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Hi! I’m Eda! As your Sabbatical Officer for Equity and Inclusion across the Union, I work full-time to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, providing them with equal opportunities to participate in the Union’s activities. I also work closely with and support the POC Students’, Disabled Students’, LGBQ+, Trans, and Women’s Officers and Networks, advocating for their work and helping these networks become thriving, active, and democratic communities. I represent your interests at all of the Policy Zones and the Union Executive as a voting Member. |
What matters to me?
Check out my priorities below about some of the work I’ve been doing and things I’m passionate about!
My Priorities
- Students are confident in connecting with each other and support one another to feel safe, reassured and inspired.
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My biggest project for the next year, the Intersectionality Forum, is a work-in-progress. We will be having the forum twice a term, bringing all the Network leaders and members together to work on intersectionality on campus together. This will not only strengthen my communication with the Liberation Officers and the Networks, but also create a space for us to address intersectionality (discussing issues, planning events, potential collars, etc.)
- Students can be proud and accepted for who they are in a safe community with a high level of cultural understanding.
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Our Advice Service, Societies, and Democracy Teams are working alongside me and Ana in delivering the Active Bystander Training to our incoming student leaders.
- Students have an equitable experience in a united and inclusive community, regardless of where they are based and from.
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After months of liaising, Rachel and I received the funding for a trial month for the UCL East Shuttle Bus Project which will likely to kick off in the month of October.
Sabbatical Officer Reports
Our Sabbatical Officers create a report every two weeks to inform our members. They believe that keeping everyone in the loop can foster a lively, supportive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to participate and share their ideas. These updates are a great way for them to share what's been happening, from their current projects to collaborations with different student groups, academic departments, and community organizations.
In each report, you can expect to find insights into the challenges they are tackling, the solutions they are implementing, and the positive impacts these efforts have on student life. From supporting engaging events and workshops to launching new programs that promote well-being and academic success, their initiatives are designed to enhance the overall campus experience.
- View Eda's Reports Here
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Equity & Inclusion Officer - October Report
Equity & Inclusion Officer - November Report 1
Equity & Inclusion Officer - November Report 2
Equity & Inclusion Officer - December Report
Equity & Inclusion Officer - January Report
Equity & Inclusion Officer - February Report 1
Equity & Inclusion Officer - February Report 2
Equity & Inclusion Officer - March Report
Equity & Inclusion Officer - April Report
Voting Record
As democratic leaders, all Sabbatical Officers must maintain transparency in their work. Below is a record of the voting on policies introduced during the academic year 2024-2025 and how Eda has voted. Please note that Sabbatical Officers do not participate in all Zones and, therefore, do not vote on every policy.
| Policy Zone Votes | Zone | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| The Union should lobby UCL to expand Project Period into a university-wide initiative | WCZ | For |
| The Union should create a "Commuters' officer" role | WCZ | For |
| Change to the Structure of the Sports Rep System | AZ | Abstain |
| Ban fossil fuel companies from sponsoring clubs and societies | AZ | Abstain |
| Improved transport links for UCL East students | WCZ | For |
| Active Bystander & Consent Training | AZ | For |
| The Union should internally regulate all media societies via the IPSO code | AZ | For |
| The Union should support the Fossil Free Careers Campaign | EZ | For |
| Lobby UCL to conduct an institution-wide review of academic curriculums for inclusivity and gender equity | EZ | For |
| Use of Amazon Vouchers and Products | WCZ | Absent |
| Supporting Students in Sex Work | WCZ | Absent |
| The Union should commit to formalizing the implementation of the Sustainability Council and addressing the climate emergency across the Union’s work | WCZ | Absent |
| The Union Should Cut Ties With Environmentally And Socially Harmful Banks | WCZ | Absent |
| Union to Lobby UCL for a Firm Stance Against Staff Misconduct & Strengthened Protection for Students. | WCZ | Absent |
| Union to Lobby UCL for Transparent, Survivor-Centred Improvements to the "Report and Support" System through Formal Student Consultation | WCZ | Absent |
| Union Executive Votes | Type of Vote | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| The Union should lobby UCL to expand Project Period into a university-wide initiative | Ratification | For |
| International Student Officer to have Membership of All Zones & Union Executive | Ratification | For |
| The Union should create a "Commuters' officer" role | Amendment to Governing Document | For |
| Change to the Structure of the Sports Rep System | Amendment to Governing Document | For |
| Active Bystander and Consent Training | Ratification | For |
| The Union should internally regulate all media societies via the IP | Ratification | For |
| Ban fossil fuel companies from sponsoring clubs and societies | Ratification | For |
| Lobby for UCL-Wide Review of Academic Curriculums for Inclusivity and Gender Equity | Ratification | For |
| Support the Fossils Free Careers Campaign | Ratification | For |
| Improved transport links for UCL East students | Ratification | For |
| Explaining the History of Phineas Bar | Policy | For |
| Rename LGBQ+ Officer to LGBTQ+ Officer | Amendment to Governing Document | For |
| All activities zone reps to be elected in March Elections, leaving some positions to be elected for Term 1 | Amendment to Governing Document | For |
| Bye-Laws Tidy Up | Amendment to Governing Document | For |
| Use of Amazon Vouchers and Products | Ratification | For |
| Union to Lobby UCL for Transparent, Survivor-Centred Improvements to the "Report and Support" System through Formal Student Consultation | Ratification | For |
| Union to Lobby UCL for Accountability, Transparency, and Ongoing Protection in Staff Misconduct Policies | Ratification | For |
| Supporting Students in Sex Work | Ratification | For |
| The Union should commit to formalizing the implementation of the Sustainability Council and addressing the climate emergency across the Union’s work | Ratification | For |
| The Union Should Cut Ties With Environmentally And Socially Harmful Banks | Ratification | For |
These voting records were last updated on 4 June 2025.
Meetings & Committees I attend:
- Activities Zone.
- Education Zone.
- Welfare and Community Zone.
- Union Executive.
- Board of Trustees and committees.
- UCL Academic Committee.
- UCL Education Committee
- UCL Student Partnership Committee.
- UCL East Student Experience Board
- UCL Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee.
- UCL East Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee.
- UCL Equality Monitoring and Advancement Group.
- UCL Inclusive Environments Sub-Committee
- UCL Student Access & Success Committee.
- UCL East Access & Widening Participation Board.
- UCL Religion & Belief Working Group.