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Election
Network committee members actively support Student Officers that convene their network, and assist with the over-all decision making processes within the network.
The Secretary shall:
- Take accurate notes of forum proceedings and circulate those notes after the forum.
- Support the Student Officer in the production and circulation of agendas.
You must self-define as a woman to vote for this position.
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Candidates
UCL was one of the first universities to open its doors to women, and I’d like to carry that legacy forward. I’d like to explore whether members could reach us at any time for support, because I believe a space like this should be there for people when they need it most. This year, the network focuses on 3Cs: Career, Community and Care. I hope to organise career networking events, educational panels on women's health equity, art and social expression. I also hope to lobby for menstrual pain as an extenuating circumstance and for the presence of sanitary products in gender-neutral locations.
I love seeing more women thrive in the workplace and step into leadership roles. I’m proactive, organised, and enjoy bringing people together to make things happen. As Vice President of the Student Council and President of a LeanIn chapter, I’ve gained experience coordinating initiatives, representing diverse student communities, and fostering meaningful network engagement. I’d bring my creativity, passion, and attention to detail to the role of Secretary, helping build a supportive, interactive network where initiatives make a difference and every woman feels empowered to lead with confidence
Professor McGonagall once said: 'You’re a woman with a brain and reasonable ability. Stop whining and find something to do''. Despite the disparities around, that line pushed me to change things for myself and for young women after me. I love connecting with women from different backgrounds and lifting them. I’m approachable, deeply supportive, and I lead with empathy. Having advocated for women’s equality for years, I know how much an accessible, responsive space matters. As Secretary, I’ll listen closely, raise grievances with the right people, and implement agendas women truly benefit from.
I would like to be a part of the women's network and to build a more supportive community and a comfortable place for women. It’s great to have the opportunity helping other peers to start or better enjoy the time at university at UCL, and make new friends, especially for those who might find it difficult to settle in at first. I would do my best to maintain a helpful environment for women students, through listening, understanding and reflecting. I wish to be elected to the position to help other female students with wider impact and better approaches.
I enjoy connecting with people and supporting others. Through previous work experiences, I have learned how to work with others to complete tasks, communicate with people from different backgrounds and cultures, and adapt quickly to new situations. I also love to hear different perspectives and attempt to make them meaningful.
If I could be the secretary of the network, I would bring these qualities to the team. As a firm feminist, I would do my to best to bring us together, while keep things organised and foster a community where women can be themselves and share their stories.
I would always be willing to listen and help. I’ll value everyone’s opinions as well as experiences, and do the best I can ensuring everyone feels heard and supported. Delivering what we really need and make the most of our time. I would really appreciate if I could be one to speak for us (＾∇＾）
Hi, My name is Salma Osman. I am a third-year Applied Medical Sciences student running for Women's Students' Network Secretary. My priorities are:
Make Period Products More Accessible
Tired of not knowing where to find free period products on campus? I will help create an accessible UCL map, including confirmed gender-neutral facilities, identify gaps, and push for access in every building.
Period Pain Is Real. So Should Be the Support.
I will lobby UCL to recognise period pain as valid grounds for Extenuating Circumstances. No one should have to choose between their health and their degree.
Your Safety, My Priority.
I will prioritise daytime events where practical, choose accessible, well-lit venues and arrange optional group walks to nearby Tube stations after evening events. I will also work with UCL Estates to advocate for improved campus lighting and safer journeys home at night.
See It, Say It, Sorted!
Your voice deserves to be heard, and your feedback should lead to action. I will ensure clear, transparent notes and summaries are shared after every Equi-Tea session and Network meeting, and provide space for you to raise concerns, share ideas and tell me what matters to you.
All Work and No Play! Not on My Watch!
From an end-of-year dinner and London Zoo trips to ceramics, arts and crafts, women-only Pilates, tennis and horse-riding lessons, let’s make memories beyond the lecture hall!
Trust is built by listening, engineered through thought, and proven through action. My commitment is to listen, advocate, and act, ensuring your concerns are represented, your ideas are valued, and our voices shape a university experience defined by opportunity, wellbeing, and connection.
- Get the basics right: make notes soon after each meeting, agendas sent in advance, a short summary after.
- Be clear what happened to things people raise, including when the answer is no.
- More than one way to have a say: an anonymous form and short polls, since not everyone can make evening meetings or wants to speak in a room.
- A proper handover in June, so ideas from Women's History Month aren't lost.
- Make it easier for new members to find out what the Network does and how to get involved.
- Work closely with the Women's Officer and the Networks team.
- Biochemistry Student Partnership Committee: I take student feedback to staff on how our course is taught, so I've had practice raising things constructively and reporting back honestly.
- Lead Editor of my school magazine: coordinated over a thousand students; mostly deadlines and chasing people kindly.
- Transition Mentor for incoming first-years, support and guidance
- Two years teaching ballet to 30+ younger students.
- Comfortable writing clearly and quickly, which is most of what this role needs.
- Secretary isn't the loudest role, and I won't pretend otherwise. It's the notes, the agendas, and remembering what was agreed months ago.
- Those things quietly decide whether a Network runs well.
- I'll be reliable and easy to talk to. Raise something with me and I'll write it down properly, take it to the right place, and come back to you, even if the answer isn't the one we wanted.
- I'm realistic about the role. At 12 to 15 hours a term, I'd rather do a small number of things properly than promise a long list.
- Steady in the background, keeping things organised.
I hope above all to be a reliable and trusted confidant for every woman to share their thoughts, ideas, and lived experiences with.
I am a dedicated and driven student. I am persistent and confident, and I will speak up both for myself and for other women who are unable to. I will attend every meeting. I will communicate clearly and effectively with any representative, member of the network, or other concerned body to ensure they feel seen and listened to.
The most important relationships I have are with the women in my life. I will carry this reverence with me throughout the role, and I will do all that I can to ensure that women are safe, cherished, and respected in our community.
I aim to make the Women's Network completely accessible, transparent, and responsive. I will ensure our discussions translate into real change by establishing clear, open channels where agendas and minutes are shared promptly after every Equi-tea and meeting. My goal is to foster an inclusive, safe environment that champions women across all backgrounds and study modes, while streamlining communication between the committee and the student body. Through organised record-keeping and clear advocacy, I want every member to see their feedback actively represented and actioned.
I bring strong administrative, organisational, and interpersonal skills. As a Senior Administrative Assistant at Camden Council, I managed complex calendars, prepared meeting agendas, handled confidential data under GDPR, and organised large-scale youth initiatives. Through my work as a Support Engineer and Sixth Form Committee Chair, I have honed clear communication, meticulous record-keeping, and proactive problem-solving. Combined with my passion for community building and advocacy, I offer the dedication and detail-oriented approach needed to run the Network smoothly.
A vote for me is a vote for accountability, reliable organisation, and an inclusive space where your voice is heard and acted upon. With proven administrative experience managing committees and official communications, I understand how to turn student discussions into transparent, documented progress. I am deeply committed to equity, mental health advocacy, and community support, and I will ensure the Women's Network runs seamlessly so that our collective concerns reach decision-makers effectively. Together, we can build a supportive, proactive network that works for every woman at UCL.
- Accessibility: ensure network events, online websites and campus spaces are fully accessible to students with disabilities
- Safety advocacy: make reporting SA allegations easier, safer, and stigma-free
- Career focus: launch targeted networking events and mentor connections for women and non-binary students in STEM and social sciences
- Mental health spaces: create community groups hosting mindfulness and casual arts & crafts sessions
- Sanitation: advocate for free period products + toilet seat sanitiser dispenser in every bathroom
My volunteering in the UK/abroad (e.g.: at Latin American House and Displaced CIC) has honed my communication, leadership, and teamwork. I am organised and detail-oriented and will ensure seamless schedules and accurate record-keeping.
With an international background, I understand the challenges of adapting and finding community. As a Student Ambassador, I’ve seen first-hand what new students need to thrive. I co-founded Clay for Change, using clay art to fundraise for humanitarian causes and amplify underrepresented voices. If elected, I’ll create a judgment-free, inclusive, and safe space.
Vote for me if you want to see:
- Targeted career networking and mentorship for women and non-binary students in STEM and social sciences
- Free period products in every campus bathroom (not just a few areas)
- Spaces and events celebrating cultural diversity and LGBTQI+ representation in academia
- Relaxed, regular spaces for women and non-binary students to connect, de-stress, and share through mindfulness, arts & crafts, and movie nights
- Advocacy to ease SA reporting and improve campus accessibility for all students
If elected, I want to help make the Women’s Network a stronger and more visible community within UCL. I would like to create more opportunities for women to connect with one another, share experiences and support each other, while ensuring that the network reflects the diversity of women at UCL. I would particularly like to encourage more events around women’s experiences in university, careers and professional life.
I would bring strong organisation, communication and leadership skills, alongside experience of working within student communities. I have served as Charity and Outreach Officer for UCL Pole Fitness Society and Treasurer of UCL Amnesty International Society, as well as being an LGBTQIA+ Representative for UCL Gender and Feminism Society.Outside university societies, I founded and organise The Care Pack Project, a London-based charity, and work as a social media manager for small businesses.
Students should vote for me because I would bring both experience and ideas to the Women’s Network. I have experience representing students, organising initiatives, working in societies and creating opportunities for others through my charity and outreach work.I would be a Secretary who listens to what students actually want from the Network and works to turn those ideas into practical initiatives. I want to help create more opportunities for women to connect, support one another and develop both personally and professionally.