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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Terri-Anne Hamer (CF 2025) spoke at the FEVACA Conference at the Møller Institute, presenting work from the University of Essex's Voices of Care Leavers project alongside Chris Nicholson and Kaya Ranson.
By Terri-Anne Hamer, 9 November 2026
Terri-Anne Hamer (CF 2025) spoke at the FEVACA Conference at the Møller Institute, presenting work from the University of Essex's Voices of Care Leavers project alongside Chris Nicholson and Kaya Ranson.
By Terri-Anne Hamer, 9 November 2026
Rebecca Payne reflects on how her Churchill Fellowship challenged her expectations about the role of technology in rural healthcare. Drawing on visits to Australia and Alaska, she shares how simple, reliable technology, local healthcare workers, and well-connected services can improve access to care in remote communities. Rebecca explores how this learning could help shape rural healthcare in the UK, where technology must support – rather than replace – the people delivering care.
By Rebecca Payne, 5 November 2026
Lucy Lawson (CF 2026) has received widespread media coverage following her recognition at the Scotland Loves Local Awards for her work revitalising Bathgate town centre.
By Lucy Lawson, 5 November 2026
Maria Roberts (CF 2023) spoke at the National Suicide Prevention Alliance's conference in London, joined the UK and Ireland Suicide Prevention Roundtable, and delivered an online session with Discovering Liveability at the University of Edinburgh.
By Maria Roberts, 30 October 2026
Stephen Watkins reflects on how his Fellowship helped strengthen the case for a national eating disorders strategy in the UK. Drawing on learning from Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden, he explores how nationally coordinated approaches can improve access to care and outcomes for people and families affected by eating disorders. Since returning, Stephen has shared his findings with ministers, policymakers, providers, and service user and carer organisations, helping to inform emerging national guidance on eating disorder support.
By Stephen Watkins, 29 October 2026
Nacressa Swan (CF 2006) produced Escaping Idi Amin, a two-part BBC documentary series exploring the experiences of Ugandan Asians expelled from Uganda in 1972.
By Nacressa Swan, 28 October 2026
Erica McInnis (CF 2016) developed and delivered a five-week Emotional First Aid: African Psychology in Action course in North Manchester, in partnership with NHS Manchester and the Rainbow Centre, and was featured by the British Psychological Society for Black History Monthh.
By Erica McInnis, 26 October 2026
Arabella Tresilian (CF 2024) presented findings from her Fellowship to staff at Children's Hospice South West, exploring culturally responsive communication and conflict resolution in palliative and end-of-life care.
By Arabella Tresilian, 26 October 2026
Sarah Yardley (CF 2024) has developed Rewilding Healthcare, a visual, research-based framework at University College London. Drawing on research into palliative and mental healthcare, it explores how healthcare systems can be designed around relationships, trust and shared responsibility rather than control and fragmentation.
By Sarah Yardley, 26 October 2026
Daphne Franks (CF 2025) met with representatives to discuss proposed safeguarding changes and is sharing her work through talks on Power of Attorney abuse, financial abuse, and predatory marriage.
By Daphne Franks, 26 October 2026
Daphne Franks (CF 2025) met with representatives to discuss proposed safeguarding changes and is sharing her work through talks on Power of Attorney abuse, financial abuse, and predatory marriage.
By Daphne Franks, 26 October 2026
