Candidate for the position of LGBT+ Representative (BL)

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Amelia Jones

 

Vote Amelia for 

LGBT+ Rep 

Passionate about improving the lives of LGBT+ people at Barts and in 

general 

Secretary of BL LGBT+ Soc (2020-21) 

Treasurer of Sustain@BL (2020-21) 

Barts representative on QM Sustainability Board (2020-21) 

Lead volunteer at local HIV charity Positive East (from 2018) 

 

Improving LGBT+ awareness and education: 

I will work with staff to improve teaching about gender and sexuality, including promoting inclusive language in clinical skills. 

 

Increasing accessibility: 

I will ensure there is a wide range of LGBT+ events on offer, including for those that don't want to drink alcohol. 

 

LGBT+ History Month & Pride Week: 

I will continue and improve our fantastic pride week and LGBT+ history month events, collaborating with the QM rep to ensure events do not clash. 

 

LGBT+ inclusion in other events / themed weeks: 

I will engage with the welfare team during SHAG week to run events for LGBT+ students. I will also collaborate with local LGBT+ organisations to provide opportunities for Barts students to get more involved with the local queer community. 

 

COVID: 

I will keep in mind that many of this year’s new students may not have been able to attend any in-person events yet, ensuring events are welcoming to all. 

 

Promoting intersectionality: 

I will work with BAME, women's, disability and trans reps to develop shared events and ensure that every event is inclusive for all. 

 

Monthly drop-in sessions: 

Your voice matters: I will hold monthly drop-in sessions where you can share any issues you have had whilst at university, or just have a chat!