Pru Life UK is co-funding two Filipino Chevening scholars this year, adding to its six alums since supporting the Chevening Scholarship Programme 2018. The scholarship, a UK government initiative, aims to develop global leaders and has a history of supporting Filipino scholars studying in the UK. Jennivabe Allan and Ana Lourdes Cosme, two Filipino Chevening scholars, are leveraging their experiences to drive meaningful change in a world marked by conflict and environmental degradation. Allan, a police officer and educator, led the “Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism” (PCVE) education campaign, influencing over 2,000 individuals to stand against terrorism and advocate for peace.
Jennivabe’s work in integrating former rebels into the Philippine National Police through a specialized training program under the Bangsamoro Organic Law highlights her commitment to unity and reconciliation. Her leadership is rooted in the belief that education and collaboration are vital in preventing terrorism and fostering lasting peace.
With advanced education in the United Kingdom, Jennivabe aims to return to the Philippines and be better equipped to develop and implement peace-building strategies, ultimately contributing to a more stable and secure nation.
For Ana Lourdes Cosme, justice is fought on the seas. As a maritime and environmental law expert, Ana has committed her career to preserving the Philippines’ marine ecosystems. Her leadership roles at the University of the Philippines Institute for Maritime Affairs and Law of the Sea (UP IMLOS) have seen her spearhead initiatives to protect Philippine waters from the destructive impacts of illegal fishing, pollution, and climate change.
Ana’s advocacy extends beyond the courtroom; she educates fisherfolk on legal remedies, mentors future environmental lawyers, and advises policymakers on crucial environmental issues. She aims to strengthen the legal frameworks that protect the Philippines’ rich marine biodiversity, ensuring a sustainable future for the nation’s waters.
With a Chevening scholarship, Ana aims to enhance her ocean governance and environmental law expertise, ultimately empowering the Philippines to protect its invaluable marine resources better.
Jennivabe and Ana are two of the 21 scholars who make up the Philippines’ Chevening cohort for 2024. “Supporting the Chevening Scholarship allows us to empower future leaders dedicated to building a more resilient and prosperous society, aligning with our mission of creating lasting impact in the Philippines,” says Pru Life UK Senior Vice President and Chief Legal, Government Relations, and Sustainability Officer Atty. Paul Anthony Mandal.
Since 2018, Pru Life UK has partnered with the British Embassy in Manila for the Chevening Scholarship Programme, which allows young Filipino professionals to take up a one-year Master’s degree program in the UK.
