The document discusses proposed reforms to the structure of the National Union of Students (NUS) in the UK. It outlines plans to simplify NUS' mission and make it more representative, democratic and accountable to students. Key elements include new zone committees focused on specific policy areas, a National Executive Council to provide political leadership, and a trustee board to oversee finances and administration. The reforms aim to give students more ways to get involved and have their voices heard in NUS.

15. Making Policy 1. Informal Stage Research Discussion Surveys Hear from Experts Thinking and discussing Creative sessions then… 2. Formal Stage Zone Committee submits a policy report… … and unions submit ordinary motions To be amended debated and voted on by unions at conference

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25. NUS Reform | Opening the Doors national conference National Conference Composition Delegates from unions from across the UK Role The vibrant heart of NUS, setting the agenda for the year ahead, electing new leaders and acting as the NUS AGM

26. national conference NUS Reform | Opening the Doors board national executive council Zones HE, FE, Unions, Welfare and Soc Cit Better leadership, more direct involvement from you, evidence led campaigns and programmes, focussed on the benefits to and involvement from unions

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28. national conference NUS Reform | Opening the Doors board national executive council National Executive Council Does what it says on the tin Reps from nations, liberation, student sections, the Pres and VPs (Zones) and 15 political diversity Non voting reps from partner student organisations Sets interim policy and directs the Board

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