Vice Chair Manifestoes

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Christopher Paul Matejak (Chris)​

Dear Members of the Open University Law Society,

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I am excited to nominate myself for the role of Vice Chair of the Open University Law Society. As a committed law student with a strong interest in fostering community, I am passionate about supporting our society’s mission to enhance the educational and professional experience of every member.

 

In this role, I aim to assist the Chair and committee in coordinating and executing activities that meet the diverse needs of our members. I have over 10 years’ experience in the recruitment/employment industry where I have won multi contracts for both private and public sector, more recently managing a gastro pub with rooms where I successfully ran multiple events both private and charitable, which I believe equip me with attributes beneficial to the management of the society. If elected, I plan to focus on three key areas:

 

1. Supporting the Chair and Committee: I will work closely with the Chair to ensure the smooth running of our events and initiatives, helping to make our society a valuable resource for all members.

 

2. Enhancing Member Engagement: I am committed to creating more opportunities for participation by developing events, discussions, and networking sessions that are relevant, inclusive, and inspiring for all.

 

3. Fostering an Inclusive Community: I believe that everyone’s voice should be heard, and I am dedicated to building a supportive environment where each member feels welcome to share ideas and participate fully in the functioning of our society.

 

Thank you for considering my nomination. I look forward to the opportunity to work with all of you to make the Open University Law Society a truly engaging and enriching community for our shared journey in law.

 

Warm regards,

Christopher Paul Matejak (chris)

LLB Law 2nd Year

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Sebastian Weir

I am applying for a position of Vice- Chair, because i am in the second year of my law studies and

very passionate of making the changes for better what comes to the law.

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I have also completed mini- pupillage  shadowing Edward Henry KC on the Post Office Horizon IT

inquiry, i have worked on this case for over 10 days in London. I have completed 3 days work 

experience with BSO legal department (Business Services Organisation), which includes NHS, HSCNI,

 and one day of work experience with local barrister on the family matter, for example divorce,

settlement.

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Taking all of these experiences make me more stronger on advocacy skills and the law applies in those

different scenarios, and how to make a right decision making.

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I will bring it into Vice- Chair role my experience to the role, and the power to make a changes. 

I want help other students to believe in their dreams and that the dreams are coming true when you 

really want it and you focus enough to grab it.

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This is why if i will be selected as a Vice- Chair, i want to show others that it is possible and reachable.

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Master/Mistress of Moots Manifestoes

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Qadira Ayad

Hello OULS Members,

I am excited to run for the position of Mistress of Moots, aiming to bring a fresh, inclusive, and practical approach to our mooting experience. As someone with a strong passion for advocacy and a solid foundation in legal principles, I believe I am well-equipped to enhance our mooting opportunities and support every member’s journey in developing critical legal skills.

If elected, I commit to:

1. Expanding Accessibility – Mooting is a fundamental skill, yet many feel intimidated by it. I plan to introduce beginner-focused workshops and mentorship sessions, making mooting approachable and encouraging new voices to participate.

2. Diverse Opportunities – Beyond traditional moots, I aim to introduce innovative formats, like collaborative and client-based moots, which address real-world issues in law. This will allow members to explore practical applications and develop versatile advocacy skills.

3. Enhanced Feedback – I will ensure constructive and comprehensive feedback from judges and peers, helping participants identify their strengths and areas for improvement. This will make our competitions both competitive and growth-focused.

4. Inter-University Connections – By creating connections with other universities, I intend to arrange friendly inter-university moots. These will give our members exposure to different perspectives and networking opportunities with law students nationwide.

With your support, I am ready to work hard in making our moots engaging, educational, and accessible to everyone at OULS. Let’s create an environment where every member feels empowered to step up and speak out!

Thank you for your consideration.

Yours Faithfully

Qadira Ayad

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Azra Gucluer

Dear OULS Members,

I am honoured to submit my candidacy for the position of Mistress of Moots. Although I am new and inexperienced to mooting, I am deeply committed to becoming a barrister and through this position I will be highly motivated to building a welcoming and supportive environment where members of all experience levels can develop their skills and confidence in advocacy.  

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My enthusiasm for law, coupled with strong organisational skills and dedication to helping others excel, will drive my efforts in delivering informative internal mooting services. I will try my hardest to organise workshops and collaborative practice sessions, as well as providing structured opportunities to learn, practice and receive feedback. This will ensure that all members can improve their legal reasoning, persuasive argumentation and public speaking abilities. 

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By actively remaining in contact with experienced members and guest mentors, I will try to ensure that each session is valuable, inclusive and builds our expertise as a collective.

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I am equally committed to facilitating our society’s participation in external moots. I will work hard to ensure our members are well-prepared by providing resources and materials and by establishing a network of mentors who can guide us toward success in these practices. 

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With a passion for mooting and a shared commitment to excellence, I am eager to represent our society, cultivate a strong mooting culture and make mooting a rewarding journey for every OULS member.

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Thank you for your consideration.

 

Sincerely, 

Azra Gucluer

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