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'To fellow Chevening scholars, past present and future, I encourage you to remain open to the unexpected.'

‘Climate change is the defining challenge of our generation. Solving it requires innovation at a scale we've never seen before. That innovation won't come from one country, one university, or one type of expertise. It will come from collaboration across borders, cultures, and disciplines.’ 

Chevening cybersecurity fellow shares his top five tips for progressing from expert to leader.

We’ve rounded up five free tech and data courses designed specifically for non-tech leaders; no coding background required.

'This placement challenged me, inspired, and shaped how I approach journalism going forward.'

Your first mentorship relationship will not be flawless or perfectly planned. It begins with one brave act: reaching out.  

‘My Chevening experience was pivotal in this journey. It enriched me academically, broadened my global outlook, and strengthened my ability to connect across regions and disciplines.’ 

You will be asked about your leadership skills at a job interview, and it’s always a difficult question to answer. Executive Director at the Bseisu Foundation, Jezerca Tigani, shares what leadership means to her: staying true to your values and guiding others with empathy, courage, and integrity.

For Chevening alumna Mahapara Sanjana, mentorship is about lifting others as you grow.

AI is evolving faster than ever. We spoke with Kanishka Kumar, Chevening alumnus and AI professional, who shared five key lessons for building a meaningful, future-ready career.