United Nations Association: Welfare Officer

Hello! I'm Brooke, a first-year studying ISPS. Here at UCL, MUN has provided me with a place to engage in insightful discussions, learn new skills, and just have a good time. I served as training officer this year, and am running for welfare for 2024-2025. This year provided me with the opportunity to meet so many incredible people and give back to the society that made my first year at UCL so special. 

This year, I have participated at many conferences, including organizing the delegation to ManMUN. I have helped out as training officer at the welfare drop-ins, and introduced crisis workshops and training at Tuesday practices. These experiences have made me familiar with the applications and processes necessary to be an effective welfare officer. In addition, I have previous experience working with social media and photo-editing platforms, and am prepared to try to live up to our current welfare officer Amishi's incredible posts. 

Additionally, one of the most important aspects as welfare officer is to safeguard the wellbeing of the society's members. If elected, I promise to do my utmost to prioritize your safety. I will always be there to advocate for members that voice concerns and serve as the primary point of contact between the committee, society members, and the SU. I plan to continue organising drop-ins, providing snacks, advice, and a place to meet for all to wish to join. I hope that y'all will give me a chance to continue contributing to this amazing society!

Hi! I’m Sophie Chee, a first year student taking Politics and International Relations. I’ve always been happy and proud to be part of this society which not only allowed me to join conferences where I’ve gained so much valuable experience in debating and speaking, but I’ve also made amazing friendships with delegates from conferences, and of course, within the society itself. I’ve had so many positive experiences, so I hope to extend this to all current and future members as the Welfare Officer, to ensure that others in the society can learn a lot from our events and trainings, and make valuable connections and great memories.

As the Welfare Officer, I will be the first point of contact for any queries, issues or worries for all members within the society, which can be on multiple social media platforms.  I have experience talking to people within the society of different backgrounds and experience, from a beginner who wants to visit a few embassies and try speaking in sessions, to the most experienced delegate with many conferences and awards under their belt. I’m willing to communicate with different members and give advice for any issues or questions. Moreover, I’m good at scheduling events and handling admin, so I can arrange support and extra training sessions if needed, which can help members improve especially if they are less confident with speaking in normal sessions. I will strive to enforce and increase the welfare and support given to all members in the society.

Joining MUN has been one of the most fulfilling things university has brought me so far, from learning about important global issues to watching other delegates start wars and propaganda programmes. Not only will being Welfare Officer allow me to contribute to a society I cherish a lot, but it will also mean I can personally ensure we keep up the good vibes! Even though MUN is something we enjoy, I also understand how much stress it can come with. Supporting the wellbeing of those who might feel the pressure more than others is integral to ensuring the society remains a healthy and nurturing environment. Let us continue to have fruitful and multifaceted discussions by fostering a community that encourages everyone's participation. As Welfare Officer, it will be my duty to ensure all the members know I am someone who will support them unceasingly and unconditionally. I will do this by ensuring the provision of regular welfare drop-ins, as well as providing pathways to raise concerns online. 

This year was my first year participating in MUN, and I am eternally grateful for how welcoming everyone has been. I hope next year to be a part of the team which will do for other newcomers (and also MUN veterans) what the current team has done for me.