Join The Pregnant, Parent & Carers Student Network
The Pregnant, Parents & Carers Student Network (PPCN) is your space to connect, grow, and make a real impact! At PPCN, we understand the unique challenges of balancing studies with parenthood or caregiving. This aim of this network is to support you, advocate for your needs, and create a community of students who are navigating similar experiences.
Why Join the Pregnant, Parent, Carers Network?
- Make Your Voice Heard - As a PPCN member, you’ll have the opportunity to share your experiences as a student managing pregnancy, parenthood, or caregiving. You’ll help shape University and Union policies that directly impact students with caring responsibilities, from family-friendly study spaces to reasonable accommodations.
- Professional Development - Boost your career prospects with a LinkedIn package that includes a headshot, skills endorsements, and access to LinkedIn Learning modules. You’ll also have opportunities to attend exclusive workshops tailored to balancing your career with family and caregiving responsibilities.
- Shape the Future - Help co-produce campaigns and promote awareness (e.g. Parent Mental Health Day and Young Carers Action Day) that advocate for better support for students with dependents. Your input will directly influence how Brunel and the Union support pregnant students, parents, and carers throughout their academic journey.
- Fina a Supportive Community - By joining PPCN, you’ll be part of a community that understands the pressures of balancing academic life with family responsibilities. This is a space where you can share advice, access resources, and feel supported by students who are in the same boat.
What’s in It for You?
- Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Connect with organizations that support student parents and carers
- LinkedIn Package: Boost your career prospects with a LinkedIn package that includes a professional headshot, skills endorsements, a custom LinkedIn banner, and digital badges. You’ll also gain access to LinkedIn Learning modules tailored to your needs.
- Opportunities to Lead: Become a Union Equality Champion and represent PPCN at the Student Assembly, advocating for better support for students with caregiving responsibilities.
- 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 recognized on your transcript—enhancing your employability.
- Personal Reference: Active members of the Pregnant, Parents & Carers Student Network will receive a personalized employment reference, highlighting your contributions and leadership within the network.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Joining PPCN isn’t just about being part of a group—it’s about making your university experience more manageable while advocating for change that will benefit students with caregiving responsibilities and their dependents.
Join us today and be part of the change!
To join the Pregnancy, Parents & Carers Student Network please click this link - https://forms.office.com/e/mtQyiW7rJE
(Membership is open all year. Find us at Freshers Fair or reach out to the Student Voice team to sign up.)