{"id":741,"date":"2025-10-10T10:27:36","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T09:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/student-news\/?p=741"},"modified":"2025-10-13T08:56:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T07:56:16","slug":"be-the-voice-of-kents-global-community","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/student-news\/2025\/10\/10\/be-the-voice-of-kents-global-community\/","title":{"rendered":"Be the Voice of Kent\u2019s Global Community"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you passionate about making a difference for international students at the University of Kent?<\/p>\n<p>Do you want to help shape a more inclusive, connected, and supportive global community?<\/p>\n<p>Now\u2019s your chance to <strong>be heard, be bold, and be part of the change.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is ISAB?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/student.kent.ac.uk\/life\/international-student-advisory-board\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>International Student Advisory Board (ISAB)<\/strong><\/a> works in partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/ksu.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Kent Students&#8217; Union<\/strong><\/a> to ensure the needs, experiences, and voices of our international students are represented across the University.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a <strong>new arrival<\/strong> or a <strong>returning student<\/strong>, ISAB gives you the opportunity to influence real change, from improving university policies to supporting international events that celebrate our global community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a member of ISAB, you\u2019ll:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Help shape the inclusivity and accessibility of services and policies at both the University and Kent Union<\/li>\n<li>Provide feedback, contribute to campaigns, and share ideas for positive change<\/li>\n<li>Support international-focused events like <strong>Welcome Week<\/strong>, <strong>Cultural Celebration Week<\/strong>, and <strong>International Education Week<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What You\u2019ll Gain<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your voice matters, and your contributions are valued. By joining ISAB, you\u2019ll:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Earn Employability Points<\/strong> for your involvement<\/li>\n<li><strong>Develop key skills<\/strong> in leadership, negotiation, and communication<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gain confidence<\/strong> working collaboratively with diverse perspectives<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make a lasting impact<\/strong> on the international student experience<\/li>\n<li>Receive <strong>\u00a320 compensation<\/strong><strong>\u00a0for each 2-hour meeting<\/strong> you actively participate in on your Kent card<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hear From Our Members<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cISAB gives me the chance to speak up for international students, share what connects us, and help build a community where everyone feels seen and valued.\u201d \u2014 <em>Gouri<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI joined ISAB to promote inclusivity and empowerment for all international students. Now, I\u2019m so proud to see our voices being heard!\u201d \u2014 <em>Chimamanda<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u201cBeing part of ISAB means sitting in the room where change happens. At Kent, we can\u2019t settle for the status quo \u2014 we stand on ambition.\u201d \u2014 <em>Jeanette<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to Get Involved?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are <strong>open now<\/strong> and <strong>close on 22 October 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Be part of a vibrant, diverse community driving meaningful change for international students at Kent.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=VvqpUTI_mkSnIT4_SapemmvkGHcLvRtOqEtzCOQc6kJUQVZZWFc3S0I5SEZMOThEUElGTFBCVlpIUi4u\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Complete this short application form<\/a> today<\/strong> <strong>and help shape the future of Kent\u2019s global community!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you passionate about making a difference for international students at the University of Kent? 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