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

Anila says her Chevening experience was a turning point in strengthening her confidence, leadership, and ability to advocate for women. 

'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.  

‘Believe in the power of your voice, your strengths, and your ideas. You can make positive change with small steps that lead to a bigger impact.'

‘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.’ 

Today, she is Senior Natural Resources Management Specialist at World Bank Indonesia, proudly helping communities impacted by climate change, mining, and other natural resource-related issues.  

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

Chevening scholar Levan Pavlenishvili is using the skills and networks he gained in the UK to transform education and public policy in Georgia. We find out more.

Ahead of COP30, Chevening alumna Maria Esteli Jarquin had the opportunity to share her work championing biodiversity and conservation efforts in Costa Rica with the Prince of Wales.