Supporting the Oxford Union

Looking ahead, we have identified three key priorities for the next decade and beyond:

Free Speech – essential in promoting civic discourse and central to the Union's prevailing purpose;

Access – removing physical and financial barriers to participation;

Heritage – preserving the beautiful, Grade II* listed buildings and enabling necessary refurbishment of the Library and restoration of the precious artworks contained within.

Our immediate focus is to raise funds to pay for essential maintenance works which must be accomplished by mid-2024. The loss of the buildings, however temporary, could pose a serious threat to our ability to operate independently and with legitimacy. Moreover, the loss of such a space, which attracts members from all colleges, would fundamentally change the fabric of Oxford's student community who cherish the Union as a central meeting place to socialise, study, and debate.

To those who have already given their support or have expressed an interest in doing so – thank you. Your generosity at any level will make a real difference to our ability to accomplish our objectives without interruption: attracting speakers, providing a forum for civic discourse, removing physical and financial barriers to participation, while preserving a unique heritage which creates an inspiring setting for the Oxford Union's mission.

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