Keya Kunwar

I am running for Welfare Officer because I believe SFGH should be engaging, accessible, and supportive of members across a range of programmes. Having lived in India, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and now in the UK, as a first-year politics student, I understand the challenge of getting involved in new communities. This has made me attuned to the importance of inclusion and clear communication in student spaces, especially in fast-paced societies like this one.

In addition, I have experience in student welfare roles as a peer mentor and tutor, supporting students in balancing academic responsibilities with additional challenges. As a member of the Service Council in high school, I oversaw the training and well-being of service officer teams, ensuring officers felt supported, balanced, and prepared to achieve their clubs’ goals for the term. I would bring these same skills to the Welfare Officer role, committed to supporting members and the committee so that everyone can fully benefit from SFGH’s opportunities.

To make our society more inclusive and supportive, I believe it is important to create more collaborative, low-pressure social spaces, particularly in Term 1, where members, both at UCL and across different branches, can connect and feel comfortable voicing concerns. If elected, I will prioritise accessibility in our events and initiatives so that all members, regardless of background, feel welcomed and able to participate meaningfully in this community.