What Are Network Leads?

Network Leads are the elected representatives of a given Network. They attend meetings with the Students' Union, contributing to discussions on how to improve University life for students across a range of communities.

Our Networks are split into three zones: Education & Community Zone, Activities & Opportunities Zone, and Welfare & Diversity Zone. Each Network Lead brings a unique perspective to discussions with SU staff, Full-Time Officers, and fellow Leads within their zone—ensuring a broad range of student voices are heard.

Who Can Join a Network?

Membership of Networks is free and open to all eligible students, just like membership of the Union. To be a member of a Network, you must identify as part of the community it represents. For example:

• Only LGBTQ+ students can join the LGBTQ+ Network
• Only International Students can join the International Students Network

If you’re unsure whether you are eligible to join a particular Network, please contact:

Education & Community Zone

• Course Representatives ×2
• Postgraduate Students Network Lead
• Campus Experience Network Lead

Activities & Opportunities Zone

• Sports Network Lead
• Societies Network Lead
• Sustainability Network Lead
• Volunteers Network Lead

Welfare & Diversity Zone

• Mental Health Network Lead
• Women+ Students Network Lead
• Students with Disabilities Network Lead
• LGBTQ+ Network Lead
• Mature Students Network Lead
• Black, Asian and ME+ Network Lead
• International Students Network Lead
• Parents and Carers Network Lead
• Care Leavers Network Lead