Who am I?

I’m Esme (she/her) and I'm standing to be your next Art and Performance representative for CSM. I’m a second year fine artist on the Xd pathway and my dedication to my art practice, my studio and community,paired with my desire to raise issues of inequality, has drawn me to a re-run for a role that will allow me to speak up and make real change on your behalf.

I've supported other students as a student representative and a school representative. I’ve  advocated for the LGBTAIQ+ community through awareness month events. through  my contributions, I’ve brought a voice to underrepresented student groups and this will be my priority if you vote me as #1 Art and performance representative for CSM.

Aims:

• Marginalized voices- Ensuring CSM is a safe and comfortable environment for students to share their identities and backgrounds; continuing with the safe space crit events, allowing students to discuss experiences of discrimination within CSM or work, in an environment free from tutors. With students permission using feedback from the events to advise leaders on how to better handle cases of discrimination and create an environment that promotes marginalized voices. 

• Accessibility-  With the increasing demand for students to attend in person content and tutorials, there is a need for events to be physically accessible  for disabled students and also an acknowledgment that there may be increased mental strain and anxieties for those suffering with mental health demands. As physical attendance becomes more important  tutors need to prioritize students' wellbeing.

• Mental wellbeing: Advocating for the better education and training for staff and students surrounding mental wellbeing, promoting the services and support networks available at CSM. Acknowledging how mental health concerns may affect students' experiences and ensuring support networks are put in place.