Student Society Welfare Officers

Become a Student Leader

Newcastle University Students’ Union (NUSU) supports more than 150 student-led societies, covering everything from academic subjects and the arts to culture, fundraising and shared interests.

Joining a society is a great way to meet new people. Become a Principal Committee member and help lead the society, organise activities and support its members. Principal Committee roles include President, Secretary, Treasurer, Welfare Officer and Social Secretary.

 As a Society Welfare Officer you have the opportunity to:

• promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment
• act as a wellbeing contact
• signposts to support services where needed
• liaise with the Students' Union Support and Advice Hub

To join the Principal Committee of an existing society, you must be a paid member of that society and nominate yourself when elections open during the academic year. 

Or start your own new society in term one by forming a full Principal Committee, setting clear aims and gaining at least 15 paid members within three months to achieve full ratification and receive support from NUSU. 

Next steps

Society Committee Hub