Chevening Youth Hub is an independent, Chevening alumni-led initiative inspired by Chevening Awards values and by the educational and leadership journeys of its team members across Chevening Awards, the University of South Wales, the British Council in Wales, and the wider UK higher education ecosystem.
Inspired by these experiences, we created a community that expands opportunities for young people and advances leadership, education, resilience, civic engagement, and positive social impact across conflict-affected contexts.
Learn Our StoryFigures that reflect Chevening Youth Hub's community impact over two years through guidance, professional development, and knowledge-sharing.
Participants benefited from guidance activities designed to strengthen their understanding of Chevening, develop their essays, prepare for interviews, and build confidence.
Participants joined knowledge-sharing sessions covering education, leadership, scholarships, career readiness, health, wellbeing, and professional development.
Chevening Youth Hub reached young people from seven fragile and conflict-affected contexts across the Middle East and North Africa.
Stories reflecting how guidance, knowledge, and community support contributed to young people's educational and professional pathways.
Operating across 7 fragile and conflict-affected contexts in the MENA region
Conflict-affected regions where we empower youth
Over two years, Chevening Youth Hub reached young people from seven fragile and conflict-affected contexts: Yemen, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Iraq, Libya, and Sudan. This regional reach reflects the Hub's commitment to making guidance, knowledge, and community support more accessible to young people facing complex challenges.
Our founding context. We support Yemeni youth through scholarships, leadership programs, and civic engagement initiatives.
Empowering communities through education, equality, and collaboration
Equipping young people with knowledge, leadership, and professional skills to drive meaningful change across fragile and conflict-affected contexts.
Empowering young men and women to lead dialogue, strengthen social cohesion, and contribute to peaceful, resilient, and stable communities.
Foster community-led initiatives that enhance resilience, improve quality of life, and support social cohesion, especially in conflict-affected areas.
Advancing fairness, inclusion, and equal opportunity by supporting young people to challenge exclusion, amplify underrepresented voices, and contribute to more just and equitable communities.
Real people. Real change. Across conflict-affected contexts.
Project Coordination & Professional Development (MASAR Alumna)
Mariam Al Qubati gained practical experience, professional mentoring, and greater confidence through her journey with Chevening Youth Hub. Supported by the Chevening Internship Pathway, part of the MASAR Programme, she progressed from intern to part-time Project Coordinator while accessing new career opportunities and regional participation in Dubai.
Community Leadership & Education
Rajaa's commitment to education in Palestine has created lasting change in her community. Through Chevening Youth Hub programs, she developed the skills to establish a community learning center that has served over 200 young Palestinians in accessing quality education.
Communications & Youth Engagement (MASAR Alumnus)
The Chevening Internship Pathway, part of the MASAR Programme, helped Tariq Mufaah strengthen his leadership and communication skills through practical experience, mentoring, and meaningful responsibilities. His journey led to regional participation in climate initiatives, innovation competitions, and continued professional growth while contributing to youth empowerment and community development.
