Volunteering

Co-Lead, SMaRteN PhD & Early Career Researcher Group (2023–present)

Coordinated talks, communications, and community-building activities within this national student mental health research network.

Mentor, Womxn in STEM Society, King’s College London (2023–present)

Supported womxn-identifying students in navigating STEM careers through tailored mentoring and career guidance.

Committee Member, Proudly King’s LGBTQIA+ Staff Network (2023–present)

Organised awareness and community events (e.g., asexuality research talks) and supported university-wide campaigns, promoting LGBTQIA+ visibility and inclusion.

Support Mentor, Campus Conversations, King’s College London (2023–2024)

Provided 1:1 wellbeing support to students through KCLSU’s peer-led listening service, using motivational interviewing and signposting skills. Also mentored fellow volunteers to ensure they felt confident in their roles.

Private Tutor (2021–2023)

Volunteered time to tutor undergraduate psychology students in the UK and US, offering academic and pastoral support.

Co-Organiser, Psychology PGR Community, University of Nottingham (2021–2022)

Created a support network for PhD students and organised social events.

Mentor, Inspiring Women in STEM Project, University of Nottingham (2021)

Supported undergraduates to create outreach materials encouraging girls into STEM fields. Enhanced project management and mentoring skills.

Public Engagement Committee Member, School of Psychology, University of Nottingham (2020–2022)

Supported public engagement initiatives, including developing resources and organising events.

Peer Support Coordinator & Facilitator, Student Minds Nottingham (2019–2021)

Led a peer support team delivering weekly wellbeing groups. Trained in motivational interviewing and empathetic listening

Facilitator, ADAPT Together Peer Support Group (2020–2023)

Ran wellbeing groups for science PhD students, focusing on mental health and navigating academia.

Welfare Officer, Belly Dance Society, University of Nottingham (2020–2021)

Organised inclusive wellbeing events and redesigned the society website to promote body confidence.

Founder, Psych & Neuro 101 (2016–present)

Created and managed an online resource for psychology and neuroscience engagement. Ran content development, web design, and social media.

Committee Member, Supporting Young Minds (2016–2018)

Designed, delivered, and evaluated classroom sessions on mental health for 7–9-year-olds. Served as Vice President, Treasurer, and Publicity Officer.

Education & Course Representative, University of Nottingham Students’ Union (2016–2018)

Advocated for students’ academic and wellbeing needs. Received a Union Prize and Gold Leadership Award for contributions.

Peer Mentor, School of Psychology, University of Nottingham (2016–2018)

Supported first- and second-year students through regular academic support sessions.