Experience

Patchwork Foundation

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Masterclass Participant

  • Feb 2023 - Present

  Selected to take part in the Patchwork Foundation's 10 month Masterclass Programme. This programme aims to develop young people's political knowledge and skills through expert-led development sessions, and classes with top public figures. Attended development sessions on: - Effective Chairing - Politics Selected to take part in the Patchwork Foundation's 10 month Masterclass Programme. This programme aims to develop young people's political knowledge and skills through expert-led development sessions, and classes with top public figures. Attended development sessions on: - Effective Chairing - Politics



Oxford Against Conversion Therapy

• Non-profit Organizations

• Co-Founder

  • Mar 2022 - Present

  Oxford Against Conversion Therapy is a collective of community and student organisers based in Oxford campaigning for a full and inclusive ban on conversion therapy across the UK. Oxford Against Conversion Therapy is a collective of community and student organisers based in Oxford campaigning for a full and inclusive ban on conversion therapy across the UK.



Queer on Campus

• Founder

  • Jul 2022 - Present

  Founder of student network dedicated to campaigning for LGBTQ+ inclusivity on university campuses. Queer on Campus brings together LGBTQ+ activists and resources, allowing for coordinated campaigning and the sharing of experiences across the UK. Founder of student network dedicated to campaigning for LGBTQ+ inclusivity on university campuses. Queer on Campus brings together LGBTQ+ activists and resources, allowing for coordinated campaigning and the sharing of experiences across the UK.



Oxford SU

• United Kingdom
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• LGBTQ+ Campaign Co-Chair

  • Feb 2022 - Mar 2023

  The Oxford SU LGBTQ+ Campaign works to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people both at the University of Oxford and in the wider Oxford community through pushing for positive changes at all institutional levels. Responsible for managing and coordinating a team of 20, policy campaigns and events. Under my leadership, the Campaign won National Student Pride’s ‘LGBTQ+ Event of the Year’ Award 2023. The Oxford SU LGBTQ+ Campaign works to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people both at the University of Oxford and in the wider Oxford community through pushing for positive changes at all institutional levels. Responsible for managing and coordinating a team of 20, policy campaigns and events. Under my leadership, the Campaign won National Student Pride’s ‘LGBTQ+ Event of the Year’ Award 2023.



OULGBTQ Society

• United Kingdom
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President

  • Feb 2021 - Mar 2022

  Elected President of the largest active Society at Oxford University and largest LGBTQ+ Society in the UK.Under my leadership, the Society won the National Student Pride 'Outstanding LGBT+ Society of the Year' Award 2022.Steered the Society through the pandemic and adapted its welfare and social functions in response; organised large scale in-person and online events, including speaker events with prominent LGBTQ+ figures such as Justice Edwin Cameron, Dr Clara Barker and Christine Burns.Produced a report outlining policy change recommendations for the University Council and Conference of Colleges regarding the protection of marginalised students’ welfare. This entailed collaboration with Stonewall, and comments on the issue were featured in The Times and Gal-Dem.Organised protests, petitions and mobilised action on prominent issues affecting both the Oxford and international LGBTQ+ community, including but not limited to combatting the rise of spiking cases at Oxford venues, the banning of conversion therapy, and the repeal of same-sex marriage laws in the Cayman Islands. In tandem to this, we raised over £1,000 for Colours Caribbean, the main grass-roots charity in the Cayman Islands that provides support and raises awareness for LGBTQ+ issues. Show less

• Social Secretary

  • Feb 2020 - Feb 2021

  Elected Social Secretary of the largest active Society at Oxford University, tasked with organising large scale events for the LGBTQ+ student community with a yearly budget of £9,000 per year.Within my role, I produced the 2020/21 Freshers Guide for the Society and organised multiple virtual speaker events that have since amassed over 1,000 views each.



Brasenose College, Oxford

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President, Brasenose Ball 2022

  • May 2020 - Feb 2022

  Brasenose College Ball is a biannual event attended by 1,200 guests and boasts a £110,000 budget; for 2022, our theme was Descent, a Journey into the Underworld.As Vice President, I was responsible for the organisation and management of the Ball with a particular focus on external aspects. I directly oversaw the logistics, production and entertainment of the event and following the resignation of our two fun and games officers, took complete responsibility for all aspects of the event related to this on top of my executive position. The role further entailed coordinating a committee of 20 individuals and over 30 suppliers who were on site on the night. Show less

• LGBTQ+ Officer

  • Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  In this role I acted as a representative for Brasenose’s LGBTQ+ community - organising events within college, acting as a source of support and assistance for the community, and bringing student opinion to College administration. During my time as Representative, I lobbied College on LGBTQ+ and intersectionality issues, and succeeded in introducing a free supply of alternative sexual health provisions and a gender expression fund for members of the JCR. I also produced a LGBTQ+ resources booklet for JCR members that provides information on both College and University wide schemes, funds and support for LGBTQ+ people. Show less

• Freshers’ LGBTQ+ Workshop Lead

  • Oct 2020 - Oct 2020

  Led an LGBTQ+ sensitivity and awareness workshop for University Freshers with the aim of improving understanding of LGBTQ+ identities and issues, and promoting an inclusive and accepting atmosphere.



Ozanne Foundation

• Policy Paper Researcher

  • Aug 2021 - Oct 2021

  I was commissioned by the Ozanne Foundation to research and compile a first policy paper draft on legislating against conversion therapy, a practice known to cause significant psychological harm to its victims that contributes to the continuum of violence and stigma faced by LGBT+ people. The 'Cooper Report' outlines a two-pronged approach that uses both the criminal and civil law to provide immediate protection to those most at risk, as well as post-facto prosecution of practices. It also outlines why banning all forms of conversion therapy, be they cultural, medical or religious, is compliant with and is warranted under the European Convention of Human Rights, as religious freedom and freedom of expression can be limited where the acts involved risk causing significant harm. I worked on this project alongside representatives of Stonewall, Galop, Mermaids and other notable national LGBTQ+ Organisations and charities to ensure that the report was comprehensive and considered all perspectives. In addition to collaborations with renowned human rights lawyers such as Baroness Helena Kennedy QC, Robin Allen QC, and of course Jonathan Cooper OBE who supervised the research and guided us with his extensive and detailed knowledge. It was during the final stages of this project that we unexpectedly lost Jonathan. He was the fiercest defender of LGBTQ+ rights, and without his tireless dedication this report wouldn’t exist. Working with him over the past year was an absolute honour and I am proud to be able to call him both a mentor and a friend. Show less


Away Resorts Ltd
• United Kingdom
• Travel Arrangements
• 200 - 300 Employee
• Lifeguard

  • May 2020 - Aug 2021


Glitterball Oxford

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co-President

  • Mar 2020 - Apr 2021

  Helped relaunch Glitterball - Oxford’s only LGBTQ+ ball. Helped relaunch Glitterball - Oxford’s only LGBTQ+ ball.



Butlin's

• United Kingdom
• Travel Arrangements
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Lifeguard

  • Jun 2019 - May 2020

  The main role of a lifeguard is to uphold the highest standards of safety at all times within a venue. Good teamwork and communication skills are vital, especially with an operation of upwards of 25 lifeguards on duty at a time. The ability to remain calm under pressure is equally as essential; Splash Waterworld at Skegness has a capacity of ~1,200 and every guest in the venue deserves the same high quality service delivery. Weekly training and development sessions are required, in line with NPLQ fitness and syllabus requirements, to maintain professional competency at its highest possible level. Show less



Willow Tree Farm Touring Caravan Site

• General Assistant

  • Jun 2014 - Jun 2019

  During my time at Willow Tree Farm Caravan Site, I developed my organisational skills and logistical competence through taking bookings, greeting guests and resolving any issues that arose. In addition to assisting in the administrative side of the business, I was responsible for grounds keeping and general maintenance. As such, I am proficient in the safe use of cleaning chemicals, power tools and machinery. During my time at Willow Tree Farm Caravan Site, I developed my organisational skills and logistical competence through taking bookings, greeting guests and resolving any issues that arose. In addition to assisting in the administrative side of the business, I was responsible for grounds keeping and general maintenance. As such, I am proficient in the safe use of cleaning chemicals, power tools and machinery.



NHS

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Work Experience Placement

  • Apr 2017 - Apr 2017

  A week shadowing a Senior Consultant on the Acute Cardiac Unit of Boston Pilgrim Hospital. During this time, I gained an insight into the medical profession and the realities of the NHS, and attended a medical conference. A week shadowing a Senior Consultant on the Acute Cardiac Unit of Boston Pilgrim Hospital. During this time, I gained an insight into the medical profession and the realities of the NHS, and attended a medical conference.


Future Fertility Trust
• Medical Practices
• Medicine Insight Day

  • Mar 2017 - Mar 2017

Sheldon Country Park & Visitors Centre
• United Kingdom
• Health, Wellness & Fitness
• Park Ranger - Work Experience

  • Feb 2015 - Feb 2015