Chevening programme invites mid-career professionals from Overseas Territories to apply before May 15 deadline
Media release from Government House:
What if your work could shape how the world understands your territory?
The Chevening Overseas Territories in the Atlantic and Caribbean British Library Fellowship provides the opportunity to do just that.
This fully funded, year-long fellowship is open to mid-career professionals from Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Montserrat, St Helena, Turks and Caicos Islands with the ambition to connect their heritage, research and contemporary perspectives with international audiences.
The successful applicant will gain first-hand exposure to rare primary sources that may reshape understanding of regional identity and history, be invited to publish blogs under the umbrella of a world-renowned institution and will have increased international academic visibility
What’s included:
• 12-month fellowship placement at the British Library
• Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship
• Return economy airfare
• Allowance package for fellowship-related activities
• Up to £1,000 for approved project-related expenses
This unique opportunity is open to one exceptional candidate who can bring their expertise to the British Library and help redefine how this world-leading cultural institution collects, preserves and represents the Caribbean and Atlantic Overseas Territories in its collections.
Are you ready to represent your territory?
Apply now at: chevening.org/fellowship/chevening-overseas-territories-in-the- atlantic-and-caribbean-british-library-fellowship/
Applications close on Friday, 15 May
