Jack is president of Saints LGBT+, organising policy and creating community.
About the Position
Jack Kennedy, as the LGBT+ Officer, leads the Saints LGBT+ subcommittee, represents LGBT+ people, and promotes the welfare and social aspects of the LGBT+ community.
According to the Laws, the LGBT+ Officer shall:
- Oversee all aspects of the LGBT+ Subcommittee and issues concerning the LGBT+ community.
- Chair meetings of the Saints LGBT+ Executive Committee and any General Meetings.
- Assist and support all other Executive and non-Executive committee members in performing their duties.
- Responsible for liaising with, support, and developing the Saints LGBT+ alumni network.
Specifically, in practice, the LGBT+ Officer:
- Chairs and leads the Saints LGBT+ Committee
- Liaises with Association officers as appropriate
- Assists and supports all other committee members in performing their duties
- Has access to the Saints LGBT+ email account, and arrange access for appropriate committee members
- Serves as a signatory on the Saints LGBT+ committee bank account
- Serves on the Students’ Representative Council and Equality Committee
- Promotes the wellbeing of the LGBT+ people
- Fosters a strong relationship with Students Services and the DoWell
- Collaborates with other Councillors and School Presidents on shared projects and events
The LGBT+ Officer also:
- Oversees Glitterball, The Gay Saint, LGBT+ Wellbeing Events, Transfests and Queerfests
- Promotes outreach with local services, and organisations
- Signposts individuals to support resources and services
- Oversees the organisation of St Andrews Pride
Role holders take office in April and end their term the following March. On average, the LGBT+ Officer spends between 20 and 30 hours per week on their role.
Previous Holders
| Year |
Name |
Resources
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| 2024/25 |
Jack Kennedy |
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| 2023/24 |
Jack Kennedy
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| 2022/23 |
Sofia Johnson |
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| 2021/22 |
Michael Logue |
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| 2020/21 |
Beeby |
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| 2019/20 |
Parker Hansen |
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| 2018/19 |
Zelda Kotyk
|
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| 2016/17 |
Lewis Wood |
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| 2015/16 |
Sigrid Jorgensen |
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| 2014/15 |
Fallon Sheffield |
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| 2013/14 |
David Norris |
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Saints LGBT+ has existed since 1977, LGBT+ people have always existed and always will.