whole society.