Gates Cambridge Annual Report published

  • May 4, 2022

The scholarship’s impact on Cambridge, on our scholars, and on the wider world over two decades has been truly impressive. As you will see from this report, our scholars and alumni are meeting the programme’s aim of creating a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others in countless ways.

Professor Stephen Toope, Vice Chancellor and Chair of the Gates Cambridge Trustees

The Gates Cambridge Trust’s Annual Report 2021 is now available. It includes a summary of the Trust’s work during the year and the impact of our scholars and alumni in Cambridge and across the world. You can also read about our 20th anniversary celebrations, the many activities of our scholars and alumni, our impact in numbers and our financial position.

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