Liberation Networks

Six networks, run by students, for students.

Our Liberation Networks are a space for marginalised communities to gather, create communities and promote intersectionality.

Throughout the year they will run campaigns to promote change at SUBU, BU and beyond. They are each led by a Liberation Officer, who is also a Part-Time Officer at the Union.

The Networks are free to join and all students who self-identify are automatically part of their relevant communities. To self-identify, visit your relevant Liberation Network page and use the self-identify options on the page.

What networks do we have?

Asian, Arab & Ethnic Minority Network

Connect with other Asian, Arab and ethnic minority students, celebrate culture and identity, and have your voice heard at BU.

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Black Students Network

A space for Black students to build community, celebrate Black culture and identity, and campaign on the issues that matter to you.

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LGBTQ+ Network

Meet other LGBTQ+ students, find your community, celebrate who you are and help make BU a more inclusive place.

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Disabilities, Accessibility and Neuro-Diverse Network

Connect with other disabled and neurodiverse students, share experiences and help shape a more accessible university.

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Trans, Non-Binary, Intersex, and Gender Identity + Network

A supportive space to connect with other gender-diverse students, share experiences and campaign for greater inclusion and understanding.

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Women's Network

Connect, share experiences and support other women while campaigning for equality and tackling the issues affecting women at BU.

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Key Aims

  • Connect students by creating friendships in a safe and welcoming community
  • Collaborate with other Liberation Networks to raise awareness and educate
  • Highlight current issues and empower students to act collectively to create change
  • Hold the Students' Union and University to account by challenging discrimination and making sure they act with equality
  • Mark national awareness campaigns