My Manifesto

Together we can shape BU to support our communities, our mental health, and the future of our planet.

My name is Natalie, and I’m running to be your Vice-President Welfare and Community.

1. SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE More than 80% of young people believe they can make a difference on climate change. At BU we can work together to fight the climate emergency before it becomes too late.

I pledge to;

• Demand BU signs the Fossil Fuel Declaration – a public commitment to never invest in fossil fuels.
• Reduce the amount of single use plastics sold on campus.
• Provide more accessible information on sustainability tailored to BU students.
• Plant more greenery on Talbot campus – building rooftop gardens and sedum roofs to reduce negative spaces and benefit the environment.
• Endeavour towards making SUBU Summer Ball carbon neutral.

2. MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS AND SUPPORT The number of students dropping out due to mental health problems have more than trebled – with one in five students having a current mental health diagnosis. I pledge to;

• Increase ‘mental health awareness day’ to a termly event.
• Provide easier access to support for students of all levels – particularly in exam season.
• Bring emotional support animals to campus termly and more frequently leading up to exams.

3. COMMUNITY Our BU experiences wholly revolve around communities and it’s crucial that we can maintain them. I pledge to;

• Increase housing support – ensuring all students know where and how they can receive free advice year-round.
• Continue current liberation campaigns to challenge discrimination, create a sense of belonging and ensure students have a safe space.
• Provide free bus services between Talbot and Lansdowne campuses for events


You won’t find anyone as passionate and dedicated as me.

Vote Natalie for VP Welfare and Community.



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