Introducing Our 2026 Churchill Fellows
We’re proud to introduce 109 new Churchill Fellows for 2026.
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Introducing Our 2026 Churchill Fellows
We’re proud to introduce 109 new Churchill Fellows for 2026.
Churchill Fellows Recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours
We are delighted to celebrate the Churchill Fellows recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours.
Launch of 'A Whole Society Blueprint for Suicide Prevention'
The Churchill Fellowship has launched a new report, A Whole Society Blueprint for Suicide Prevention, bringing together global learning, lived experience, and insights from Churchill Fellows working across suicide prevention between 2019 and 2023.
New office address from 1 June
From Monday 1 June 2026, the Churchill Fellowship team will be based at The Leather Market, 11–13 Weston Street, London SE1 3ER.
Call for contributors with lived experience of palliative and end of life care
We are seeking 2–3 people with lived experience of palliative and end of life care – whether as a patient, carer, family member or community advocate – to contribute to the concluding phase of the Churchill Fellowship Palliative and End of Life Care (PEOLC) Programme, delivered in partnership with Marie Curie.
Migration event: understanding immigration in polarised times
We were delighted to host 'Understanding and Shaping Immigration and Cohesion in Polarised Times', an event bringing together Churchill Fellows, charitable trusts, and organisations to discuss migration, integration, and cohesion. The event was co-hosted with the think tank British Future.
Activate: New Fund Launches for Fellows
In April 2026, we will re-open the Activate Fund to award grants of up to £30,000, helping Churchill Fellows turn their brilliant Fellowship ideas and learning into practical action.
Discover upcoming events from Churchill Fellows
Join our Fellows at events happening across the UK and online, where they share the global insights and learning gained through their Churchill Fellowships.
Join our team: Two new roles now open
We’re excited to be recruiting for two new roles that will play a key part in supporting our work with Churchill Fellows across the UK. We're looking for a Development Manager and an Activate Manager – apply by 28 November and 3 December, respectively.
New Advisory Council Member
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Noel Nelson to our Advisory Council – the expert body that helps shape the direction of our Fellowship.
New Advisory Council Member
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Noel Nelson to our Advisory Council – the expert body that helps shape the direction of our Fellowship.
New Trustees and Chair Designate
The Churchill Fellowship announces it has appointed Marina Brounger and Mark Damazer CBE to its Board of Trustees. In addition, Mark Damazer has been named Chair Designate and will formally take up the position of Chair of Trustees on 1 January 2026, when The Hon. Jeremy Soames concludes his tenure after nine years as Chair.
New Trustees and Chair Designate
The Churchill Fellowship announces it has appointed Marina Brounger and Mark Damazer CBE to its Board of Trustees. In addition, Mark Damazer has been named Chair Designate and will formally take up the position of Chair of Trustees on 1 January 2026, when The Hon. Jeremy Soames concludes his tenure after nine years as Chair.
Churchill Fellowship launches three new programmes
We’re excited to announce the launch of three brand-new Churchill Fellowship programmes – opening for applications on 2 September 2025. Building a society that cares, Building prosperous and resilient economies, and Making space for the arts. Each offers a unique opportunity to explore global ideas and bring fresh thinking to the UK on some of the biggest issues we face today.
In Remembrance: Sir Brian Clarke
We are deeply saddened to share the news of the death of Sir Brian Clarke, Churchill Fellow and former Advisory Council member and Trustee of the Churchill Fellowship.
Connect and Inspire 2025: Welcoming our New Fellows
We were thrilled to welcome our 2025 Churchill Fellows to London for their first in-person gathering, Connect & Inspire, to support them to begin shaping their Fellowship journeys.
Introducing Our 2025 Churchill Fellows
We’re excited to introduce our 118 exceptional new Churchill Fellows for 2025.
We're Hiring a Research & Engagement Manager (Maternity Cover)
We’re hiring a Research & Engagement Manager (12-month maternity cover) to lead the delivery of strategic Fellowship programmes and sector engagement across four of our core themes. Apply by Friday, 4 July at midnight.
Advisory Council Updates
We’re delighted to share recent updates from our Advisory Council. We celebrate Professor Andrew Rowland OBE, recognised for his services to safeguarding and the protection of children’s rights and welcome new member Lindsay Graham, a 2014 Churchill Fellow with a wealth of experience in social justice and food insecurity.
Churchill Fellows Honoured in 2025 Birthday Honours List
We're proud to celebrate the Churchill Fellows who have been recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List for their exceptional contributions to their fields.
Highlighting the impact of the Activate Fund
Launched as a pilot, the Activate Fund powers Churchill Fellows to turn bold ideas into real-world impact. From business incubators to cancer support programmes, Fellows like David Morgan, Anna Wardley, and Ceinwen Giles are sparking change across the UK.
We're Hiring a Director of Engagement
We’re hiring a Director of Engagement to help amplify the impact of our Fellows and strengthen our networks! This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape strategy, build partnerships, and drive meaningful change across the UK. Apply by Monday, 31st March 2025.
We're Hiring a Director of Engagement
We’re hiring a Director of Engagement to help amplify the impact of our Fellows and strengthen our networks! This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape strategy, build partnerships, and drive meaningful change across the UK. Apply by Monday, 31st March 2025.