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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 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.

To celebrate National Volunteers' Week we interviewed Chevening scholars, Trishaa Bhattacharya and Mariana López Zaldivar to reflect on their experience volunteering and giving back during their Chevening Scholarship.

We hear from volunteering organisations about the positive impact Cheveners had had in communities and charities across the UK during their scholarship year.

Chevening has no upper age limit and proudly welcomes scholars from all stages of life. Tiffany Tivasuradej shares her journey of returning to academia with Chevening after seven years in the corporate world.

Studying in the UK as a Chevening Scholar can be both exciting and challenging - especially if you’ve been away from academia for a while. In this blog, one of our Social Media Ambassadors, Sofia, shares the practical tips that helped her thrive academically during her time at the University of Bristol.

Chevening offers more than a degree - it’s a chance to change direction. For 2023 scholar Samarjeet Thapa, it meant moving from international development into business through a hands-on MBA at the University of Bath. With support from the Chevening community and real-world experience, Samarjeet’s year in the UK was a bold step toward a new future.

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. 

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.