Supporting Statement for the Position of NUS Conference Representative

Hello everyone, my name is Chinwoke Ejionueme-Ifepe (she/her), and I would like to be elected as the National Union of Students (NUS) National Conference Representative for Leeds Beckett University at the NUS National Conference in Blackpool on the 17th & the 18th of April 2024.

I should be voted to attend this conference because I am committed to bringing about positive change within Leeds Beckett University that would benefit the diverse student population, and also promote inclusivity, equity, and equality in all areas of the student experience.

With my experience in policy and procedure drafting, I have developed great research, interpersonal, communication, critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills which are very relevant to this role. With these skills, I am able to work with other students to identify the major issues facing students today and shape upcoming priorities for students at Leeds Beckett University and the NUS at large.

If elected as an NUS student rep from Leeds Beckett University to attend the Conference, I hope to actively participate and contribute to discussions centred around the NUS General elections. I will also engage national officers at the conference in the interest of Leeds Beckett University societies to better support students who are members of these societies, including how best the NUS can support the efforts of LBSU in achieving set goals. Furthermore, as student representation will be discussed at this conference, I look forward to adopting and implementing the ideas shared at Leeds Beckett Student Union especially pertaining to diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility, which I hope would be discussed. Finally, I will represent the LBSU's interests in electing national officers and leaders as well as other matters pertaining to the national office.

Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you might have here: chinwoke4office@gmail.com; @genchicks (Instagram). Also remember that voting starts on the 26th and ends on the 28th of February 2024. So, make sure you vote Chinwoke Ejionueme-Ifepe as your choice for the NUS National Conference Representative.