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William Pugh

Summary

Dynamic individual with expertise in Leadership, Outreach, Research, Communication, Event Planning, and Digital Content Creation. Passionate about biodiversity, nature, and social justice, I am committed to supporting conservation and community-building initiatives. Adept at crafting compelling digital content and organizing impactful events, I have a proven track record of engaging diverse audiences and fostering inclusive environments. Eager to contribute to Synchronicity Earth's mission by supporting Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and advancing conservation goals. Ready to leverage my skills to make a tangible impact on global biodiversity and support underrepresented communities in line with the Generation Success partnership.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Treasurer

Wigan and Leigh Youth Council
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed a £10,000 budget, securing a £500 increase from the previous year, setting a Youth Council record.
  • Allocated £6,000 to charities, including FCC Environment, to create the Wigan & Leigh Youth Climate Summit.
  • Promoted the event across 20+ schools, attracting 200+ students through social media, digital posters, and letters.
  • Organized 16 volunteers to set up the event space, featuring a fast fashion stand with pieces donated by local artists, illustrating how individuals can make better environmental choices.
  • 100% of attendees polled would return, and 70% felt more empowered to champion change.

President

Winstanley Debate Society
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Increased membership to 174 (highest since Covid), achieving a 27% YoY growth and expanding access to debating.
  • Developed a VBA-powered Excel tracker to assess outreach gaps and ensure we met our EDI goals.
  • Chaired 30 debates with 40+ debaters, including on climate change, ecology and fast fashion.
  • Mentored 6 first-time debaters from diverse backgrounds, with 3 progressing to national competitions, promoting equity in debating success.
  • Secured re-entry into Debating Matters North West, restoring regional debate access for students post-Covid.
  • Launched automated online membership, reducing barriers and ensuring greater outreach to the student body

Student Ambassador

Durham University
09.2024 - Current
  • Personally engaged with 100+ students – the highest of any student ambassador and received personal praise from the event organizer for my high-energy engagement with prospective students
  • Delivered personalized DSA support to 10+ students, signing up multiple to our opportunities service

Committee Member

Durham Union
01.2025 - Current
  • Ran social media of a Student Union candidate receiving 50,000 views within two weeks of the accounts creation
  • Debated alongside MPs, cabinet ministers, and public figures, amplifying diverse perspectives in political discourse.
  • Was selected to debate on my first application and helped carry a motion 105 to 71, promoting the involvement state schools in debate.
  • Organised 12 + debates – worked over night to convert Durham Universities largest hall (300 seats) into a debate chamber saving a £700 fee at a private function room.

Education

Politics and International Relations - with German

Durham University

A-Levels -

Winstanley College

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Outreach
  • Research
  • Communication
  • Event Planning
  • Digital Content Creation

Timeline

Committee Member

Durham Union
01.2025 - Current

Student Ambassador

Durham University
09.2024 - Current

President

Winstanley Debate Society
09.2023 - 08.2024

Treasurer

Wigan and Leigh Youth Council
10.2022 - 07.2023

Politics and International Relations - with German

Durham University

A-Levels -

Winstanley College

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