Cheveners use the knowledge, skills, and networks they gain in the UK to influence positive change. Find out more about how they're tacking climate change, improving women's rights, advancing technology, and more.
“Chevening represents the very best of the UK and the world. I am continually inspired by their passion and commitment.” – Emma Hennessy, Head of The Scholarships Unit at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
2023-2024 Impact Report
Read about some of the inspiring achievements of Chevening alumni, whose work strengthens international partnerships, supports the UK’s global objectives, and drives positive change worldwide.
2022-2023 Impact Report
We celebrate the accomplishments of Chevening Alumni across continents and industries in our 40th anniversary year.
2021-2022 Impact Report
Read about the remarkable achievements of our scholars and alumni in 2022.
2020-2021 Impact Report
Take a look back at the incredible work of our Chevening community in 2021.
A Chevening alumna’s goal to engineer a greener Pakistan
Chevening alumni are united by their drive to create positive change, and Ayesha Urooj is no exception. With a strong commitment to tackling Pakistan’s energy and environmental challenges, Ayesha shares how her Chevening experience helped transform her professional path in engineering and amplify her impact on climate action.
On the frontline of the climate crisis: the Chevening Alumnus amplifying Tuvalu’s voice on the world stage
As a small island nation, Tuvalu is advocating for ambitious climate action to save its beloved land. Chevening Alumnus Niuone Eliuta shares his experience in the campaign for a sustainable future for Tuvalu.
Chevening Fellow urges cultural sector to lead the fight against climate change
Eduardo Carvalho emphasises the pivotal role of the arts in addressing climate change.
Championing inclusion: A Chevening scholar’s contribution to UK education policy
Chevening scholar Kavya Mukhija contributed her valuable perspective on the importance of inclusion at a UK government-organised education workshop. Her experiences as a disabled student sparked meaningful dialogue about improving support for students with disabilities in international education.
Driving innovation in mental health care
We hear from Chevening Fellow Ranga Wimalasuriya about his mission to disrupt mental health care in the UK, and globally.
Chevening Alumna combats gender-based violence in Nigeria
2018 Chevening Alumna Sarah Egbo is leading groundbreaking efforts to eliminate sexual and gender-based violence on higher education campuses across Nigeria.
A Chevening alumna’s goal to engineer a greener Pakistan
Chevening alumni are united by their drive to create positive change, and Ayesha Urooj is no exception. With a strong commitment to tackling Pakistan’s energy and environmental challenges, Ayesha shares how her Chevening experience helped transform her professional path in engineering and amplify her impact on climate action.
Leading forensic science collaboration between South Korea and the UK
Chevening Alumna Dr Heesun Chung is Professor and Dean at Chungnam National University. Since her Chevening year in 1990, Dr Chung has developed a collaborative forensic science programme between South Korea and the UK.
Transforming health and wellness through innovative technology in Brazil
Juliano Froehner is a social entrepreneur and business developer with over 20 years of experience in the sector. His Chevening experience in 1999 inspired him to set ambitious goals for his career.