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Eika Banerjee has a deep passion for teaching people the skills to build resilience and lead happier, healthier lives. After completing a Chevening Fellowship in 2018, Eika founded EIKAM, a nonprofit organisation that sets out to improve people’s quality of life through a holistic approach to wellbeing. 

Chevening scholar Uwakmfon Archibong Nsa’s mission is clear: to build a resilient network of skilled women in Nigeria who not only overcome the barriers they face but also become catalysts for change in their own right. We find out more.

As the world races to understand the implications of AI, Chevening alumnus Nikhil Naren is on a mission to ensure technological innovation doesn’t outpace the protections it requires.

Known to friends as the 'mental health guy', Chevening scholar Yi Feng Khoo has spent years working in mental health, supporting communities. Now pursuing an MSc in Mental Health and Wellbeing at the University of Warwick, he shares his tips to thrive while studying in the UK.

No matter how carefully you plan your career, setbacks are inevitable. A job offer that falls through, a project that doesn’t deliver, or a promotion that goes to someone else — these moments can feel discouraging.

The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate international alumni of UK universities who have made outstanding contributions in their home countries and beyond —from tackling social inequality to leading climate action. Among this year’s finalists are 32 Chevening alumni who are making a real difference in their communities and fields. 

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.

Life doesn’t always go as planned. Whether it’s unexpected career shifts, personal setbacks, or global changes beyond our control, the ability to adapt and bounce back is what keeps us moving forward.

Balancing the demands of a master’s degree with the responsibilities of motherhood is no easy feat, especially when pursuing studies in a new country. Chevening scholar Suzan Yumbe shares her experience of raising three children, navigating the ups and downs of student life, and finding strength in her support system.