Commonwealth Scholarship Commission In The Uk

Follow us live tomorrow from 5:30 PM (BST) on Twitter as we head off to @theroyalsociety to celebrate the CSC's 60th anniversary!
The research impact event will showcase high-quality research that aims to combat global challenges as well as achieving real world impact. Don't miss out! #CSC60th

#HappyMonday to all our #Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows! This week is #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. See a range of information and resources on the CSC website to ensure you get the right support during your scholarship.
Find out more here: http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/studentwellbeing /

Why does accessibility matter?
In partnership with DFID funded project HVT (High Volume Transport), the CSC is sharing thought-provoking content through use of articles, images and videos to hear from YOU about how we can design inclusive journeys across the Commonwealth.
Out latest share is the Disability Inclusive Public Transport booklet. This booklet has been produced as a guide to assist policy makers, politicians and practitioners to help build knowledge and awareness a...bout this topic and provide practical guidance to the issues to be considered around disability inclusion.
Find out how to answer key questions about accessibility and its relationship with transportation in the link below!
http://www.imcworldwide.com/…/HVT-Disab ility_v5A_SPREAD-com…
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Building a globalised research system – the case of Bangladesh
The internet has had a double impact on scholarly communication in the global south, making it easier for these countries to access research and also making research published in these countries more accessible.
Find out more from our Commonwealth scholar Haseeb Irfanullah who discusses how Bangladesh has adapted to this new scholarly communication system, highlighting the need for strong research infrastructures and quality standards if countries such as Bangladesh are to break out from ‘scholarly isolation’.

How do we make Public Transport more inclusive for women?
On International Women’s Day, gender, health and social change expert Ann Keeling, a member of the High Volume Transport (HVT) Technical Advisory Panel, authored a blog post for HVT, where she highlighted how high volume transport inclusive of women’s needs can change their life chances and benefit everyone.
What do you think? Find out more from the article below and let us know what you think in the comment section b...elow!
The CSC is in partnership with HVT to help contribute to the design of inclusive transport across the Commonwealth. HVT is funded by DFID to increase access to transport services, more affordable trade routes, and safer, lower carbon transport in low income countries
If you are a Commonwealth Scholar or an Alumni then join and participate in Designing Inclusive Transport Systems: Commonwealth Scholars Discussion Group on LinkedIn below!
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13688077/
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CALL OUT to all our #Commonwealth scholars! Take part in the #Commonwealth Scholars' Choir run by the Commonwealth Music Council. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/2PqPCRa and apply here: https://bit.ly/2UBdZg1

Waste does not exist: there is only post-trash
An opinion piece from SciDev.Net about the need for changing the way we think about materials in order to achieve sustainability.
Read the article below and let us know what you think!

A CALL OUT: Are you a Commonwealth Alumni in Dominica?
Stay connected with fellow alumni in Dominica by helping us to create a local alumni association!
If you are interested in meeting with fellow Commonwealth Alumni living in Dominica, contact the CSC at alumni@cscuk.org.uk
... We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Applications for #Commonwealth #Medical Fellowships are open!
The CSC aims to identify talented individuals who have the potential to make change.
Find out more about the fellowship, eligibility criteria and how you can apply here: http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/apply/medical-fe llowships/
... Deadline is 13 May 2019.
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The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) and Taylor & Francis Group are delighted to announce Ruksana Haque Rimi and Fred Ikanda as the Scholar and alumni winners of the 60th anniversary (2019) Taylor & Francis Commonwealth Scholar Best Journal Article Prize.
Find out more about their research and achievement below!

80 Commonwealth PhD and Master’s Scholars attended the ‘Maximising your impact: training for development’ workshop, held at Cumberland Lodge between 15-17 March.
Our Commonwealth scholars learned effective public engagement, communication, bid-writing skills and knowledge to build and develop partnerships. They enjoyed the diverse networking opportunity, the interactive nature of the workshop and the practical skills gained to support their development impact.
Pictures taken ...from the workshop is available in the link below: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cscuk/album s/72157677567246157
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Alumni mark Commonwealth Day 2019
Commonwealth Day 2019 was held on 11 March. To mark Commonwealth Day, the CSC invited alumni to apply for funding to organise events or engagement activities on or around Commonwealth Day which promoted or address this year’s theme 'A Connected Commonwealth'.
19 events took place across the Commonwealth, organised by alumni and local alumni associations.
... Find out more here:http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/…/alumni- mark-commonwealth-day-20…/
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It was World Health Day yesterday and the CSC is committed to ensuring that everyone can obtain the care they need, when they need it, right in the heart of the community.
Millions of people still have no access at all to health care and millions more are forced to choose between health care and other daily expenses such as food, clothing and even a home.
See image below for a glimpse of what we are doing to ensure there is #HealthForAll across the Commonwealth.

How do we tackle pollution using plants?
Our Commonwealth scholar Eucharia Nwaichi, an environmental biochemist at the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria.
Eucharia experiments with plants, microorganisms and enzymes to uncover ways to control and ultimately reduce pollution in a place that has been devastated by oil exploration, industry and conflict.
... Find out more in the link below! https://www.chemistryworld.com/…/harnes sing…/3010307.article
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What does it take to make renewable energy work in rural areas? Delivering renewable energy to rural areas poses logistical challenges and many businesses also rely on subsidies to make them viable.
Find out more about the challenges and possible solutions from the article, produced by SciDev.Net below. Let us know what you think in the comment below!

Submit your application for the CSC's 60th anniversary now as the deadline is fast approaching! The CSC’s Research Impact Event will be held on 16 May in London.
Celebrate with us by showcasing your research. An email has been sent to all Scholars and Fellows with an invitation to apply.
For all enquiries, please email anniversary@cscuk.org.uk with the title “60th Anniversary Exhibition”.
... Hurry!
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A call out to our Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholars! Complete the annual CSC Distance Learning survey which will close in three weeks. The survey is designed to improve your scholarship experience.
Complete your survey in the link below: https://www.snapsurveys.com/wh/s.asp?k=15 4962670173

It's World Water Day today and our Commonwealth Alumni are showing their commitment to achieving #Water4All.
Take a look at the image below of our progress so far.
Find out more about the international day here:... http://www.unwater.org/world-water-day-20 18-2/
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