Soh Xi Ken (he/him)

I was previously co-opted onto the role of ordinary member for sub-branch member support working group. I really enjoyed my role as a volunteer coordinator, seeing so many people putting themselves forward to help make Edinburgh Green, but also facilitate others to their full potential. I want to keep this momentum going, using the existing pool of volunteers, and trying to reduce any barriers to participation. Examples of this are the 2 virtual let's get started sessions for door-knocking I organised, which helped people commit and feel comfortable in going out door-knocking. I want to continue to upskill existing volunteers (if they are willing) and to consider taking on more organisational tasks within the party. Please vote for me!

I come from a background of attempts at activism, from LGBTQ+ inclusive education to trade union duties at my workplace. These experiences, alongside my training as a pharmacist have helped me navigate service development, creating good rapport and managing a high workload. Working in a high pressure environment such as a surgical ward in the NHS has also provided me with a pragmatic view and use of resources, diverting when required and focusing on the priorities at hand. I am also the recepient of the Equality Award from the Scottish Trade Union Congress and I hope that will be apparent in the work I do.