Olly Ashton

I’m here to serve… serve students ofc! I was elected to deliver DRAMA. Democracy and accountability, Rise against the far right, Advocate for better lives, Maintain visibility, An effective students’ union.

I am keen to start collaborating with other Brummie SUs and university staff unions. With a new city council in play, it’s key to establish a dialogue with them and by involving them in a Selly Oak Forum we can deliver change.

‘Give Blood!’ Is a campaign I’d love to start to encourage students to start donating blood. I’d also like to revive our campaigns on anti-racism, cost-of-living, sexual harassment and climate action. Safeguarding students from climate and nature degradation is something I take seriously and needs action to prevent further decline.

I’ve been skydiving in Aotearoa and swimming with piranhas in Brazil but being President might be the biggest challenge I’ve faced. I hope to deliver the DRAMA!