On 8 and 9 March 2021, the British Council hosted Interchange 21, a new online engagement event for Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni, organised on behalf of the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø. The objective of Interchange 21 was to create a space...
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Inspired to make a difference: stories from three Commonwealth Shared Scholars studying at Oxford Brookes
Every year the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø works with over 50 UK universities to provide Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for applicants from low- and middle-income countries. In collaboration with our university partners, we help to enhance internationalisation within UK higher education...
Post-scholarship impact event with Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni
In February, Commonwealth Scholars from London and the South East region came together for a special event to enhance academic networking and highlight the impact that research students can make after their studies. The event was jointly organised by the Regional...
Using climate models to predict extreme weather and tackle climate change in India
The COP26 summit in November 2021 will be a landmark occasion to drive action and consolidate international commitments on climate change. With many Commonwealth Scholars playing an integral role in climate research and initiatives, this year is sure to be a momentous...
Development and the media: empowering marginalised groups through solutions journalism
Journalism offers a way to inform and empower people and reframe the narrative around the developmental challenges they face. In December, we spoke to Hamna Iqbal Baig, a 2020 Commonwealth Scholar studying MA Multimedia Journalism at the University of Kent, about what...
Dr Dominique Thompson leads wellbeing workshops for Commonwealth Scholars
On 29 January we held the first of our wellbeing workshops on 'Coping with the ups and downs, when life gets difficult' for Commonwealth Scholars led by Dr Dominique (Dom) Thompson, an award GP and mental health expert with over 20 years of clinical experience caring...
ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Welcome Event for Commonwealth Scholars
On 11 December the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø held its virtual Welcome Event for new Commonwealth Scholars who began their master’s courses this term. The Welcome Event was hosted by Richard Middleton, Chair of the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø, and featured guest speakers Professor Rita Akosua Dickson, Dr Dominique...
Supporting entrepreneurs to thrive in Cameroon
In Cameroon, small- and medium-sized enterprises can struggle to secure investment to help their businesses and communities develop. We spoke to Femshang Muanze Charles, 2020 Commonwealth Scholar studying MSc Entrepreneurship Financing at Henley Business School,...
Virtual meet ups for our new Commonwealth Scholars!
The 2020-21 academic year is now well under way and we believe September and October was the perfect time to get to know our Scholars and welcome them to the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø family. We decided to hold a series of informal virtual meet ups, as a space where Scholars are able to...
Looking after health and wellbeing on World Mental Health Day
On World Mental Health Day, our Senior Welfare and Immigration Officer, Ratha Senthinathan, considers why good mental health is essential for a successful scholarship experience and highlights the support Scholars can access whilst studying. Taking care of your mental...