► Union Ethics
We are the students of Nottingham Trent University; this is our union.
Mission
We will provide effective representation, advice, development opportunities and high quality services available for all students and enhance the experience on offer at Nottingham Trent University.
Vision
We will be sustainable, ethical and legitimate and will play a leading role in the UK students’ union movement and will fully participate in the civic and community life of Nottingham.
Values
We are inclusive, accessible and democratic, celebrating collective strength drawn from a diverse membership and seeking to create equality of opportunity for all students.
In order to achieve our mission we will do our utmost to:
- Minimise our environmental impact
- Be relevant and responsive to stakeholders
- Have competent and highly motivated staff
- Work in partnership with other organisations that share our values
Diversity
NTSU recognises respects and promotes the diversity of its staff, students and stakeholders and is fully committed to creating an environment where these differences are valued and encouraged.
Strategic Themes
Theme 1
We will be at the heart of the diverse community of NTU students
- With safe social space that we can call our own
- With opportunities to socialise and celebrate
- By reaching out to members where they live
- By creating effective communication with and between members
Theme 2
We will champion the interests of students
- With effective campaigns with authoritative advice and information
- By providing effective advocacy for individual students
- As an influential partner to Nottingham Trent University
Theme 3
We will support fellow members by
- Working in effective partnerships
- Helping students balance the demands on their time
- Engaging in civic and community life to create safe and welcoming neighbourhoods
- Taking responsibility and responding to the changing needs, demands and aspirations of students
Theme 4
We will create opportunities for involvement to enrich the student experience by
- Organising opportunities for personal development
- Empowering members to self organise to pursue similar interests
- Organising a diverse range of events
- Facilitating volunteering opportunities both within the Union and in the wider community
Theme 5
We will provide trading services which
- Are for students and not for profit
- Generate income for reinvestment in services and activities
- Are available at convenient times and in convenient locations
- Provide excellent levels of customer satisfaction
