Stem Cell Society
We are looking for dedicated and passionate people to help us in the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders.
We need you...
As a DKMS UK Student Ambassador, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference at your university by raising awareness, encouraging fellow students to join the stem cell register, organising donor drives and fundraising events, and working with other student societies.
It's also a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop leadership and teamwork skills, meet like-minded students and become part of a nationwide community working towards a shared goal.
With only 7% of the UK's eligible population on the stem cell register, we need your help to change that!
Whether you're passionate about helping others, looking to develop new skills or simply want to get involved in something meaningful alongside your studies, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help recruit the next generation of lifesavers!
Join a Stem Cell Society at your university
We're currently recruiting Student Ambassadors to join our existing Stem Cell Societies at the following universities:
- Glasgow Caledonian University
- Kingston University
- Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)
- Nottingham Trent University
- University College London (UCL)
- University of Bradford
- University of Hertfordshire
- University of Kent
- University of Liverpool
- University of Stirling
- University of Strathclyde
Don't see your university on the list?
No problem!
We're also looking for students at other universities across the UK who would love to start a new Stem Cell Society in partnership with DKMS UK.
You don't need any previous experience! We'll provide the training, resources and ongoing support to help you get started and make your society a success.
Whether you're joining an existing society or starting your own, your university years could help save someone's life!
What will you do as Student Ambassador?
As a Student Ambassador, you'll help bring us DKMS's mission to life on your campus.
What your Student Ambassador will include:
Help establish, develop or lead a Stem Cell Society at your university.
Plan and deliver donor recruitment events, particularly between January and April, encouraging more students to join the stem cell register.
Help educate students about blood cancer, stem cell donation, and the importance of registering.
Organise at least one fundraising activity during the academic year to support DKMS UK.
Collaborate with other student societies, university teams and local communities to reach more people.
Support local DKMS donor registration drives and events whenever possible.
Attend our Student Ambassador induction and training sessions to build your confidence and knowledge
What's in it for you?
Being a Student Ambassador for us isn't just about volunteering. It's an opportunity to develop new skills, build friendships, gain experience, and make a lasting impact.
What you can expect from us
Comprehensive induction and ongoing guidance, including support with public speaking, digital marketing, event management and donor recruitment.
Opportunities to lead a society, manage projects and develop skills that will stand out on your CV.
DKMS will provide the materials and resources needed to support your activities.
Advice and support to help you organise successful activities in line with fundraising regulations and best practice.
Opportunities to celebrate your achievements and contributions throughout the year.
The opportunity to receive a professional reference after one year of volunteering.
Access to CV workshops and support with internship and job applications.
An opportunity to virtually visit a DKMS Collection Centre or laboratory in Germany.
Connect with Student Ambassadors from universities across the UK who share your passion for making a difference.
Find the application forms and role descriptions below and please send the completed form to stemcellsociety@dkms.org.uk.
It started with stopping by the DKMS stall at Fresher’s Fair. I spun the wheel, won a pen, and went on with my day. Later while using the pen in class, I was curious about DKMS and looked them up. I was familiar with blood cancer through my degree, but discovered then that they were recruiting volunteers. Without knowing where it would take me, I applied and was accepted – then progressed and eventually became the President of my university's Stem Cell Society, giving me the opportunity to lead and grow our team from 5 to 11 passionate volunteers!
I am now incredibly lucky to be working with DKMS through their internship programme – giving me a different perspective and deeper insights into the organisation, its teams, campaigns, and all the work that goes on behind the scenes. I've learned so much about myself and become more confident.
Most importantly, I learnt that making impact doesn’t always begin with a grand plan. Sometimes, it begins with simply being willing to stop and ask questions. You never know where it'll take you!
My involvement with DKMS continued to grow beyond university. I had the opportunity to attend events, support swabbing drives, and represent DKMS at festivals – meeting new people and helping spread awareness about the organisation's mission. My journey then took an exciting next step when I was given the opportunity to join DKMS UK as an intern. My time with DKMS has taught me the value of volunteering, teamwork and using your voice to make a difference. I'm proud to continue supporting the organisation and carrying the experiences, skills, and values I've gained with me into the next chapter of my career.
At first, I was quite overwhelmed by the idea of participating in donor drives because I’m naturally quite introverted and wasn’t sure how I would approach people – but the training in London completely changed that for me. The DKMS team created such a welcoming environment, and meeting Student Ambassadors from other universities – sharing experiences and discussing our challenges – helped me realise that we were all simply people coming together for the same purpose.
Zainab's Volunteering Story
Photos from past events
