Spring Elections Candidate Manifestos 2023

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Elections
explained
Your Students’ Union holds elections in order to
allow you to choose your student leaders for
the next academic year. There are seven fulltime
Sabbatical Trustees who will work on a fulltime
basis, taking a break from their studies or
immediately after graduation, and ten part-time
Campaign Officers who will work on a voluntary
basis alongside their studies. They are your voice
and act as your representatives in the SU, University,
and wider community, fighting for you on an
institutional, local and national level.
Candidates produce manifestos that contain the
ideas and principles of their campaigns. When
you’re reading these, ask yourself if they display
the priorities as well as the key creative and
communication skills that you would like to see in
someone who is representing you and your needs.

Why vote?
Simply put: As a student or postgraduate researcher at
Cardiff University you will be affected by the decisions made
by those elected. By voting, you have the opportunity to vote
for the things that you want developed and improved in both
the University and the Students’ Union.
Every single student at Cardiff University is entitled and
encouraged to vote in the Students’ Union elections. It doesn’t
matter if you are a home or international student, full-time or
part-time student, an undergraduate, postgraduate taught
student or a postgraduate researcher. Your vote matters.
As George Jean Nathan famously said: ‘Bad officials are
elected by good citizens who do not vote’.
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Full-Time
Sabbatical
Trustees
(Seven different positions available). These positions are
taken up from July 1st until June the following year. These
positions are full-time jobs so students have to take a year
out during their time in office, unless they are graduating the
same year.
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SABBATICAL CANDIDATES
SU President
Angie Flores Acuña
Jake Enea
Liv Evans
Shreshth Goel
Talha Harari
VP Heath Park Campus
(Education & Welfare)
Alex Meers
VP Postgraduate Students
(Education & Welfare)
Harry Hiscox
Md Akib Al Jawad Arnob
Megha Roy
Micaela Panes
Muhammad Usman
Sagar Sachan
VP Societies and
Volunteering
Jess Feeney
Ki Wodehouse
Madison Hutchinson
Nodie Caple-Faye
VP Sports and
Athletic Union President
Alex Aitken
Ffion Hewlett
Georgia Spry
Sean Strong
Victor Wendling
VP Undergraduate Students
(Education & Welfare)
Chris Diamond
Emily Carr
George Phillips
Noah Russell
Rebecca Case
VP Welsh Language,
Community and Culture
Deio Owen

Students’
Union President
The Students’ Union President leads the Sabbatical Trustee team and the
SU. They act as the key link to the University Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Vice
Chancellors, Council, and Senate, as well as the National Union of Students
and other key stakeholders.
The role of the President includes acting as the chair of the Board of Directors
and Trustees, along with being responsible for the financial position and
performance of the Students’ Union. This is a full-time, paid role.
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ANGIE
FLORES 4
PRESIDENT
CARDIFF STUDENTS' UNION
REFUNDS FOR STRIKES
TACKLE HOUSING CRISIS
COST OF LIVING PAYMENTS
SCAN HERE
ABOLISH CIRCUIT LAUNDRY
AFFORDABLE TRANSPORT
SU ROOFTOP GARDEN-BAR
CHAMPION YOUR STUDENT VOICE
MOTHER OF
PADFOOT
FOR REAL CHANGE
VOTE HERE
MY SOCIALS
MY WORK
FULL MANIFESTO
YOUR CURRENT VICE-PRESIDENT
POSTGRADUATE REPRESENTING
YOUR EDUCATION
GO WITH THE FLO!
PUT 1 ON ANGIE

Jake Enea
My name is Jake Enea. I’m running for SU president.
As a SU president candidate I believe it’s time to have a SU president who will
represent and engage all students.
1. Deliver a petition the Welsh Government demanding they consider putting
mandatory refunds equivalent to the amount of days missed due to strikes.
2. Work with Cardiff Nightclubs to ensure the safety of all Cardiff Students. I’ll propose
a policy which will introduce a ban for the rest of the academic year from all night
clubs if a student misbehaves. This will protect women and those student who go out
without the intent to cause trouble.
3. I’ll introduce a spiking awareness week at the SU and continue to work with South
Wales police.
4. I will run the SU fairly and neutrally. I will introduce guest speakers from a variety of
backgrounds and political ideologies . I will always encourage a fair and open debate.
Freedom of speech must a priority in any Russel Group University.
5. I will introduce cheaper spirts at Y plas and I will work with the Students Union to
introduce a Friday Night at Y plas for students to enjoy.
I’m a fresh face who has served under the student senate in the last few months. I can
see that the SU needs a fresh start in order to thrive.
Make your decision…
Vote for the same faces or vote in someone who will enact change.
That person is me.

#LivLaughLove
VOTE LIV TO
#LIVLAUGHLOVE IN YOUR
UNIVERSITY CONDITIONS
Hi everyone, my name is Liv and you may recognise me as the current VP Sports
& AU President, But now it is time for #LIVLAUGHLOVE p.2!
As your AU president I strove to provide you all with better sports facilities, low
cost sports, an accessible and diverse sporting atmosphere at Cardiff
but this time i want to enact change on a bigger scale by helping you all
#livlaughlove in your university conditions as Students' Union President
Support students through cost of living
Turn student kitchen into a community kitchen
Improve student experience in our venues
monthly swap shops in SU
Weekly drop in sessions with student advice and money
online student affordable recipe sharing
Ensure Welfare remains a priority
INtroduce mandatory consent training
CONTINUE THERAPY DOGS AT CATHAYS AND HEATH
GIVE OUT FREE PREGNANCY TESTS
improving transparency of su
MOnthly elected officer forums
ensure agm happens first time round
more welsh language equality in communications
weekly full building YOLO
freeze vk prices
MORE VK VENDING MACHINES
INTRODUCE MEAT FREE MONDAYS TO THE TAF
supporting clubs and societies
lobby university for better indoor sports facilities
Late entry into yolo for clubs and societies
with late home or away competition
get climbing wall in su
university reform
Improve CSL Opening hours and lobby for
better use of abandonned space
improve support for international
students
lobby for more gender neutral provisions across campus
Liv Evans 4 SU President

Talha Harari
My name is Talha Harari, and I am a first-year electronic and electrical engineering
student at Cardiff University. As a student at this prestigious university, I believe I have
the necessary skills, experience, and passion to make a difference as the student union
president. I am committed to providing the student body with the resources they need
to succeed. This includes providing tutoring services and study spaces, and hosting
events and workshops to help students reach their goals. I also believe in the
importance of creating an inclusive and diverse environment, where all students have
a voice and their opinions are taken into account. I understand the importance of
creating a strong sense of community within the student body. To this end, I will strive
to create more opportunities for students to engage with one another, both in person
and online. I will also work to bridge the gap between students and staff, creating an
environment where students are comfortable approaching staff members for
assistance. I believe that I am the best candidate for the position of student union
president. I am passionate about the student body’s well-being, and I have the skills
and experience necessary to ensure that the Cardiff University student union is a safe
and welcoming environment for all its members. I am confident that I can make a
positive difference to the student body and create a better future for all students at
Cardiff University.

VP Heath
Park Campus
(Education & Welfare)
The VP Heath Park Campus (Education & Welfare) is responsible for
representing and championing the voice of Heath Park students.
This will include being the primary contact for the Students’ Union at the
Heath Park Campus, maintaining relationships with partners including the
University Hospital Health Board, and supporting the development of the
Students’ Union offering at the Heath. This is a full-time, paid role.
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VP
Postgraduate
Students
(Education & Welfare)
The VP Postgraduate Students (Education & Welfare) is responsible for
representing and championing the voice of Postgraduate students.
This will include maintaining relationships with key University stakeholders
and the Postgraduate College Deans, overseeing the Postgraduate
Association, and campaigning to improve the university experience of
both postgraduate taught and postgraduate research students. This is a
full-time, paid role.
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Vote
AKIB AL
JAWAD ARNOB
#1
for
VP Postgraduate
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Commitments
Vote Arnob
Ensuring placement opportunities through collaboration with local
businesses and university authorities
Better accommodation for safe, affordable, and comfortable living
conditions
Promotion of new graduate programs, internships, and career services
Increased student engagement and community building
Advocacy for student interests and concerns in university decision
making processes
Ensuring on-campus facilities to enhance the learning experience and
foster academic excellence and personal growth for all students
Vote From March 6th - March 10th

Megha Roy
I am Megha Roy your International student officer from 2020 and a current Masters's
student pursuing International Journalism.
My manifesto focuses on seven key areas:
First, I will work to improve the Extenuating Circumstances policy to ensure that
postgraduate students have the support they need during difficult times.
Second, I will strive to improve the living conditions in student housing in Cardiff. I will
work to ensure that accommodation is available and accessible for all postgraduate
students and that the living conditions are up to standard.
Third, I will work to improve the Postgraduate Research (PGR) students' expenses claim
system to make it more efficient and user-friendly.
Fourth, I will work to get PhD engraved plaques in Love Cardiff to recognize the hard
work and achievements of our postgraduates.
Fifth, I will work to strengthen the engagement with Student Reps and College Forums
to ensure that postgraduates' voices are represented.
Sixth, I will strive to strengthen the postgraduate community by creating opportunities
for postgraduates to get involved in university life, such as extracurricular activities,
societies, and volunteer work.
Seventh, I will review and enhance the Cardiff University Postgraduate Survey (CUPTS)
to ensure that the university is effectively addressing the needs and concerns of
postgraduate students.
I am determined to work for the betterment of postgraduate students and will put in
all my efforts to make sure that their voices s are heard and acted upon. Together, we
can create a stronger, more inclusive, and more equitable university community for
postgraduates.

Vote
@Dwi_Micaela
@Micaela_4_VPPostgrad
Micaela Panes
VP Postgrad
Tuition fee refunds for lost
contact due to strikes.
Greater info and support
for transitioning from UG
to PG.
Lobby to extend Alumni
Discount to PG research.
#NoPanesNoGains
Lobby for greater housing
and cost-of-living support
from the University and
Government.
Campaign for greater
accessibility & bursaries
for postgrad study.
Continue the fight for fair
and clear PGR contracts.
Improve the postgrad
study space and extend
its opening hours.

VOTE FOR MUHAMMAD USMAN
VP-POSTGRADUATE WELFARE
INCLUSIVITY
Conducting informal networking interaction among students
on a regular basis.
Providing mental health space in different parts of the Uni.
Closely working with Minority Ethnicity, LGBTQ+, Disabled
and Marginalised gender.
Fair representation of all student populations in the decision
making process.
EDUCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY
Increase tutor/student contact through online hubs.
Making student council Accessible and Accountable.
Making scholarships, bursaries and accommodation options
more accessible.
Flexibility in module selection.
Taking feedback and suggestions on a regular basis.
Forum to report topics of interest for the course curriculum.
WELFARE & SUPPORT
Providing assistance and guidance on increasing cost of living and
finances.
Increased support for field relevant and on-campus part time jobs.
Making Student Connect more accessible.
Increase support for graduates, more visibility and events for the
career service.
SUSTAINABILITY & ECO
FRIENDLY
Collaborating with Ethical and Environmental Officers to
increase more awareness on sustainable choices and importance.
Encourage students to participate in Environmental Campaigns.
Lobbying and pushing the student union and university towards
further Sustainability and partnering with sustainable
organisations.
SCAN ME TO
VOTE FOR ME

vote
#1 VP POSTGRADUATE
vote to
POSTGRAD EDUCATION
ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL
EMPOWER
POSTGRADUATE
VOICE
cardiffstudents.com/elections
VOTING OPENS
6TH TO 10th March
INCREASE IN EMPLOYMENT
AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
REFORMING SUPERVISION
AND GUIDANCE AVAILABLE
POSTGRAD EDUCATION
ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL
INCREASE MENTAL HEALTH
RESOURCES
ENCOURAGING COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
#SagarForVPPostgraduate
vote.sagarvpcardiff

VP Societies
and
Volunteering
The VP Societies and Volunteering champions societies, volunteering
opportunities and student-led activities within the Union, University,
and local community. They are responsible for allocating budgets to
our societies, and it is their role to represent the views of our diverse
membership of over 200 affiliated groups and 8,000 members.
They help to ensure the SU continues to develop its support for societies
and ensure that students as members and leaders have access to high
quality opportunities. This is a full-time, paid role.
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Vote Madison for VP
Societies
and Volunteering
Shwmae! My
name is Madison
Hutchinson and
i’m running to be
your next VP
Societies and
Volunteering. I
am currently a
third year Human
Geography and
Planning student
#MAD4MADS
I am the
President of the
Cardiff Uni Boob
Team and the
Vice President of
the GeoPlan
society. This year
I have also sat on
both the societies
and volunteering
executive
committee!
#MAD4MADS
Ensure a smooth transition to the new tier system for all committees through
regular drop-in meetings and termly president meetings
Support committees to develop key sponsorship deals with local businesses
Deliver detailed training to all committee members, with a particular focus on
wellbeing, opening this training up to IMG teams
Work closely alongside VP Postgrad and VP Heath Park to improve the overall
student experience of societies here at Cardiff
Increase promotion and participation in volunteering and RAG (Raise and
Give) programs
Continue the amazing Culture Cwtch and Pride Showcase
and introduce an International Women’s Day event
Work to make grants more widely available
@MADISON4VPSOCS

VOTE
NODIE #1 4
VICE PRESIDENT
SOCIEITIES
AND VOLUNTEERING!
STUDENTS ON PLACEMENT- SOCIEITY
FOR ONLINE SOCIAL EVENTS.
ACCESSIBLE QUIET TIME FOR FIRST 2 HRS OF
SOCIETIES FAYRE.
SEE MORE
MANIFESTO POINTS ON
INSTAGRAM
SMALL SOCIETIES FOR NICHE INTERESTS.
START-UP FUNDS FOR NEW SOCIETIES.
PROMOTE VOLUNTEERING - WITH MINI
EVENTS.
ACCESSIBLE QUIET TIME FOR FIRST 2 HRS OF
SOCIETIES MORE ADVERTISING FAYRE. FOR SOCEITIES AND
VOLUNTEERING!
AS A LGBTQ+ OFFICER, PAST WELCOME TEAM MEMBER,
PRESIDENT OF QUADBALL, STARTING UP SOCIETIES AND
KNOWING THE PITFALLS, I HAVE THE EXPERIENCE FOR THE
JOB. I HAVE YEARS VOLUNTEERING AND ORGANISING IN MY
WHEELHOUSE.

VP Sports
and Athletic
Union President
The VP Sports and AU President champions sport within the Union,
University, and local community. It’s their role to represent students who
play both competitive and participation sports to both the University
and the Union. They are also the key liaison Sabbatical Trustee with the
University Sports Department, as well as working with the student-led
sports clubs to assist them in their development.
Essentially, the VP Sports is here to promote health and fitness and to
inspire more students to play sport at Cardiff University. This is a full-time,
paid role.
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Athletic Union
President
Alex Aitken
As the potential Athletic Union President, I am passionate about creating a
vibrant and inclusive athletic community for all students. As an active
member of the athletic community myself, I understand the importance of
creating a space where everyone feels valued and supported, no matter
their athletic abilities.
My main focus as president will be to increase student involvement and
engagement within the athletic community. This can be achieved by offering
a diverse range of sports and events, as well as providing opportunities for
all students to get involved, regardless of their athletic background. I also
believe in promoting healthy competition and creating a supportive
environment where students can challenge themselves and improve their
skills.
I will work to ensure funding for BUCS events is fairly shared between
everyone, including form those who only go to BUCS Championship events,
and ensure that all sports are affordable for anyone who wants to take part.
I recognize the importance of promoting a positive and inclusive
atmosphere within the athletic community. As president, I will work to
eliminate any form of discrimination and promote a culture of inclusivity,
respect, and equality for all students.
My goal as Athletic Union President is to create a dynamic and inclusive
athletic community where all students can get involved, improve their skills,
and have a positive and memorable experience. With my passion for sports
and commitment to creating a welcoming environment, I believe I have the
skills and drive to make a meaningful impact in this role.

VOTE
FFION HEWLETT
For VP Sport and AU President
Monthly
memberships and AU
member discounts
Increased opening
hours and more S&C
slots
Improve the
support for IMG
and Non-BUCS
teams
Support new and
smaller clubs to
grow sustainably,
increasing variety
and inclusion
Promote the role of
sports on mental
and physical health
GYM
ACCESSIBILITY
SUPPORT
GROWTH
HEALTH
VOTE
FFIHEW4YOU
VOTE
FFIHEW4YOU
FOOD VAN
COMMUNICATION
INCLUSIVITY
AND EQUALITY
Introduce a healthy
food van at
Llanrumney on
Wednesdays for
Post match refuels
PRE YOLO!
Increase
communication
between the AU,
club committees
and CU Sport
Continue to
improve Inclusivity
and Equality
throughout the AU
and it clubs
To find out more about me and why im running check out my Instagram!

Vote for a #STRONGAU and we will
be #STRONGerTogether
VP SPORT AND AU PRESIDENT 2023/24
VOTE SEAN STRONG
Why Me?
Knowledge and involvment in sports at 3
institutions (UG, PGT, PGR).
Won £1,000s in funding grants.
Sports Leadership: captaincies and
committee roles, 2013-2023.
A true representation of inclusivity in
sports.
@STRONG4VPSPORT
Main Manifesto Points
Development
Programs at Player
+ Club Level
Better Injury
Treatment
Development of
Facilities +
Transport
Monthly + Summer
Gym Memberships
Sport For All:
Inclusivity and
Accessibility
Maintain + Expand
'Get Home Safe'
Schemes for ALL
Reduced SU Queues
+ NO Queues for
Away Teams
Vote Here
Dedicated Sports
Mental Health

VOTE4VIC
FOR VP SPORTS AND ATHLETIC UNION PRESIDENT
About Me
Hi, I’m Victor and I would love to
become your next VP Sports and AU
President. My life has always been
centered around sports, through my
degree in sports and exercise
physiotherapy and my passion for the
many sports I have played in my life
Experience
I have experience in leading a medical
department of a professional
womens football team and learned to
use this experience as team leader
and communication skills to lead fairly
and effectively, to take important
decisions and to listen to all involved
voices and parties. As president of
American Football and through sitting
on the student senate I have been able
to learn the functioning and operating
of the AU. I hope to use these skills,
experience I have gathered through
the years, and my love of sports, to
help every student to live the best
sports experience they can at
Cardiff University
Contact
@vic4vpsports
MANIFESTO POINTS
1) Free medical support
center
2) Work as intermediate
with sponsors
3) More support for
committees
4) Improve equality and
diversity
5) Discounted gym for
AU members
6) YOLO queue solution
7) More Social Media
exposure for clubs
8) Safer nightlife
measures

VP
Undergraduate
Students
(Education & Welfare)
The VP Undergraduate Students (Education & Welfare) is responsible for
representing and championing the voice of Undergraduate students.
This will include maintaining relationships with key University stakeholders
and Undergraduate College Deans, supporting on various student voice
initiatives, and campaigning to improve the experience of undergraduate
students.
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VOTE NOAH RUSSELL
FOR
VP UNDERGRADUATE
Fuck the bare minimum
a vote for NOAH is a vote for:
Testing your gear for free at the SU
Making Cardiff a greener University
Free STI kits on campus
A new blended learning framework
Mental health and wellbeing support
Lower international student fees
and much
more to be found on my manifesto
10% of my salary to Cardiff Food Bank
in light of the Cost of Living Crisis

Vote
REBECCA CASE
VP Undergraduate
Education & Welfare
Sustainability
Recycling event: what if students
were able to donate kitchenware,
furniture, and other home goods to
be passed onto incoming first-years
or other students new to the
University?
Mental Health
• Remove cap on Counselling
and Well-being appointments.
• Financial aid for counselling
outside of University.
• Tiered system for extenuating
circumstances: students
should have the option to
request an extension for 1, 2,
or 3 weeks.
Inclusivity
• All students should have the option to
speak their preferred language in
formal academic meetings and be
provided a translation service if
necessary.
• Better visa support – International
Student Support should always have
a member of staff in person and on
duty available for distressed students
and urgent visa advice.
Voting Opens 6 th to
10 th March
See my experience & ideas at IG: VoteRC4vp
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VP Welsh
Language,
Community
and Culture
The VP Welsh Language, Community and Culture will be responsible for
representing Welsh students, students who speak Welsh, and students
who identify with the Welsh culture.
The role will also be responsible for leading the growth and development
of UMCC (the Welsh Students’ Union within Cardiff Students’ Union) and
promoting the community and culture of Wales to all students.
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Part-Time
Campaign
Officers
(Ten different positions available). These positions are taken
up at the beginning of July for the duration of the following
academic year (2023/2024) and are carried out alongside
their studies.
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CAMPAIGN OFFICER CANDIDATES
Black and Ethnic
Minorities Officer
Abu Chowdhury
Grace Wairimu Munyiri
Umar Shahid
Ethical and
Environmental Officer
Konstantinos Hadjigregoriades
Trystan Gwennap
International
Students’ Officer
Divyabharathy Udhayasoorian
Nathan Mintz
LGBTQ+ Officer
Matilda Durant
Mature Students’ Officer
Sweezel D Souza
Mental Health Officer
Alix Clark
Emma Matthews
Olivia Scott
Rebecca Hardy
Zohaib Tahir
Students Parents
& Carers Officer
Finnerty Templeman
Students with
Disabilities Officer
Hanna Pageau
Women’s Officer
Daisy Tipping
Sharon Ng’ang’a

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Abu Chowdhury for Black and
Ethnic Minorities Officer
Good day!
I am Abu Chowdhury, a student of MSc Electrical Energy Systems
and have my B Eng. Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree
from School of Engineering, CU (Cardiff University). I love playing
music instrument, Hindi movies, and Bengali songs. As I belong to
the same ethnic background which I wanted to work for given me a
leading edge to understand our strengths and challenges. This will
be my driving fuel if I have this office to serve you. I am a UK (United
Kingdom) national and Wales resident. As a result, I have the
adaptation to deal between you, University authority and
government organizations. Honestly, I will be by your side but will
play my role to get things for you for sure.
You can consider my candidature for below mentioned reason:
1. I will register your request and act on it promptly.
2. Make it sure that cultural events are more diversified to
accommodate us.
3. Will work on job placements and professional learnings.
4. Will work on ensuring your health, wellbeing, and sports related
rights
5. Form helps for your continued education and future progress.
6. Work on organizing ethnic minority groups.
7. Your voice will be heard during my tenure is guaranteed.

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Grace Munyiri
As a postgraduate international student at Cardiff University, I understand the importance of
representation and inclusivity in higher education. I am passionate about creating a safe and
welcoming environment for all students, regardless of their background.
As your Black and Ethnic Minorities Officer, I promise to:
1. Be an active listener: I will actively listen to the concerns and needs of black and ethnic minority
students and work to address them.
2. Promote Diversity and Inclusion: I will work to promote a culture of diversity and inclusivity by
organizing events and workshops to raise awareness and educate students.
3. Representation: I will ensure that the voices and perspectives of black and ethnic minority students
are heard and represented in all University committees and discussions.
4. Collaboration: I will work with student organizations and other relevant stakeholders to create a
supportive network for black and ethnic minority students.
5. Accessibility: I will work to make resources and opportunities accessible to all students, regardless
of their background.
6. Student Support: I will provide support and guidance to black and ethnic minority students
who need assistance with academic or personal issues.
I am committed to advocating for the rights and needs of black and ethnic minority students. I
believe that through collaboration and open communication, we can create a more inclusive and
diverse community at Cardiff University

VOTE
KONSTANTINOS
HADJIGREGORIADES
ENVIRONMENT AND
ETHICS OFFICER
As a candidate for Environment and Ethics Officer, I am passionate about
creating a better future for our planet. My aim is to work closely with the
student body, university administration, and local organizations to
implement sustainable and ethical initiatives that will have a lasting impact.
My plan includes:
• Promoting Sustainability:
I will work to reduce the SU's
carbon footprint by
advocating for waste
reduction and responsible
resource management.
• Education and Awareness:
I will work to raise awareness
about environmental and
ethical issues through events,
workshops, and campaigns.
By educating ourselves, we
can make informed decisions
and take action to create a
better future.
• Student Involvement:
I believe that student
involvement is key to creating
lasting change. I will work to
engage students in
sustainability and ethics
initiatives, giving them the
opportunity to make a real
difference.
• Collaboration:
I will collaborate with local
organizations to create
partnerships and initiatives
that will have a positive
impact on our community and
environment.
@vote4hadjis

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Trystan Gwennap
Hi! I’m Trystan a second year International Relations and Politics student. I’m running
to be your next Ethical and Environmental officer. I’m passionate about the University
being sustainable on both an individual level and as an entity; believing more can be
done to implement systems which facilitate the individual. Alongside the need for
more specific environmental policies to be implemented by the University.
Previously, I’ve advocated for sustainability as a member of my sixth forms ECO Club
then subsequently been the President of the Sustainable Fashion Society. Separately, I
have been on NCS’s National Youth Board, representing a wide range of individuals;
now I’m the Small Events Co-ordinator for Give It A Go.
If elected, I would focus on:
• The excess consumption of costumes surrounding club socials. I will advocate
for the implementation of a circular borrowing system, allowing for individuals to
donate old costumes from prior socials and then borrow costumes for their next.
• The decarbonisation and reduction of food waste I will lobby for the University
to be more specific when talking about their support of food charities asking for
specified action within their policies. I will spread awareness of methods students can
use to combat food waste, whilst striving to create connections between local food
producers and the Students Union allowing for movement towards the
decarbonisation of food, through means such as a student-led food co-op.
• I would advocate for motions moving towards net-zero carbon emissions by
2030, supporting previous motions whilst supporting future, more ambitious motions.

Divyabharathy Udhayasoorian
Hello , myself divyabharathy pursuing full-time master in msc clinical
optometry at Cardiff University. I am a international student. I would like to
promote positive attitudes from students and families towards education to
ensure students benefit fully from the opportunities available to them. To
provide intervention strategies to students who experience barriers to their
learning. Also I will support to promote high attendance and other positive
behaviours for learning. I will support and serves as the primary advisor to
international students including accomodation, information reg funding,
scholarship and employment. Thank you so much.

If elected I will campaign on the following items:
An improved support system for international students facing
difficulties with the visa process.
Support on how to navigate through the cost of living crisis as
an international student and how to manage finances while
living in a different country.
Improved assistance for those struggling to integrate and make
new friends while being an international student.
Culture Cwtch - An incredible event that I will work hard to
ensure becomes a staple of the Cardiff international
community. I will work to improve the capacity of the Culture
Cwtch as well as encouraging even more participation from
different cultural societies.
Regular events and opportunities that will allow international
students to share aspects of their own culture and learn more
about other cultures.
VOTE
MINTZ

VOTE MATILDA FOR LGBTQ+ OFFICER
I believe that a few changes could create a better environment for all
LGBTQ+ people in Cardiff University.
If elected, I’d advocate for queer people in all university policy
decisions.
The three main changes I’d like to bring about:
EVENTS
WELFARE
1 - Create a queer club night at the Students Union.
Although the Students Union is intended for all students, many
LGBTQ+ students feel a lack of representation in SU nights out.
I’d create a brand new club night, separate from Yolo and Juice,
aimed at LGBTQ+ students.
Hosted by queer performers or djs. It would take place a twice a
semester.
2 - Improved access to welfare services.
Many LGBTQ+ students face challenges with their mental
health and well-being.
I’d improve access to counselling and drop in services for all
students.
I’d also run a series of well-being initiatives, such as craft
afternoons and walks, including specific sessions for LGBTQ+
students.
EDUCATION
3- Improve representation of LGBTQ+ issues and voices in the
curriculum.
Queer people face different challenges, and have different
health outcomes to straight people. I’d push for more LGBTQ+
education in healthcare courses to account for this.
I’d also push for better representation of historical queer
figures in humanities courses.
Let’s push the gay agenda
Any questions, I’d love to chat!
@matilda4lgbtqofficer
CARDIFFSTUDENTS.COM/VOTE
VOTE 10am 6th MARCH - 4pm 10th MARCH

Votes Open:
6th March 10am
Ma
YourMental HealthMatters
1.Mental Health Week
Turn reading week into time for self-care and “replenishing
your batteries” - provided across all courses.
2. The Mental Health Review
An in-depth review of university support, including anonymous
student experiences and an average rating.
3. The Mental Health Index
A review of each school‘s management of mental health,
including anonymous student experiences and an average
rating.
4. Half & Half Scheme
A bursary providing half the cost of neurodivergent
assessment’s, allowing further support and clarity.
5. Improve LGBT+ Support
Improve accessibility and provide a
tab on the intranet especially for
LGBT+ support.
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Hi, I'm Rebecca and I am running for Mental Health Officer,
Rebecca Hardy
I have thoroughly enjoyed being CURRENT MENTAL HEALTH OFFICER this year and
would love to continue.
As students, we are constantly under pressure with assignments, keeping a social life
and maintaining a healthy mind and that's why I propose the following manifesto:
Wellbeing events:
I want to run events every
month to give students a
space to relax, unwind and
enjoy some “me” time.
Drop in sessions:
To offer students the chance
to talk and to suggest the
changes they want to see.
Extenuating
Circumstances:
Lobby the university to
provide check ins when
declarations are made
by students who are
struggling.
Students with
Disabilities:
Work with the University
to provide these
students with the
support that they are
entitled to by DSA.
Student Led Services:
I want to raise awareness
and ensure students make
use of these student run
services.
Counselling services:
I will work to improve wait
times and lift the cap on the
amount of sessions.
We face so many difficulties as students, so let’s work together to make our
mental health better.
For Better Mental Health Vote 4BeccaMentalHealth
What have I done this year:
• Brought you The Big Blues Buster, a day full of
wellbeing activities.
• Worked with MDB Charity to raise awareness of safe
spaces in Cardiff.
• Comprised an amazing team in the Mental Health
Association.
What I am still working on:
• Bringing you more wellbeing events.
• Planning a campaign for better extenuating
circumstances procedures.
• Working with Mental Health services to offer you more
opportunities to get help.

Finnerty Templeman
Hi, my name is Finnerty and I am an undergraduate student in SHARE. I am
also a new mum to my daughter, Lyla. I am running for Student Parent and
Carers officers because I want to ensure we feel as supported as possible
and can gain just as much from our university experience as our peers.
In this role, I will do my best to:
• Make high-quality online resources a standard for modules where
possible. We should never feel as though we must choose between our
studies and our families and distance learning during the pandemic proved
it is possible to access work without always needing to be face-to-face, by
ensuring that material is available online lecturers can ensure that we are
not at a disadvantage when our family commitments must take priority
• Establish a parents and carers society/support group, arrange meet-ups to
interact with other people in a similar position and organise fun activities
both for our children and ourselves
• Make sufficient welfare support available from people with specific
knowledge relevant to the challenges parents and carers may face
Not all parents and carers are the same, we have diverse backgrounds and
circumstances, and I would love the opportunity to help everyone by
listening to your feedback and doing my best to have our voices heard by
the necessary people to implement the changes that people really need.

DAISY TIPPING
WOMENS OFFICER
Hi! I’m Daisy, a passionate and enthusiastic
History and Politics student who has always
had a hands-on, dedicated approach to
intersectional feminism.
Through learning and listening to all students I am confident I will be
able to understand and represent the issues of all women at this
university.
Cardiff is in general, liberal and progressive – many would feel that
there are no issues to be raised or fixed, at least this is what I have
heard. Indeed, the Student Union’s period dignity campaign or the
women-specific support groups suggest this. However, Cardiff
University also had 561 sexual misconduct cases across the 2017-
2020 period, with only 18 students reprimanded. I know from
personal experience, that of my friends and fellow students, that
culture hasn’t changed, and that Cardiff still has more work to do.
I have previous experience working within the Students Union being
the Chair of the SHARE student representatives in which I have been
supporting numerous women-related issues such as lack of or
restricted breastfeeding spaces in John Percival, as well as previous
work supporting women’s campaigns in my previous role as a Youth
Advisor for my local council in which we provided campaigns around
period dignity, street harassment and supporting girls through
schools.
I feel I would be the perfect person to fill the Women’s officer role,
being able to successfully coordinate with the Student’s Union and
University, to lobby for student-specific issues.

SHARON NG'ANG'A FOR
WOMEN'S OFFICER
HOLD THE SU
ACCOUNTABLE
FOR DECISIONS
MADE DURING
THE AGM
particularly the pro-choice
stance and ‘Cops off Campus’
because we deserve bodily
autonomy and to be safe
from carceral institutions
INCREASE THE FREQUENCY
OF THE FEED YOUR FLAT'
PROGRAM BECAUSE FOOD
INSECURITY IS A FEMINIST
ISSUE
COLLABORATE WITH OTHER
CAMPAIGN OFFICERS TO
REMEDY MY BLIND SPOTS- THE
NEEDS OF STUDENT PARENTS
(ESPECIALLY MOTHERS), THE
NEEDS OF THE LGBTQ+
COMMUNITY, ETC
REVIEW THE SEXUAL ASSAULT
REPORTING PROCESS WITH
FEEDBACK FROM STUDENTS
IMPLEMENT NON-CARCERAL
AND TRANSFORMATIVE
JUSTICE INITIATIVES, AND SET
UP A FUND TO PROVIDE
MONETARY SUPPORT TO
VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS
CENTRE THE WELL-BEING
AND SAFETY OF TRANS
STUDENTS BY OPPOSING
TRANSPHOBIA IN ALL
FORMS BECAUSE
FEMINISM IS FOR ALL
WOMEN AND
MARGINALISED GENDERS
INCREASE THE
SPOTLIGHT ON LOCAL
RACIAL JUSTICE
ADVOCACY GROUPS AND
CAMPAIGNS
because change comes
from building coalitions
and movements
EXPAND THE
PROVISION OF
PERIOD
PRODUCTS TO
SU BATHROOMS
CONTINUE
EXISTING
HARM
REDUCTION
PROGRAMS
sharon4womensofficer

cardiffstudents.com