Hello, my name is Tilda Fraser and I’m running for VP Welfare & Diversity!
I have a 4-year background in mental health, including studying psychology up to master’s level and volunteering at mental health projects abroad. As the vice chair of Student Minds Society, I’ve spent the past year campaigning about mental health on campus and signposting students to services.
My manifesto focuses on empowering students and equipping them with resources to maintain their own wellbeing:
Students Supporting Students
- Students prefer seeking advice from other students: I will utilize existing student networks to create student-led supporters. Offering training to students, on how to effectively signpost fellow students to mental, physical and sexual health services.
Student Mental Health
- Physical activity increases mood and moderates mental illness: I will improve student mental health by increasing the number of students referred to the sports and fitness services on campus, for treatment of mental health issues.
- ‘Need a drink or need to talk?’ moments of mental distress often result in drinking. Sometimes you don’t need a pint, you need confidential support. I will distribute posters for 24-hour mental health hotlines around UPSU and in UP halls of residence.
Liberation at the heart of UPSU
- Form a committee that connects representatives from liberation groups (LGBTQ+, BAME, Women, & Disabled students), allowing them to work together and feedback directly to VP of Welfare & Diversity. This will strengthen their voice and ability to impact decisions.