Friends of Médecins sans Frontières Society: President

Having been part of the FoMSF committee for two years now, as Welfare Officer and Treasurer, I have developed the experience and skills needed to lead the society successfully as President. I have helped organise speaker events, book events and a Language Lounge to teach a diverse range of languages’ medical terms. I have enjoyed every moment of being part of committee and have got to know FoMSF societies across the UK universities. As Treasurer this year, I have been able to build up the society funds and strategically use it to ensure that we are able to fundraiser for MSF, but equally run exciting events for our members. I have a passion for humanitarian medicine and being part of FoMSF has enabled me to explore this further and learn more about a potential career in MSF. I would love to share this passion for humanitarian healthcare with others, and give back by fundraising for the communities that need it the most.

My aims for next year, if I am elected as President are:

-To increase frequency of events, both social and fundraising (aim for once/twice a month)

-Work in collaboration with other London FoMSF societies to run society quizzes, pub nights and dinners

-Run a charity concert

-More speaker events and workshops with MSF staff, to help people explore a career in humanitarian medicine

It would be an honour to lead the society as President next year and I truly believe that my wealth of experience and passion for the society will help me do so. Thank you!

Hi. My name is Aditya Singh. 

I am standing for the position of President of Friends of MSF UCL because I believe that since medical care is a basic human right, the work performed by Médecins Sans Frontières is of critical importance. As president, I would be better placed to spread awareness of the work performed by MSF, and my focus would be on expanding our community engagement by organising fundraising events, publicity campaigns and informative speaker series, to give students a better idea of the objectives and operation of MSF.

My own experience in FoMSF this year was very positive. I very much enjoyed the events hosted by the society, and that is another key reason as to why I am nominating myself for President. Despite the fabulous work that FoMSF do however, we are an underperforming society, and we are in desperate need of strong leadership to ensure the continuation of this society in UCL. Membership numbers, and general awareness of this society amongst students, especially amongst those whose courses are directly related to medicine, are low, and as President, this would be a key target of mine. 

Have a think about this, and if you like the sound of what I'm saying, please do vote for me :)