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We are applying to reactivate CMF Leeds’s position as an affiliated society within the Leeds University Union (LUU) following its recent inactive status.

CMF Leeds has an established history of bringing together Christian healthcare students through fellowship, social events, prayer, professional discussions and connections with practising healthcare professionals. With a new student committee for this 2026/27 academic year, we are committed to rebuilding and developing the society into a sustainable, active and welcoming community for future generations of students.

Healthcare education presents unique academic, emotional and ethical challenges. We are conscious that Leeds offers a wide range of support in terms of academic, professional and faith based societies. However, CMF Leeds occupies a distinctive space at the intersection of Christianity and healthcare. We aim to provide an environment where students from different healthcare disciplines can explore their faith, discuss professional and ethical challenges, and support one another throughout their studies.

Our society offers students opportunities to:

1. 1. Build meaningful friendships - connect with students across medicine, nursing, midwifery, dentistry, pharmacy and other healthcare disciplines through regular social events and fellowship.

2. Explore faith and professional practice - participate in Bible studies, discussions and guest speaker events examining the relationship between Christian beliefs, medical ethics, patient care and professional responsibilities.

3. Connect with experienced professionals - benefit from our established links with CMF West Yorkshire and the national Christian Medical Fellowship through networking, career discussions, informal mentoring and opportunities to learn from practising healthcare professionals e.g. we are planning on facilitating a Q&A panel with doctors of varying grades, from recent Leeds graduates, to retired consultants/physicians.

4. Explore wider opportunities - learn about medical electives, global health, medical missions, volunteering and opportunities to serve local and international communities.

5. Access national events and resources - participate in regional and national CMF activities, including the annual student conference, collaborate on events with other local CMF’s e.g. Hull and York Medical School, Sheffield University etc.

We are also developing new initiatives to strengthen connections between students and local healthcare professionals, including informal small group brunch gatherings hosted by CMF West Yorkshire members. These events aim to encourage mentorships, community and mutual support beyond the university environment.

Our renewed committee is working to establish a consistent programme of activities, strengthen student engagement and develop clear processes for committee succession and handover. This is particularly important to us given the society's current journey to inactive status, and we are committed to ensuring its long-term continuity.

Re-affiliation with LUU would enable us to increase our visibility, reach students who may not otherwise encounter CMF, collaborate with other student societies and access the support and structures necessary to maintain a thriving student-led organisation.

Ultimately, we hope to build a lasting community where healthcare students feel welcomed, encouraged and equipped to approach their studies and future careers with compassion, integrity, purpose and a commitment to serving others.