Jose de Pool National President ISU Norway Introduction to Jose de Pool National President ISU Norway Date

Who we are ISU is an independent, democratic, non-profit, non-partisan organization run for and by international students We are committed to the social, academic and political interests of ALL international students studying in Norway Our organization was formed in the late 1970s, thanks to a small group of student activists and their efforts to protect the welfare and academic situation of international students in Norway Our national office is in Oslo and we have about 27 local branches, all over Norway

Action plan 2018/2019 Free Norwegian language accredited classes for international students as part of their study in Norway Allocate time in our Leadership Meetings to career development workshops for international student leaders Regional cooperation among local branches An affordable visa fee with better terms for students, such as the visa lasting for the duration of your study Improve the overall immigration process for international students Work with stakeholders on supporting education of refugees

Our Partners Spire is a youth organisation working for a just and sustainable distribution of the world’s resources. NSO is the National Union of Students in Norway, the largest organisation for students in Norway. Politically independent and an important voice for the students in Norway, they work with politicians, administrative officials and the State Educational Loan Fund. SAIH is the solidarity organisation of students and academics in Norway. Their motto is “education for liberation” ANSA is the organisation for Norwegian students abroad. They safeguard their interests and inform them about study opportunities abroad LNU is the Norwegian Children and Youth .Council, an umbrella organisation that is democratic and represents a vast diversity of activities and interests. They provide funding for ISU and advise on political matters. ESN is the Erasmus Student Network, the biggest student association in Europe. They work for the creation of a more mobile and flexible education environment.

Annual Meetings Leadership Meeting (Autumn) One delegate, normally the new leader of the branch, attends this meeting to discuss current issues, learn about ISU, and the Action Plan. Workshops on how to be a good leader, how to report finances and other useful seminars occur. Leadership Meeting (Spring) In the second leadership meeting, the progress of the work that has been done since the new board started. It’s also a great opportunity to strengthen our relationship with our partners by inviting them to speak at the meeting. National Assembly The highest decision-making body of ISU, responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the political platform, the action plan, and the approval of the annual financial report. It’s normally chaired by a person with no active stake in ISU.

ISU Hierarchy ISU Norway National Office Organisation Consultant Executive Board National President Union Development Officer Political Affairs Officer Local Branches National Assembly Local Branch Delegates National Board

Our local branches Every ISU Local Branch has a president, responsible for its operation They report on their activities at the National Assembly Create an environment where international students can contribute and fulfil their educational, political and social potential ISU Local Branches can promote their cases to the ISU National Assembly. Case papers should be sent three weeks before the NA They are to be run in a democratic manner They must hold fair and open elections and operating according to the National Constitution and the fundamental principles of the organization Local Branch boards have the right to ask the EB questions which must be answered no later than three weeks

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