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SWSS is a network of socialist groups on campus. We hold regular events where we talk about socialist ideas and politics. We also are involved in campaigns against racism, climate change, sexism and war. These events are open to all students. We hold regular campaign stalls on campus.
We believe in a socialist world where people come before profit. We are against all forms of racism, sexism and oppression.
We aim to hold events for students to debate socialist ideas, but also to get students organized to fight back against the ills of society – racism, sexism, climate change, austerity and more.
Most SWSS groups hold weekly or biweekly political meetings that are open to all. These meetings discuss a range of political issues – socialism, black lives matter, Palestine, climate change and more. We also help mobilise students for social justice issues. We mobilise for local and national demonstrations.
Some groups on campus talk about politics. In SWSS we think the point is to change the world. So we do hold talks about politics, but we do that in order to help mobilise students.
If you would like to join a group please pick the appropriate membership. Please contact the group committee if you have any queries about which membership is right for you.
You must be a member of this group to vote in their elections.
These are the annual elections to decide who will lead your society/club into the next academic year. Please note that all who are elected will assume their roles as of 1st August, unless agreed upon by both the newly elected exec member and the current exec member that they will handover sooner.
4 posts are up for election.
Nominations close at 13:00 on Wednesday 12 March 2025 (in 8 days)
The polls open at 10:00 on Monday 17 March 2025 (in 12 days)