Opportunity can come in the form of a contest, an interview, an idea that attracts attention, or a courageous decision. While studying through a scholarship, taking part in a programme or launching your own project are all exciting, they can lead to doubt and require effort and perseverance. Having the right support on that journey can make a huge difference.

At Santander we’re committed to helping people, students and entrepreneurs prosper. That’s why we’re working to support talented people by opening doors to scholarships and programmes and backing projects that seek to help them grow and transform their lives. Check out below a series of point-of-view videos where several voices answer the same question — short, honest stories about the opportunity they seized, how it came about, and how the support they received helped them take the next step.