Cardiff Students’ Union (CSU) has a vision of working with every Cardiff student to enhance their university experience. As a student-led, independent part of the university, CSU represents students and provides a diverse and inclusive range of activities and services that enrich student life. These include advice, training, skills development, volunteering opportunities, employment and other services that promote inclusion, friendship and personal development. 

CSU supports over 200 student societies and 60 sports clubs that boast more than 10,000 members. CSU is also the recognised voice of students at Cardiff University, joining students in campaigning about the issues important to them.

CSU is based on Park Place and at the Heath Park campus, employing over 100 permanent staff and 300 student staff. The trading subsidiary of CSU, Cardiff Union Services Limited, manages a purpose built facility in the centre of Cardiff and operates cafes, shops, bars and events that help fund CSU’s charitable activities. 

The organisation achieved 1* accreditation and ranked 56th in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Not-for-Profit organisations 2020, and featured in The Best Companies to Work For in Wales 2020 top 30 list. CSU has achieved Investors in Diversity Stage 3 and ranked 65th in the National Centre for Diversity (NCFD) Top 100 index in 2020. 

CSU aspires to have a positive impact on the wider community in Cardiff, and won the Best Students’ Union in Wales in the NUS Awards 2020, and UK third place in the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2020).

Charity

Cardiff Students' Union

Daniel Palmer

Raechel Mattey

Grace D'Souza

Jessica Schofield

Madison Hutchinson

Angie Flores Acuña

Mynydd Bychan

The Leadership Team at Cardiff Students' Union (CSU) guides the organization towards achieving its vision of enhancing the university experience for every Cardiff student. Comprising key executives like the Chief Executive and Vice Presidents, the team sets strategic direction, oversees the implementation of student services, and ensures robust representation of student interests. They work collaboratively to support the diverse range of activities, services, societies, and sports clubs, fostering an inclusive and enriching environment for all students.

Leadership Team

Venues and Activities Team

Wellbeing and Welfare Team

Leadership Team

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Other teams at Cardiff Students' Union

Venues and Activities Team

Wellbeing and Welfare Team