Grace Wiggall

Hi everyone! My name is Grace, a second year Geologist on a mission to create a positive impact within my time at Imperial.

As you have probably guessed by me applying for this role, I’ve collected mental health issues like Pokémon and starting university did not do wonders for this. Therefore, I passionately believe that student’s mental health should not be sacrificed just to keep up with the demands of their course and having some semblance of a social life. I equally believe that students should have access to support from all levels within the university, and not just when they hit a point of crisis.

Why me?

• I have 3 years’ experience campaigning and researching within the specialism of young women’s mental health for Girlguiding UK; meeting with ministers, talking to press and delivering guest lectures.
• I am really cool ;)

My goals as your welfare officer:

• Escalate issues raised by students to find solutions and ensure no student is left without adequate support.
• Bring awareness to the intersectionality of mental health (race, gender, sexuality, disability)
• Work on creating events and collaborations to improve student wellbeing
• Work with the MHO to achieve the goals of the network

Now you've read this far, you might as well vote for me (please?)