Candidate for the position of Vice President Liberation, International, and Postgraduates

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Riya Srivastva

I’m Riya Srivastva. Same stress, same visa worries, same dreams. But as a former Student President, I genuinely want to contribute and give back. I’m here to bridge the gap and make sure the Uni creates real opportunities. Let’s do it together!

My Manifesto

VOTE RIYA SRIVASTVA

REAL LEADERSHIP. REAL COMMUNITY.

Vice President of Liberation, International & Postgraduates


👋 WHO AM I?

  • MSc Digital Marketing, School of Business & Management

  • International student (India → London)

  • Former Student President

  • Event host, mentor & active in student life

  • Coffee & Shinchan Coded

I’m a student, just like you --- I understand the experience because I live it.


WHAT I CARE ABOUT

🌍 COMMUNITY THAT WORKS

  • Make existing societies & support spaces easier to access

  • Connect postgrad, international & liberation communities

  • Promote events that give real value (networking, skills, wellbeing)

  • Share clear updates so you don’t miss opportunities

You already belong here. I’ll help you get more from it.


CLEARER CAREER PATHS

  • Highlight UK companies that sponsor visas

  • Share clear, practical guidance on job pathways

  • Work with careers teams to improve targeted support for postgrads

Less confusion. More direction.


📣 YOUR VOICE, HEARD PROPERLY

  • Raise student concerns directly and consistently

  • Push for clear communication from the university

  • Create simple ways for you to share feedback that leads to action

If you speak, it should lead somewhere.


💛 MY APPROACH

  • Friendly, approachable & easy to talk to

  • Honest --- no unrealistic promises

  • Focused on real, practical improvements


We come for growth, opportunity, and community. 
Let’s make that stronger - together.