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Churchill Fellows work on the frontline of today’s crucial issues, developing new solutions based on global research and personal expertise. In this section you can find their latest views and advice, news, activities and events.

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Fellows' updates

May 2026 Fellows' Update: Leanne Werner

Leanne Werner (CF 2023) was interviewed for Wicked Leeks, a digital news channel, joining the dots between food, farming & politics. She talked about her work aiming to spark an urban horticultural revolution in Britain – transforming what we grow in our cities

Blogs & conversations

In conversation with Ali Zafar: Redefining financial literacy and shaping policy

We spoke to Ali Zafar about how his Fellowship is shaping new approaches to financial education in the UK. After already founding LifeSmart, Ali used his Fellowship to explore why financial literacy remains low, learning from systems in Singapore, Vietnam, and Bali. His research has led to a new framework for understanding how financial capability develops, and has already informed updates to his work and contributions to UK policy discussions. Ali is now finalising his report and developing resources to share his findings across government, charities, and the private sector.

By Ali Zafar, 18 May 2026

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