Chevening's impact

Cheveners use the knowledge, skills, and networks they gain in the UK to influence positive change. Find out more about how they're tacking climate change, improving women's rights, advancing technology, and more.

“Chevening represents the very best of the UK and the world. I am continually inspired by their passion and commitment.” – Emma Hennessy, Head of The Scholarships Unit at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

Our impact reports

2022-2023 Impact Report

2022-2023 Impact Report

We celebrate the accomplishments of Chevening Alumni across continents and industries in our 40th anniversary year.

2021-2022 Impact Report

2021-2022 Impact Report

Read about the remarkable achievements of our scholars and alumni in 2022.

2020-2021 Impact Report

2020-2021 Impact Report

Take a look back at the incredible work of our Chevening community in 2021.

Cheveners tackling climate change

Introducing the climate warrior: Anote Tong’s journey

Introducing the climate warrior: Anote Tong’s journey

In September 2004, President Anote Tong of Kiribati made history at the United Nations General Assembly by highlighting the urgent need for action on climate change, sparking a global movement for climate justice and earning him the title of 'climate warrior.'

Cheveners challenging inequality

Championing inclusion: A Chevening scholar’s contribution to UK education policy

Championing inclusion: A Chevening scholar’s contribution to UK education policy

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.

Mental health Driving innovation in mental health care

Driving innovation in mental health care

We hear from Chevening Fellow Ranga Wimalasuriya about his mission to disrupt mental health care in the UK, and globally.

Cheveners embracing science & technology

Dr Heesun Chung Leading forensic science collaboration between South Korea and the UK

Leading forensic science collaboration between South Korea and the UK

Chevening Alumna Dr Heesun Chung is Professor and Dean at Chungnam National University. Since her Chevening year in 1990, Dr Chung has developed a collaborative forensic science programme between South Korea and the UK.

William Tan Accomplished Paralympian turned Chevening Scholar

Accomplished Paralympian turned Chevening Scholar

Chevening Alumnus William Tan is an accomplished neuroscientist and sportsman from Singapore. Looking back on his Chevening journey, William shares his memories from the UK.