British Council Alumni UK

🌍 Meet the new Alumni UK Regional Ambassador for MENA, Abedalrahman Alzghoul. Abedalrahman Alzghoul is a Jordanian social entrepreneur and founder of Bread for Education, a social enterprise transforming bread waste into resources that support education and community empowerment through circular economy solutions. He holds an MBA in Enterprise and Innovation from the University of Sunderland. ‘I am honoured to serve as Alumni UK Regional Ambassador for the Middle East from Jordan. I aim to connect UK alumni across the Arab region, highlight their impact, benefit from their expertise, strengthen collaboration, and inspire future generations to pursue education in the United Kingdom.’ - Abedalrahman Alzghoul, Alumni UK Regional Ambassador MENA 👉 Meet our new ambassadors and learn more about their work here. https://lnkd.in/dKDeh4PR 

🌍 Meet the new Alumni UK Regional Ambassador for East Asia, Dr Sheena Ramazanu. Dr Sheena Ramazanu is an academic leader and health policy advocate working across clinical practice, higher education, and international development. She is an alumna of The University of Manchester and champions Alumni UK and global collaboration. ‘Blessed and excited to serve as an Alumni UK Regional Ambassador, driving impact across Southeast Asia by bridging regional opportunities for alumni and students from all walks of life, while connecting changemakers and championing the transformative power of UK education.’ - Dr Sheena Ramazanu, Alumni UK Regional Ambassador East Asia 👉 Meet our new ambassadors and learn more about their work here. https://lnkd.in/dKDeh4PR

Gender equality champion CHEN JUN (C.J.) LUO, from Singapore, describes how Alumni UK unlocked mentorships which gave him the confidence to turn ideas into initiatives. If you are a final year international student or graduate of a UK university, why not unlock your free access to Alumni UK today: https://lnkd.in/eju75Pbc University of Nottingham British Council Higher Education Network - Asia Pacific #AlumniUK #Mentorship

🌍 Young people care deeply about climate change - but what support, skills and opportunities are needed to turn concern into meaningful action? Join this British Council webinar exploring new insights from the Next Generation series and upcoming climate skills research, and discover how we can better support young people in the green transition. 📅 26 May 🕜 13.30 (UK time) 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/dvcK7wRp Izzah Meyer Christine Wilson

Career Essentials Series: thrive in the transforming workplace 📅 Thursday 11 June | 12:00 - 13:30 BST | Online Register your free place: https://lnkd.in/eqRhBr7X The workplace will experience more change in the next five years than it has in the previous twenty. AI is a key driver—even for non-technical roles. Green skills are also in rising demand. This session, developed in partnership with GradLink UK, explains what employers are looking for in the ever-changing workplace and how you can position yourself for success Hear from industry experts and careers professionals as they share insights on emerging skills, career strategies, and future trends. This free #AlumniUK webinar is for any final-year international students and graduates of UK universities. Join us to: 👉 Stay ahead of emerging workplace trends. 👉 Understand how to adapt and thrive in a changing environment. 👉 Gain actionable insights from leading experts and employers. 👉 Build the skills and mindset needed to succeed in the future of work. #FutureOfWork #GreenSkills #AI #FutureProof #ProfessionalDevelopment #AlumniUK #CareerEssentials #LifelongLearning With our esteemed speakers: Shanton Chang, Professor, School of Computing and Information Systems, University of Melbourne Konstantina Dee, Alumni Careers Manager, University of Warwick Sam French, Responsible AI Specialist, Accenture Andrew McBean, Partner, Advisory Services – Technology and Digital Services, Grant Thornton Thailand Siobhan Qadir, Senior Careers Consultant, University of Warwick Sarina Ratnabhas, Data Scientist, Advisory Services – Technology and Digital Services, Grant Thornton Thailand

🌍 Meet the new Alumni UK Regional Ambassador for the Americas, Iryda Ontiveros, based in Mexico. Iryda Ontiveros is a Clinical Nutritionist specialising in gastroenterology and women’s health, with international experience across Mexico, the United States, Chile, and the UK. She holds an MSc in Clinical Nutrition with Distinction from the University of Nottingham and was awarded the British Council Women in STEM Scholarship. ‘My journey to UK education shaped my commitment to making scholarships visible and accessible to prospective students, while building an alumni community that strengthens connections, fosters mentorship, and creates opportunities for collaboration, career growth, and collective impact across the Americas.’ - Iryda Ontiveros, Alumni UK Regional Ambassador Americas (Mexico) 👉 Meet our new ambassadors and learn more about their work here. https://lnkd.in/dKDeh4PR

🌍 Meet the new Alumni UK Regional Ambassador for the Americas, Ricardo Marar, based in Brazil. Ricardo Marar is a lawyer and architect specialising in urban mobility and legal history. He is the Head of Institutional Relations and International Strategic Partnerships at ESA OAB-SP, and an alumnus of University College London UCL. ‘I am honoured to serve as Regional Ambassador. Every alumnus carries a unique UK experience to share that can inspire others. Together we amplify these voices, strengthening connections across the Americas, and build a collaborative network where all feel seen, valued, and empowered to create meaningful impact.’ - Ricardo Marar, Alumni UK Regional Ambassador Americas (Brazil) 👉 Meet our new ambassadors and learn more about their work here. https://lnkd.in/dKDeh4PR

Reminder about our exciting new regional focus career series, supporting international students and graduates to launch successful global careers. We kick off with a deep dive in to the UK job market ..... Did you study with a UK university and want to break into the UK job market? Join our free webinar to gain practical insights into UK careers, visa pathways, and what employers look for in international candidates. Succeed in the UK Job Market 📅 28 May 2026 | ⏰ 12:00–13:30 BST | 📍 Online 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/em3SD6hY With a fantastic panel of speakers: David Gee – Director, GradLink UK Alan Early – Strategic Engagement Lead, UK Visas and Immigration Martin Edmondson – CEO, Graduate Futures Institute Rhianna Skeates – Careers Consultant (International) Queen Mary University of London and Co-Chair Graduate Futures Institute International Task Group #AlumniUK #UKCareers #InternationalGraduates #RegionalFocusCareers

"Mentorship is not hierarchical, it is relational. It thrives in environments where knowledge is shared openly, where success is collective, and where leaders are intentional about lifting others as they rise." Our new Alumni UK regional ambassador for East Asia, Dr Sheena Ramazanu, shares her thoughts on leading without borders. #Leadership #Mentorship #AlumniUK

Ethical work campaigner and #AlumniUK #SDG ambassador Syed Saad Ali Pasha describes how Alumni UK helped him to unlock training and funding. If you are a final year international student or graduate of a UK university, why not unlock your free access to Alumni UK today: https://lnkd.in/esDVh4QE University of Glasgow