Congratulations to our Future Leaders 2025 Cohort!

We’re delighted to announce the new cohort of Future Leaders: Organise to Influence – a dynamic group of King’s students who are already making an impact in their communities and are ready to take their leadership to the next level.

This exclusive development programme brings together student leaders, campaigners, and changemakers from across King’s – with a particular focus on those from underrepresented backgrounds. From leading societies and academic campaigns to championing liberation and inclusion, our Future Leaders are driving positive change across the university and beyond.

🚀 Programme Launch Event

📅 Tuesday 15 October, 1–2pm
📍 The River Room, King’s College London

Register for your free ticket on this page so we have a clear idea of numbers. Please only purchase a ticket if you have been selected as a Future Leader.

The programme kicks off with our official Future Leaders Launch Event, featuring three inspiring guest speakers, lunch provided, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

This is your chance to:

• Find out more about the programme and what's to come

• Hear from experienced campaigners and industry experts

• Meet your programme trainers and mentors

• Network with fellow Future Leaders

• Enjoy a free lunch buffet

There’s no dress code – come as you are, in whatever you feel most comfortable in.

🎤 Guest Speakers

We’re thrilled to welcome three guest speakers who bring experience from across community leadership, student representation, and industry advocacy:

• Dr Rachel Williams is a neuroscientist, bioinformatician, and science communicator, with an impressive resume' when it comes to public speaking; as well as a former KCLSU Vice President for Welfare & Community (2015–16). Rachel was recently appointed a Trustee of the British Science Association and brings valuable insights as a Black, queer, early-career researcher and former student leader.

• Mack Marshall is Community & Policy Officer at Wonkhe and a former Education Officer at Newcastle SU. With years of experience in student voice and representation, Mack brings sector-wide expertise on the challenges facing students and the power of student leadership in driving change.

• Hasnain Jafer is our current KCLSU VP Education (Health) and a King’s graduate in Global Health and Social Medicine. Having led student societies such as the Indo-Pak Development Forum and TEDxKCL, and an extremely active and passionate student campaigner; Hasnain is particularly interested in encouraging grassroots activism, student leadership and campaigning on campus.

Together, they’ll share insights, strategies, and stories to inspire the next generation of leaders at King’s.

👏 Celebrating Our Cohort

This year’s Future Leaders represent a wide range of experiences and identities – from Black and Chinese students, to disabled, LGBTQ+, mature, and working-class students, and those who are care-experienced or young carers. Together, you reflect the rich diversity and strength of the King's community, and we're so excited to have you on board!