On Friday 20 November, students and young people across the UK will take part in the National Youth Strike. The National Union of Students (NUS) is joining the wider international movement to highlight the challenges young people are facing.

Why is this happening?

Following the Government’s Autumn Budget, NUS has raised concerns about student loans, education funding and the financial pressures facing students. The wider strike also raises questions about public spending priorities, peace and young people’s futures.

With food, transport and accommodation all getting more expensive, many students are feeling the pressure in everyday university life.

At Roehampton Students’ Union, we know these are real concerns for our students too.

What are we working on to help?

Increasing access to financial funds is one of the priorities for your President Community; Kshiteej wants students to know what financial support is available, how to apply and where to turn when they need help.

Alongside this, the SU is working on reducing on-campus prices, improving transport affordability and strengthening basic needs support through our Community Pantry. These are changes we can work towards here at Roehampton, but there are bigger issues that need attention nationally too.

Who will take part in the Youth Strike?

We want to stand alongside students from other universities and make sure Roehampton students’ experiences are part of the conversation, so SU Officers Kshiteej and Shane (President Education) will be attending on the day.

Every student deserves access to education without facing financial hardship. For your officers, this is about more than one day of action, so RSU will continue to listen to students and work towards this goal.

Interested in joining us?

Come along with Kshiteej and Shane on Friday 20 November! It would be fantastic to have Roehampton students there with us and to hear your views.

Find out more about the Youth Strike HERE.