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How to apply webinar | 24 June 2026

Date
Wed 24 Jun 2026
Time
1pm – 2pm
Event format
Online
Location address
Online
Primary label: Webinar
Staff and UK Young Academy members work together on a flip chart

Could you be the UK Young Academy’s next member?

Join us for a free online webinar introducing the UK Young Academy and our current call for applications. Delivered by UK Young Academy staff and current members, the session will give you a clear picture of what the Academy is, the impact members are driving, and how to get involved.

You’ll hear first-hand reflections on membership and get practical guidance on eligibility, the application and reference process, and what makes a strong application stand out, finishing with a live Q&A with all speakers.

Ask questions and receive guidance to support your application ahead of the application deadline on Wednesday 15 July.

Organiser

UK Young Academy

UK Young Academy

UK Young Academy.

Agenda

1pm – 1.05pm

Welcome

1.05pm – 1.15pm

What is the UK Young Academy and why now?

This session will explain what the UK Young Academy is and why it is important now.

1.15pm – 1.25pm

Eligibility and the application process

This session will outline the eligibility criteria and provide a step-by-step guide to the application process for joining the UK Young Academy.

Charlotte Senior

Membership and Alumni Officer from UK Young Academy
Charlotte Senior is the Membership Officer and joined the UK Young Academy at the end of November 2023. As part of her role, she overseas member activities and development, facilitates member-led projects, and organises events for members and stakeholders, including the New Members’ Induction and Annual Members’ Meeting. She is also the project manager for the yearly call for applications. With previous roles spanning design to clinical reporting, Charlotte has experience in membership and public engagement, organising sell-out public events, and supporting individuals at all stages of their careers to develop new skills. Outside of work, Charlotte is a regular performer with the BBC Symphony Chorus and keen houseplant cultivator – casual hobbies which have grown exceedingly out of hand.
Charlotte Senior.

1.25pm – 1.30pm

What do Young Academies do?

This session explores the ways in which Young Academies contribute to wider global change.

1.30pm – 1.40pm

My experiences as a UK Young Academy member

UK Young Academy members share their insights and opportunities that have been available to them.

1.40pm – 2pm

Q&A with all speakers

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