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Akil Yunus, 2017 Chevener from Malaysia, shares his experience as a member of the Chevening Alumni Malaysia association and how the CAMaraderie concept came to life.

After graduating from the University of Surrey with an MSc in Science in Microwave and Radiofrequency Engineering, Paola better understood the importance of young girls being exposed to ‘harder’ subjects. Here she tells us more about ‘Chicas Waskiris’ and how the Bolivian Chevening community is empowering young women.

Yasmin El-Beih’s BBC Chevening placement taught her to invoke readers’ curiosity about the world, just as international tourism ground to a halt.

Britain’s Archaeological History  (ongoing) Britain’s eclectic history means it’s a nation that is incredibly rich in archaeology. From well-known Neolithic sites like Stonehenge and Avebury, to Roman roads, Saxon hoards and Viking burial sites, the land beneath our feet provides many clues about the country’s past. Discover some of Britain’s best kept heritage sites to […]

Virtual events Southbank Centre online season Ongoing With many entertainment venues shut for physical events, broadcasts from the world of music, literature and film are being streamed for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home for a fraction of the cost! Pancake Day 16th February Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday, is traditionally […]

As future leaders, young people really can influence politics and benefit society

Chevening unites scholars across the globe, but for some the bond goes far deeper.

Virtual events Tales Tattled & Told – 16 January Join Lichfield-based storyteller Maria Credali and the Tales Tattled & Told crew for an evening of storytelling, carried with music by the Oxfordshire duo Wednesday’s Wolves.   Florence Nightingale Comes Home – 21 January The Royal College of Nursing Library and Archives presents a roundtable event discussing […]

It has been an unusual year, but don’t let that stop you from exploring and enjoying the UK. Have a look at the in person and virtual events for this month. 

Virtual events Book Week Scotland [16 – 22 November] People of all ages and walks of life come together in libraries, schools, community venues and workplaces to share and enjoy books and reading. Manchester Animation Festival [15-17 November] Manchester Animation Festival is the UK’s largest Animation Festival dedicated to the celebration of the animated art […]