Joanna Yassa

Hey everyone!!! I'm Joanna and I'm so excited to be applying to be your wellbeing rep for the year!

We're all still very premature to this medical degree and what it entails, but one fact we hear countless times as first years is how difficult medicine can be. Whilst it is important to take this into account, this year is also integral in building a routine, making friendships and understanding ourselves in this new environment. All of these factors can influence our overall wellbeing which is where I come in. I will try my very best to ensure that balance can be maintained in all of our journeys and that we thrive academically, socially, mentally and physically through the following proposals:

• Creating more social spaces to meet new people and connect
• Encouraging physical activity, whether it be through sport or less strenuous activities such as yoga
• Liaise with academic reps to aid with learning
• Increase education surrounding mental health and different support services
• Safe spaces in uni for downtime when things get overwhelming

But most importantly as wellbeing rep, I will be a voice for you all! I will represent our year with passion and determination to ensure our wellbeing is supported. I also believe my approachable nature is important if you ever feel you need someone to confide in.

We're all in this journey together and I look forward to hopefully working with you all to build a solid foundation for the next six years.

VOTE FOR JOANNA!!!