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SDG #16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
In the second piece of our Sustainable Development Goals series, I will introduce you to Goal #16 - Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, UCL's take on establishing a just society, and some of our many community partners that work towards a just, and peaceful society.
Referendum: UCU Strike Action
The Results:Should the Students' Union support the UCU strikes of 2021?
Our response to UCL's Stonewall decision
UCL have confirmed they will not re-join Stonewall’s Diversity Champions scheme or make a submission to the Workplace Equality Index.
Season's Greetings
Union Executive Meeting: Updates
On Monday 13 December we had a meeting of Union Executive to consider all of your ideas that had been submitted and debated at our Policy zones and to make them formal Union policy. This week we had policies primarily from the Welfare and Community Zone and Activities Zone, an amendment to governing documents and a call for a referendum on strikes.
Definitive list of Christmas movies to watch if you're a UCL student
Written by Isabelle Osbourne, Third year BA English
Volunteering with Afghan refugees: "it is always the highlight of my week to be part of such a warm, welcoming community."
Two teams of UCL student volunteers have been making a big difference through their work with newly arrived Afghan refugees living in temporary accommodation in Camden.
The Leadership Race 2026
17,007 voters made sure student life is student-ledStudent life is shaped by the students who lead. Who they are is up to you.
The best supermarkets around campus
Written by Vaania Achuthan, BSc Politics and International Relations
Organisation Story: Talking About Our Generations
Emma, Program Leader at Talking About Our Generations talks about the organisation’s experience at the CRIS Research Consultancy Clinic.What’s your name and where do you work?
Collaborating Department Highlight: MA Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights
Dr Rosa Maria Mendizabal, from the MA Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights talks about the goals of the program and examples of what students aim to accomplish through their dissertations.
Why we're no longer hosting club nights this week
We have chosen not to host the End of Term Sports Night at Scala and the End of Term event at XOYO on Wednesday 15 December.
Bright Network Society of the Year Award Winner: UCL Cricket Club
UCL Cricket Club have been crowned the Bright Network ‘Wellbeing and Sports Society of the Year’. The award is presented to a club or society that has gone above and beyond to raise awareness for well-being and/or increase participation in physical activity.
Student Space: Things you can do this holiday and where to go if you need help
Our good friends at Student Space have written about the support you can access during the winter holidays.
Elite Athlete Support Programme: Application Criteria
Summer Application Window 2026-27Click here to apply.
Idea & Change Resources
Idea & Change ResourcesAre you ready to get started on your campaign? You might be feeling a little unsure about where to start. We've put together a toolkit that will help you understand the basics of campaigning and provide a good starting point for planning your campaign.
Campaigns
Can you think of a way to make UCL life better for everyone? The Union is here to make sure that your voice is heard.
Students' Union UCL Brand
Quick reference guides, downloadable assets, sub-brand directories (coming soon), design request form and templates:
Sustainability
Keep yourself warm, not the planet.
Our guide to festive volunteering
'Tis the season to volunteer! It’s already a special time of year, but there’s something else that could make it even more special - giving your time to help some wonderful community organisations and charities who’d really appreciate your support.