Students To Inspire

We are currently recruiting for Student Coordinators to oversee this programme with the S2I team. Read the role description by clicking here and you can make an application using the 'apply' tab. Applications close 14th May.

Applications to join Students to Inspire as a volunteer will open in September 2021. Please email [email protected] if you want to be notified when applications open.

Students to Inspire is a volunteering programme which will empower you to connect and learn about the Bristol community through showcasing local people’s real-life stories. You will take action in your own unique way with the support of Bristol Hub and Krish & Will at Tales to Inspire.

The project aims to create a safe space for people in the community to share their inspiring and unique stories via the power of a video, blog, podcast, magazine, live event and so many other ways. We hope that this can highlight important social causes in the city and give a platform to underrepresented groups and individuals.

Why is this project important?

We are currently in the midst and recovery of a global pandemic, which has had a considerable toll on mental, as well as physical health. Social issues like racial injustice and prejudice have also taken centre-stage. The pending economic crisis and global threat of climate change threaten a continuation of human suffering...

We can make a difference! We can transform negativity into positivity. However, we must unite towards a common goal based on the mutual respect of life, for all of us to bring out our best selves. A revolution of self-mastery, where we can take responsibility for our own actions and make a meaningful and lasting impact.

We want to be able to support you to build bridges with people you wouldn't have otherwise have met, showcasing their stories to help transform their own lives and take that inspiration to the wider community.

An all round revolution, where nobody is left behind.

What will you be doing?

You will work together with other students and the Student to Inspire team to collect and present inspiring stories from within Bristol community. This may include individuals who have overcome difficulty, have a unique story to share or have made a significant impact in the community. The stories you showcase can be motivated by social causes you already feel passionate about or you can work with the team to identify people and causes that would benefit from having a platform. If you want to learn about Bristol and give a voice to those in the community, we want to hear from you.

Students will work in groups to ensure that they can support each other and delegate tasks amongst themselves. You will take part in a variety of activities and workshops to support you to engage with the community and complete your projects. Stories can be presented as a blog, a video series or another medium that you see fit. The programme will culminate in a live showcase event at the university, bringing together all stakeholders.

This project aims to:

1. Build bridges between students and the local community;

2. Highlight important people, existing work and social causes in the city;

3. Empower individuals and organisations in the community to share their stories;

4. Create a movement of inspiration through the power of sharing stories in Bristol.

What will you gain?

The programme will involve workshops which allows you to gain key skills to help you progress through the project. Will and Krish on the Student to Inspire team will be your mentors to ensure that you can reach out for support where necessary and Lydia at Bristol Hub is available to help you create community connections.

To ensure you are equipped with the right knowledge and confidence to start, we will have an introductory session. This will cover what the project aims to achieve and what students can gain from the process.

The project is aimed at developing the following skills:

• Communication and interpersonal skills

• Confidence

• Leadership

• Raising social awareness

• Teamwork

• Marketing and branding

• Organisation and community development

• Self development and empowerment

Project Timeline

Project timeline TBC in Summer 2021 - check back here for more details.

Accessibility and inclusion

Bristol Hub is committed to making our activities inclusive to all students. We can make reasonable adjustments to application processes, training sessions, volunteering projects and other activities on a case-by-case basis. We also provide ongoing support for the students we work with, so if you have particular accessibility needs, including special educational needs, please email [email protected] and let us know how we can make this activity more accessible. We ensure that all our activities, training and events are safe spaces, you can read more about our Safe Space Policy here.

This project won't cost you! We reimburse all travel expenses and DBS checks for volunteers on our projects.

Questions?

Email [email protected] and a staff member will be able to answer any questions.

The Bristol PLUS Award

Students can get recognition for taking part in extra-curricular events and projects run by Bristol Hub through the Bristol PLUS award, which is run by the Careers Service.

The Award provides a framework for students to reflect on the skills they have gained and learn how to articulate them effectively to future employers. For more details and learn how the PLUS Award could benefit you please see the Careers website.