Active Clubs

Amnesty International is a non-profit organization that operates worldwide with over 8 million members around the world. This club will advocate for the protection of individuals and is focused on the promotion of human rights. UW’s amnesty international chapter strives to provide awareness to students, faculty, and alumni about the human rights violations that occur globally. By being a member, you would actively be working to take a stand against the abuse to one's freedom.

The University of Waterloo Black Medical Leaders of Tomorrow (UW BMLT) aims to encourage and assist BIPOC students, and those at a socio-economic disadvantage in their pursuit of medical school or healthcare professions. We want to increase the representation of racialized populations in the healthcare field and we strive to support UW students through our events and resources.

Our purpose is to hone our skills for competitive debate, within the CUSID (Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate) and beyond. We do this through lessons on improving debate and public speaking, attending/hosting intercollegiate debate tournaments, socials and other events.

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Whether you're from North Africa ( Morocco, Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Mauritania ) or have roots in the region, or are simply passionate about exploring diverse cultures, NASA welcomes you. Join our community and be part of a dynamic group that celebrates the beauty of North Africa while fostering unity and understanding.

The Socialist Fightback Club serves as a base for socialist politics on the UW campus. Education on questions of theory, history, economy, philosophy, on contemporary issues and movements are regular discussed and debated in the club, often through our publications, discussion groups and public events. In the past year, for example, we have held discussions on the topic of the economic crisis, the need to organize, the Oka Crisis, and on the basic tenets of socialist theory.

UW Bioethics Society is a club that discusses topics in bioethics, promotes the development of ethical thinking and research skills, with a focus on evidence-based concepts.

A social club for people to gather and discuss various literary works of the written format, both fiction and non-fiction. And can include a variety of topics that include (but is not limited to): Science, science fiction, fantasy, suspense/thriller, romance, self-help, business/technology, etc

UW Neurodivergence Alliance (NeuroDivers) is a student-led club dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for Neurodivergent (ND) students and their allies at UW. We host both social and educational events, from game nights, trivia and creative activities to info sessions and discussions about neurodivergencies and hidden disabilities. Our goal is to provide a place to build bonds, connect, feel understood, learn about available resources and create a more inclusive campus....

University of Waterloo Conservatives is a group that connects university students to Conservatives parties. Students have the opportunity to volunteer on political campaigns, meet prominent Conservative politicians, and socialize with other Conservative youth. Past events have included hosting ministers, candidates, and having group socials.

The University of Waterloo Japanese Student Association (JSA) is a club aimed to foster a community connecting students of Japanese background, bringing a deeper sense of home and family to our members. Our club provides a space to meet others with shared experiences, build lasting friendships, and support one another throughout university life.
In addition to fostering this close-knit community, we also celebrate and share the rich Japanese culture through various events and activities....