Indian Society: Welfare Officer

Hello everyone, I’m Sami, and I’m excited to run for Welfare Officer of UCL Indian Society!

This society is built on community, inclusivity, and cultural pride, and as Welfare Officer, my goal will be to ensure that everyone—no matter their background or ability—feels welcome and encouraged to get involved. Whether you’re attending your first event or have been part of the society for years, I want to help create a space where you feel comfortable, valued, and connected.

Beyond supporting members, I want to work alongside the socials team to bring India’s rich culture and heritage to life in fresh and exciting ways. From interactive events and cultural showcases to creative collaborations, I’ll make sure our society is not just a place to celebrate our roots but also a space that invites others to experience and appreciate them too. My aim is to make our events bigger, bolder, and more engaging than ever before!

My priority will be to make our society more inclusive, welcoming, and representative of everyone who wants to be a part of it. If elected, I’ll be dedicated to ensuring your voice is heard and that UCL Indian Society continues to be a supportive and thriving space for all.

Thank you!

As a passionate and driven individual, I believe in the power of collaboration, culture, and community which is represented effectively in UCL Indian Society. Ethnically, I am from Kerela and my family takes pride in Indian traditions and culture which has been deeply passed down to me. 
A key vision for this role would be promoting cultural exchange and knowledge. I was in charge of my Indian Society during sixth form and it was amazing to represent my culture to my peers. I hosted food stalls and helped the promotion of dances (such as Kuchipudi, Bhangra and Bharatanatyam) during cultures day every year. In UCL I have been to a few social events for the Indian Society and have managed to bring friends from different cultural backgrounds such as Pakistani, Nigerian, Iranian, English e.t.c, even persuading friends from different universities to attend. I aim to make UCL Indian Society open to individuals of all backgrounds.
Doing medicine at UCL and have attained skills that can help such as communication, empathy and collaboration. My course is very diverse and it is nice to be in contact with many different cultures. Sharing my culture is something I look forward to.

I am excited to run for Welfare Officer of the Indian Society. University life can be overwhelming, and I want to ensure that every member feels supported, included, and empowered within our community. If elected, I will work to create a welcoming space where everyone can enjoy our culture while having access to the support they need.

My focus will be on promoting well-being by organising social events, support networks, and mental health awareness initiatives. Whether through informal meetups, study sessions, or welfare-focused discussions, I want to ensure that members can connect, share experiences, and seek guidance when needed.

I will also work closely with the committee to ensure that all society events are accessible, inclusive, and mindful of student well-being. Additionally, I will promote university welfare resources, ensuring that members know where to turn if they need support.

By fostering a culture of openness and kindness, I want to make Indian Society a place where students feel truly at home. With your support, I look forward to making a positive impact on our community.

I would love to run for Welfare officer because I believe our society should be a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally enriching space for everyone. I would love to celebrate the diversity of India and the university by making sure that everyone feels like they fit into the society.

I plan to do this by:

• Working with the Socials team to curate events that celebrate all regions of India, ensuring representation across traditions, languages, and customs.
• Ensuring our events and initiatives are accessible to all, actively reaching out to students who may feel hesitant to participate and making sure everyone finds a home in our society.
• Being a friendly face in the society to be there if anyone needs to make sure that everyone feels welcomed into the society.

I am here to support the members of Jain Society and support them with the socials etc

I’m excited about the opportunity to be a Welfare Officer for Indian society. As someone who is deeply empathetic and pragmatic, I genuinely care about the well-being of every member, and I also know how to make practical decisions to ensure our society runs smoothly and effectively.My priority as Welfare Officer will be to create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected. I’m empathetic and understand how important it is for people to have someone they can turn to in times of need. 

In Year 13, I was the Student Support Mentor, where I helped students in Years 7-9 deal with an issues or conflicts. I used my empathetic nature to connect with them, but I also took a practical approach to finding solutions. i often mediated conversation to help resolve issues between students. Sometimes even though i tried my best the issue was much deeper and needed to be escalated further. I am capable of recognising my own limitation and think this is very important quality for a welfare officer to have. If I’m chosen as your Welfare Officer, I will combine my empathy, pragmatic decision-making, and experience to make sure our society is a place where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to thrive. 

I would like to nominate myself for Welfare Officer for Indian Society. I will ensure that every member of our Indian Society feels valued, supported, and empowered. My vision is to create a welcoming and inclusive space where cultural diversity is celebrated, challenges are addressed, and well-being remains a top priority. I believe I am suited to this role as I have built up leadership, teamwork and organisational skills. As I did Just Bollywood and Rangeela this year, I feel I have been able to manage a large workload and improved my time management. I will ensure that there is clear communication between members so that the executive committee can address concerns swiftly. My future plans would be:

• Work closely with other committee members to integrate welfare initiatives into the society’s core activities.
• Ensure all members, regardless of background, feel represented in society events and discussions.
• Promote cross-cultural collaborations with other societies to foster understanding and unity.
• Encourage culturally inclusive initiatives that embrace regional diversity within the Indian community.