In line with LSE’s commitment to promoting good campus relations, it has partnered with the Faith & Belief Forum on their UN award-winning ParliaMentors programme. The initiative brings together university students from diverse religious and non-religious backgrounds to co-create social change projects while receiving mentorship support from Members of Parliament.
At its core, ParliaMentors fosters dialogue, collaboration, and a shared commitment to shaping a more inclusive society.
The LSE ParliaMentors 2025/26 Cohort
Six students from LSE have been selected to take part in the 2025/26 ParliaMentors programme. Each of them brings a distinct set of experiences and perspectives, and is united by their shared commitment to community, inclusive leadership, and public service:
Eilidh Taylor
“The joy and richness of interfaith work is how it touches the deep chords of trust and community.”
Eilidh is a master’s student in Development Studies at LSE who discovered her passion for interfaith work through the Faith Centre’s Conflict Transformation course. She believes that interfaith initiatives uniquely transform identity-based conflicts by making those same identities central to peace-building solutions.
Sujin Li
“What excites me most is how interfaith collaboration can strengthen civic participation, advance the rights of marginalised groups, and contribute to building more inclusive and resilient communities.”
A former tax consultant turned SME adviser, Sujin worked with Chinese-Korean companies to support Korean businesses entering the Chinese market. As a third-generation Korean immigrant, she champions labour rights and post-settlement policies that ensure fair treatment and integration for immigrant workers.
Ria Mann
“Despite being a melting pot, London still faces stereotypes and misconceptions that create divisions. Interfaith work inspires me as a way to challenge these and build a genuine community.”
At 19, Ria is studying Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method at LSE. Living in London’s diverse environment, she sees interfaith work as essential to challenging stereotypes and building genuine community connections across the city’s many cultures.
Aliza Siepe
“I really believe in the power of interfaith work as a unique way to act on shared values of personal development, respect and community in order to contribute to pressing social issues.”
Aliza is a Jewish Geography student at LSE with a passion for social justice, sustainability, and placemaking. Raised in London, she brings creative problem-solving to community issues and aspires to a career in urban planning. Her interests include hiking, yoga, cooking, and discovering new corners of London.
Hamzah Abid-Namroz-Khan
“I hope to strengthen my ability to navigate interfaith dialogue and build practical skills for fostering cooperation across different cultural and political contexts.”
Hamzah is a Politics student at LSE focused on policy innovation at the intersection of global development, social justice, and technology. He is committed to developing data-driven solutions that empower underrepresented communities and enable sustainable development.
Debora Calocane
“It will be interesting to be involved in the process from its inception and gain insight into the challenges that come with that.”
Debora is a second-year Politics student at LSE eager to understand the behind-the-scenes work of social action. While charity outcomes are widely visible, she’s excited to experience the inception process and navigate the practical challenges of community project development.
Programme Overview
The programme begins with a three-day residential retreat on 8 September 2025, which marks the start of a year focused on collaboration, learning, and impact.
Starting from September, the selected LSE students will:
The students will work as a team to develop and implement local social action projects. They will be supported by expert facilitators and partner organisations who will help them navigate their project journey from concept to delivery as they address real-world challenges in their communities.
Each team will be mentored by a Member of Parliament who will offer them insights into political processes and public service. They will also attend political events, committee meetings, and gain a practical understanding of policymaking.
The programme will begin with a fully funded residential which will focus on themes of dialogue, leadership, and community organising. The participants will gain an understanding of these concepts and be hosted in graduation event at the House of Parliament, attended by MPs, alumni, and civil society leaders.
Since 2007, over 700 students and 85 MPs have taken part in ParliaMentors. The students will join a network of Alumni who have gone on to lead NGOs, influence policy, and serve in elected office across the UK and beyond.
Why This Partnership Matters at LSE
At LSE, we believe that meaningful campus relations are built on recognising our collective humanity and embracing diversity. Our partnership with ParliaMentors reflects this commitment as it brings students from diverse faiths, beliefs, and backgrounds together to learn and lead with empathy, curiosity, and purpose.
This programme aligns with our broader mission to foster a campus culture where unity in diversity is not just celebrated, but actively practised, and where collaboration is a tool for progress.