Referendum – The results are in
NTSU has recently concluded its referendum on whether to take a Humanitarian Stance in relation to the Israel Gaza Crisis…
We asked students, should NTSU adopt the following policy: ‘Motion for NTSU to take a Humanitarian Stance in relation to the Gaza Crisis’.
Voting opened on 5th June 2024 and closed on 11th June 2024 and needed 300 votes to reach quoracy and be counted as a valid referendum.
The results are as follows:
Total turnout – 1005 Votes
Yes – NTSU should adopt the motion – 920 Votes
No – NTSU should not adopt the motion – 85 Votes
Therefore, subject to Board Approval in line with our Memorandum and Articles of Association (5.10.5), NTSU will adopt the below motion.
The union resolves:
• To develop specific support structures to aid asylum seeker and international students impacted by the crisis, and other emergencies – similar to the support structures devised by NTU for Ukrainian students
• To ensure structures will support Palestinian, Arab, Muslim, Jewish, and Israeli students impacted by the situation
• To ensure the exec arrange events for these groups to support them in integrating into campus life, and prevent them feeling isolated from campus life, or uneasy in a hostile environment
• The union will break its silence on the crisis by joining the UN security council and UK parliament in calling for an immediate, bilateral humanitarian ceasefire – as well as condemning indiscriminate murder
• To release statements using rhetoric promoting a welcoming and supportive SU – and making sure that both communities feel heard → the NUS guidelines include advice on how to promote this atmosphere and what language to use
• To ensure response time is reduced when international students reach out for support, and the SU is responsive after asking students if they need support
• To facilitate a space for student protests to take place near the SU – and ensure that, provided students are gathered here without obstructing campus life, police are not called unless required
• To liaise with police in the event of a large response to peaceful student demonstration
• To release clear and non-partisan policies on what flyers can be distributed on NTSU cites
• To lobby both NTU and the NUS to better support such students, and stand up for the freedom of expression and welfare of all involved
Thank you to all those students who campaigned and voted.
Supporting our community in response to the Israel-Gaza Crisis...
During the Israel-Gaza Crisis, we understand the potential impact on some members of our NTU community. Our priority is to offer comprehensive support to those affected.
NTU's chaplaincy team provides spiritual and pastoral assistance.
NTU's Student Support team offers personal support services.
For further assistance or support suggestions, please contact NTU Global.
