Black and Minority Ethnic Students

Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) students may face multiple structural barriers on the way to academic success. LSESU is committed to serve all students, including the BME community. The University and Students Union provide a range of BME specific support.

Support at LSESU 

The BME Officer, International Officer, and the Sabbatical Officers at LSESU can help you whether you are facing discrimination, or have an idea on how to improve the BME student experience on campus. LSESU also operates the BME Mentoring Scheme, which connects LSE alumni and Black and ethnic minority current students, giving them the opportunity to share experiences and help shape their career. 

Support at LSE 

If you are experiencing any form of racial harrassment, LSE advises you to talk to a safe contact who can offer you support and advice, you can find a list of contacts here. If want to make a report about the harassment you have experienced, you can fill in the LSE Report It! Stop It! tool.

Support external to the school 

The National Union of Students (NUS) Black Students’ Network represents students of African, Asian, Arab and Caribbean heritage. The network supports issues affecting Black students on a local, national and international level. 

Black People Talk online mental health workshops designed, developed, and delivered by Black students, for Black students. 

The Muslim Youth Helpline provides faith and culturally sensitive support and information to young Muslims. They also operate Student Space for all Muslim students facing some challenges. 

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