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Kavya Mukhija, a Chevening scholar from India studying Disability, Design and Innovation at UCL, shares how studying in the UK transformed her perspective on accessibility.

Chevening scholar Naomi Koinase shares her plans for supporting indigenous Maasai children in Tanzania by providing them with equal opportunity to education. Hear how she's been breaking barriers and how Chevening is preparing her to drive impact in the future.

Chevening supports future leaders from around the world by providing access to world-class education and a global community. Nora, a Chevening scholar from Cambodia, shares key strategies that helped her secure a Chevening Scholarship at the University of Bristol.

Chevening alumni are driven by a passion to create meaningful change. Fatou Jeng, a climate advocate from The Gambia and one of Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 (2025), has spent over a decade leading efforts to tackle the climate crisis through youth empowerment, policy advocacy, and global collaboration.

After completing her master’s at the University of Nottingham, Chevening alumna Anne Lugon-Moulin went on to have an extraordinary career that led her to become the Swiss Ambassador to Serbia.

Chevening fellows are united by their commitment to creating lasting change, and Mahjabeen Abid’s story is a testament to that mission. As a journalist from a small town in Pakistan, Mahjabeen has spent years uplifting underrepresented voices - particularly those of women.

Whether you’re pitching an idea, leading a meeting, or delivering a keynote, public speaking is one of the most powerful skills you can develop. Strong presentation skills don’t just help you communicate clearly—they help you influence, inspire, and lead with confidence. 

Chevening scholar Alfiana has dedicated nearly a decade of her career to criminal justice reform and international human rights advocacy. She shares her plans for national and global initiatives that uphold dignity, fairness, and the rule of law for all.

Chevening proudly supports scholars from all backgrounds and identities. Sarah, a Chevening scholar studying at the University of Sussex, shares her story of overcoming adversity and using education as a tool to advance transgender rights and inclusion in Thailand and beyond.

When you’re early in your career, it’s easy to feel like networking is just a buzzword. But for Chevening alumni, your network is one of your most valuable assets—and one that can genuinely shape your professional journey.