Join the Disabled Students Network (DSN)
The Disabled Students Network (DSN) is your space to connect, grow, and make a real impact! At DSN, we champion accessibility, amplify disabled voices, and tackle the key issues affecting disabled students at Brunel. Whether you're passionate about advocacy, building community, or improving university policies, DSN is here to support you every step of the way.
Why Join the DSN?
- Make Your Voice Heard: As a DSN member, you'll get to share your experiences as a disabled student at Brunel, influencing both University and Union policies. You’ll play a crucial role in shaping campaigns that fight against ableism and work to make Brunel more inclusive for all students with disabilities.
- Professional Development: Boost your career prospects with a LinkedIn package that also includes access to LinkedIn Learning modules. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend exclusive workshops and events hosted by disability advocacy groups and professional networks.
- Shape the Future: Help co-produce campaigns that advocate for accessibility and inclusion across campus. You will get the opportunity to shape campaigns that focus on disabled students and ensure that the voices of disabled students are heard. Your contributions will ensure that the University remains steadfast in their duty to uphold the Disabled Student Commitment.
- Fina a Supportive Community: By joining DSN, you will gain access to a supportive community space where you can connect with other disabled students, share your experiences, and feel supported.
What’s in It for You?
- Exclusive Networking Opportunities: - As a DSN member you will get the opportunities to attend events led by disabled professional networks and events focused on employability and career development.
- LinkedIn Package: Boost your career prospects with a LinkedIn package that includes a headshot, skills endorsements, a custom LinkedIn banner, and digital badges. You’ll will also get access to LinkedIn learning modules.
- Opportunities to Lead: Become a Union Equality Champion and represent the DSN at the Student Assembly.
- Union Citizenship Award: All your contributions to the network count towards a Union Citizenship Award. You can achieve bronze, silver, or gold status, which will be showcased on your transcript—boosting your employability!
- Personal Reference – Active members of the student network will receive a personal employment reference.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Joining DSN isn’t just about being part of a group—it’s about making your university experience meaningful and helping to create positive change for yourself and future Black students.
Join us today and be part of the change!
To join the Disabled Students Network, click this link - https://forms.office.com/e/SqMcU9wVVS
(Membership is open all year. Find us at Freshers Fair or reach out to the Student Voice team to sign up.)