Steering Committee
Guiding our strategic direction, the Steering Committee comprises elected representatives from different regions and student unions.
Meet the Steering CommitteeSecretariat
Meet our SecretariatGroup of Representatives
Meet the groupGroup of Coordinators
Each working group of has a dedicated coordinator who ensures that the working groups each contribute to the overall mission.
Meet the groupTrusted Person Team
The Trusted Person Team (TBT) ensures a safe and inclusive environment for events, projects, programs, and daily activities. They handle misconduct reports and are the go-to contacts for safeguarding questions.
More infomationWorking Groups
GSF has a range of Working Groups, each working within a specific thematic area to advance students' interests. The group's members are students and other people from across the world and the GSF members.
Open positions for Working Groups can be found on the Become a Volunteer page.
Environmental Justice
The Working Group on Environmental Justice promotes global awareness of environmental issues and sustainability among students and educators. It encourages sustainable practices in student unions and educational institutions.
Indigenous Students
Refugee Students
The Global Student Forum's Working Group on Refugee Students aims to deepen the understanding of the barriers refugee students face in accessing education. This group develops solutions and recommendations to enhance access, inclusion, and quality educational experiences for refugee students. By advocating for policies that promote educational rights at all levels and fostering collaboration among students, educators, policymakers, and civil society organizations, the Working Group works to improve educational opportunities for refugee students worldwide.
Mobility & Recognition
The Global Student Forum's Working Group on Mobility & Recognition focuses on promoting global learning mobility and advocating for student mobility programs beyond Europe. This group evaluates "internationalisation from home," ensuring the quality of digital and blended learning activities. It also promotes the automatic recognition of learning periods abroad and campaigns for the ratification of the UNESCO Global Recognition Convention. By advancing these initiatives, the Working Group aims to enhance international educational experiences for students worldwide.
Postgraduate Affairs
The Global Student Forum's Working Group on Post-graduate Affairs is dedicated to uniting student leaders from various regions committed to advancing the rights and needs of postgraduate students worldwide. This group focuses on issues such as securing adequate funding, ensuring access to essential academic resources, and providing robust mental health support. By fostering collaboration and advocacy, the Working Group aims to create a global platform for addressing the unique challenges faced by postgraduate students and enhancing their academic and personal well-being.