Here's what I've been up to!
May Report
With the start of the exam season, I have been helping students with their individual needs regarding reasonable adjustments. Therefore, I have also been in constant contact with the UCL Inclusive Environments and Libraries Team to create more inclusive study spaces on campus, tackling with some barriers the construction creates. I am also working closely with our Commercial Team to make our outlets more study-friendly to open up more study spots. Alongside my assigned policies (UCL East shuttle bus and Active Bystander training being the priorities), I have also been working to launch a new platform focused on intersectionality within our all Student Network members for the next academic year which will strengthen the communication between the network leaders as well as the members.
How have I communicated with students in the past fortnight?
As part of our work in Project Period (PP), Rachel and I worked with the Comms team to release a PP article and an Instagram post!
My Priorities
- Students are confident in connecting with each other and support one another to feel safe, reassured and inspired.
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Currently working with our Representation and Democracy teams to launch a new Networks Intersectionality Forum.
- 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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I am working on the Active Bystander- Student Leaders policy.
- Students have an equitable experience in a united and inclusive community, regardless of where they are based and from.
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Rachel and I have been working vigorously on the UCL East shuttle bus/ transport links project. We are now taking steps forward with TfL to explore a future partnership regarding a Santander bikes cycling scheme.
Meetings & Outcomes
- Union meetings attended and main outcomes
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After my meeting with the Representation and Democracy Team, we started the foundation of the Networks Intersectionality Forum.
- UCL meetings attended and main outcomes
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Education Committee: Gave feedback to the new Education Media Recording Policy voicing some concerns from the Disabled Students' Network.
Student Partnerships Committee: Discussed matters about UCL East, Project Period, and Study Disruptions in Libraries.
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 |
| 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 |
These voting records were last updated on 4 March 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 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.