NUS Conference Delegate (non-self definition)

I have developed into a seasoned public speaker through various experiences; including being the founder and president of both my sixth form's Medical Society and Astrophysics Society. Through these, I had to present and explain concepts to my peers, as well as infront of the school, developing strong communication and leadership skills that will be invaluable when presenting at this conference. I also have experience attending my school's Model UN conferences where I learned the art of debate and further enhanced not only my speaking, but also my attentive listening skills.

I have been involved in many climate crisis related projects or movements such as the Fridays for Future movement or climate knowledge training programs with working professionals. I am also familiar with managing projects since I used to hold leadership positions in school clubs and activities. These experiences helped me acquire organisational skills and the knowledge necessary for me to achieve my goals at the NUS.

With years of experience in campaigning for climate action and social justice issues AND a track record of presenting and passing policy motions at UCL’s Union Executive and Welfare and Community Zone meetings, I am well placed to represent the voices of UCL students on a national stage. 

If you want to be represented by someone who’s passionate, has years of experience and the tenacity to voice and elevate your concerns at the NUS - your search is over!

I was Head Girl last year, so my skill set broadened and intensified. I built my head girl campaign on climate awareness and community building,I then founded the Climate Change Committee and The Safe Space, an online forum for anonymous mental health support. Being able to organise coupled with my dedication provided me with more opportunities, eg public speaking. From talking about student rights to global warming at assemblies, its evident I enjoy communicating big ideas and spreading awareness.This would translate in my role as an NUS. I care about the change we can make for the future.

During my high school years, I served as the student council vice-president, where I acquired essential leadership experiences and collaborated closely with diverse student groups. My participation in Model United Nations further honed my diplomacy skills and broadened my global perspective. Being Taiwanese, I bring a distinct perspective that enhances our platform’s diversity. These experiences have molded me into a leader who deeply values inclusivity and diverse voices, making me uniquely suited to benefit our student community. 

Nick may have far more experience than me but no experience is better than bad experience.  He has never achieved anything in any of his roles in UCL.  Its time for change. And by change, I mean I should get a free trip to the NUS conference instead of Nick.  The man admits he does not even know if he likes Blackpool.  I do like Blackpool so we should send someone who would definitely enjoy the experience.

I am an experienced public speaker with a passion for the issues of climate justice and global politics, features that give me the ability to effectively advocate for you on a large scale platform. 

I am committed to being accessible to students of all backgrounds and experiences, and to using my voice as an agent for change that benefits the entire student community.

I bring my previous experience as a student who did his UG here in London.

I have worked as a student rep since my fresher's year, and continue to do so today. Throughout it has been my responsibility to understand the needs of the students in my department and express them to the staff. I have had to utilise various technologies such as Microsoft Forms and Unitu to better understand the scope and extent of the students' opinions on certain issues. Additionally, I am vice president of the ADM Maths and Sketch co-ordinator of the Comedy Societies; in these societies I have had to adapt to the interests of the members, and plan events tailored to as many as possible.

Experience: I served as a Student Trustee at the University of Warwick. I know how challenging the workload of a trustee is and have therefore set aside enough time to fully commit to the role.

Proven track record: I am an incoming trainee solicitor at Ashurst LLP, a premier international law firm. Looking beyond careers, this demonstrates a proven track record of upholding trust.

International perspective: UCL is incredibly diverse. Being an international postgraduate student, I understand the challenges facing both the international and postgraduate student communities.

I have worked as an academic representative throughout my school years, as a mentor at UCL and have extensive experience in climate activism, student representation and leadership. Along with my unwavering passion for change, I am uniquely equipped me to bring proactive, visionary, and impactful leadership to the NUS

I am driven to advocate for students' rights, sustainability, and lead transformative initiatives that bring proactive, visionary, and impactful educational transformation.

I am a mature international student in my second year of an LLB Laws degree at UCL. I previously completed an undergraduate degree at another University of London institution, reflecting a wide breadth of relevant experiences and qualities found among my fellow students.

I co-founded a multilingual society at UCL, encouraging students to participate in cultural exchange through linguistics, and have gained extensive advocacy skills from my work as the legal editor for an overseas animal welfare organisation, and as acting treasurer of UCL's Animal Rights Society (positions of responsibility).

I have experience in student-oriented leadership and policy, working as a society president and a climate campaigner for systematic change within UCL. My skills in negotiation, public speaking, and policy formulation will allow me to effectively advocate for student rights and interests.

I am dedicated to encouraging radical and progressive principles across the entire university NUS delegation, ensuring that the voices of all students are heard and represented. My friendly approach makes me accessible, encouraging more students to engage with systems of change and voice their concerns.

As a master’s student with many years of experience actively engaging in student life and university societies, such as Nightline, I am acutely aware of the key issues facing students.

My day-to-day work with NHS England has equipped me with a deep understanding of how policy is developed and implemented and has honed my public speaking and data analysis abilities, empowering me to present compelling evidence-based proposals.

Combined, I believe that these experiences have provided me with the knowledge and skills required to effectively advocate for your concerns at a national level.

As an international student and Women's Network POC representative, I bring a unique blend of cultural diversity and advocacy skills to the role of an NUS student delegate. My experience has honed my ability to bridge cultural gaps and understand a wide variety of perspectives. I possess strong communication skills, enabling me to articulate the concerns of underrepresented groups. My role as a Women's POC representative has improved by ability to convey and amplify the voices of international students and women of colour and I wish to do this within the NUS framework.

As a population health student I know how much student’s health and well being is being affected by inequity, climate change and health care and have the data to prove the pertinence of these issues.

I know how to present ideas which can help resolve these issues, through my work with a policy team in the Civil Service I know what is needed for a policy to move forward.

Finally, as president of my departmental society I have learnt how to bring students and faculty together for collective success and will apply this to the NUS to build bridges and push for collective change.

Having done debating and currently training for international MUN competitions in Europe and beyond, I have expressed myself before assemblies composed of 150+ members and simulated negotiations with students holding different opinions to reach agreements tackling global issues. Advocating for my beliefs with consideration taught me creativity and resiliency while nurturing my leadership, communication and negotiation skills. I aim to ally my debating skills and empathy to achieve meaningful contributions to the UCL community and students across the United Kingdom

I firmly believe that equal access to education is key to a functioning democracy. As a mature, non-UK student I’ve personally faced the difficulties that stop many from accessing higher education. I’ve  held many society organising roles at UCL, and have developed skills valuable in bringing change forward. Studying biodiversity and conservation I’ve spent a lot of time at UCL researching the politics and economy of sustainability. A lot of positive action can be taken by UCL, but changes need to be designed and implemented by the people who are affected by them - us!

In this role, I bring a wealth of experience, skills, and qualities to the table. My background includes serving as an active member and leader in my college`s student union, where I excelled at securing sponsors and volunteering for various events and fests during my undergrad. These experiences have helped me develop strong leadership, organizational, and teamwork skills. I am known for my dedication, and I'm passionate about advocating for student interests and driving positive change within the NUS. 

My substantial experience in public speaking and advocacy, gained as a senior mentor at Debate Mate, along with my in-depth understanding of policy development and analysis through my PPE degree, equips me to effectively represent UCL students and contribute to informed policy decisions during the conference. Furthermore, my previous role as VP of UCLIS, one of the largest societies at UCL, showcases my active listening and collaborative abilities, vital for understanding and expressing the diverse needs and concerns of our student body while prioritizing their best interests.

Through a range of experiences, I have developed key qualities that will allow me to confidently represent all students at UCL and put their concerns first.

• Challenging ideas - I am very critical of decisions of institutions that are reckless and have affected students and their ability to access equal education. I will have our students always in mind
• Empathy to all voices - Ensuring I hear different perspectives will allow me to understand the priorities of all students
• Clear communication - I will provide clear points and guidance, with an awareness of values and sociopolitical issues

As President of UCL Labour and having worked in the Department for Business and Trade, I have collaborated with MPs, ministers, journalists, economists, and civil servants. I will use my contacts to work with the relevant stakeholders to deliver the best results for students.

Also, one of UCL Labour's objectives has been to enhance inclusivity within the society, particularly by promoting greater participation of women. Our committee currently has a higher representation of women compared to men, contributing to this effort. I will bring this inclusive approach when influencing policy.

In this role, I'll use my advocacy and communication skills to effectively represent UCL students. My firsthand experience with mental health struggles has cultivated empathy and understanding, enabling me to address these concerns with sensitivity. Additionally, my previous role as the head of a student council demonstrates my leadership and organisational abilities, which I'll use to create positive change and advocate for our student community. I have prior experience in large public speaking roles, so I will be able to confidently deliver and promote the needs of our community.

I have relevant experience as a student trustee and NED at Bristol SU, elected in my first-year for the term of 2020-21. During this role, I was exposed to how board meetings are held, voted in motions and proposals, helped out in sub-committees regarding specific issues, and oversaw the charity's accounts. 

I have also volunteered at a variety of NGOs, including the British Heart Foundation, Bristol Hub, Young Lives VS Cancer, and Oxfam. This has given me a well-rounded view of how charities operate, their different departments, and their challenges. 

As a Global Governance and Ethics Master’s student, I understand the importance of taking an inclusive approach to ensure tangible progress is made.

I am devoted to representing our diverse student body, working to promote better communication with the university regarding such issues.

I have experience representing student-led societies, advocating and raising awareness for pertinent contemporary issues such as climate action, sustainable and affordable fashion, and human rights. I have also foreseen the implementation of environmental policy through my work at the G7 climate conference.

Not only have I been a welfare officer since the third term of my first year, a role I have been unanimously re-elected for, I have also run my own clubs and groups from a relatively young age. From starting a community-focused coding club for teenagers at 14 to starting the XR youth Southend at 16, I have a long history of not only organisational management, but also dealing with people in power with confidence. 

I have been told by every teacher I have ever had that I am also incredibly stubborn which I really feel will give me the cutting edge in advocating for students everywhere.

Over the past two years, I have been involved in student politics in various capacities as an elected representative, first as Hall Representative for Goldsmid House and later as Accommodation and Housing Officer, during which I also attended the 2023 NUS Conference in Harrogate. I now write for The Cheese Grater Magazine as SU correspondent.

Unfortunately, you probably know me as the guy from Juggling and Circus, a permanent stain on my reputation that is completely the consequence of my own actions. Follow us on Twitter @ucl_jacs for I will be live tweeting the Conference if elected.