Science Magazine Society: Welfare Officer

I am running for Welfare Officer because I am passionate about providing environments for ambitious and curious students to thrive, rather than to feel pressured to succeed. 

Science is complex and intellectually challenging, with many ethical considerations. I’ve personally witnessed that the passion for scientific exploration often leads to heated discussions and debates and learned that growth and exploration occur best within environments where individuals feel comfortable expressing their uncertainties and disagreements. 

Having moved to a new city during my early years of education and helping to build new communities has given me empathy for individuals within these environments. I have witnessed how powerful it feels to be heard and understood by others, especially within environments where competition and pressure to succeed are common. 

As Welfare Officer, I would strive to create dialogue and peer support initiatives and events to promote well-being. I want members to feel that the Science Magazine Society is not just for intellectual curiosity but also for feeling supported and understood within the society.