Democracy Drop in

About the event

Come along to this event and have a relaxed, informal chat about ideas, change-making, and how Students’ Union democracy works.

This is a weekly, open drop-in where you can:

• Ask questions about Make a Change

• Get help shaping or writing an idea or proposal

• Talk through something you’d like to see improved

• Learn how to get involved in SU democracy at your own pace

There’s no agenda and no pressure to stay for the full hour — you’re welcome to drop in for five minutes or stay longer if you want. Whether you arrive with a fully formed idea or just a feeling that “something could be better”, you’re very welcome.

What is the key accessibility information?

• Loud noise: Unlikely. This is a quiet, conversational event.

• Crowds: Low numbers expected. If the space becomes busy, we will manage this gently.

• Small spaces: The room is a small-to-medium sized indoor space.

• Steps: There is step-free access to the SU.

• Disabled toilet access: Yes. An accessible toilet is available at the back of the building.

• Quiet space: This event itself is low-stimulus. If you need to step away, the nearest quiet spaces include side rooms in the Students’ Union building, or Library Retreat Room.

• If I have a problem: Please let someone at the SU know, who will be happy to help.

Who is running the event?

This event is being run by Georgi Griskeviciene from The SU. Our Meet the Team page includes information about every member of The SU team.

If you need a buddy to support you with arriving at the event, please email The SU on info@thesu.org.uk and we will work out what we can arrange to help. This might be someone meeting you before the event start time or simply talking you through more details of what to expect. We want to help you access our events so let us know what you need.

Where is the event taking place?

The event is taking place at The SU at Penryn Campus. This is in the centre of the campus oppostie the Masters Suite and to the side of the Stannary. From the bus stop walk passed the Campus Shop and towards the Stannary. Follow the large footpath arounf the frint of the Stannary and up the hill. You will see our wonderful SU Mural ahead of you. From here you can go left to take the ramp up to the doors or right and up the stairs. Once inside the building we are the room on the right. Phew! You made it!

The exact location on What3words is ///letters.sensibly.croutons

Watch our Penryn Campus tour video to help you get famaliar with the campus.

What should I expect?

This is a calm, supportive, drop-in style event. You can arrive at any point during the hour and stay for as long as you need to.

• The space will be quiet and conversational rather than busy or structured

• There will be a member of staff present throughout to support you and answer questions

• You won’t be asked to speak in front of a group

• You can leave at any time

This event is only for students of Falmouth University and the Univeristy of Exeter, Cornwall Campuses.

If you need a quiet space to step away from the event, the nearest options include the Students’ Union, Multifaith Chaplaincy, or Library Retreat Room.