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Creating opportunities for cultural dialogue

We aim to build mutually beneficial relationships between people in the UK and other countries, and to increase appreciation of the UK's creative ideas and achievements.

Through our work we aim to create trust, understanding and respect between people of the UK and other countries, and encourage honesty, commitment and openness to difference.

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Our seminars
Through our seminars we aim to seed knowledge, learning and networks and create opportunities for cultural dialogue.

The emphasis at each seminar is on interaction and participation. Typically, the seminars have 25 participants – often from as many countries – last four to five days and take place in towns and cities around the UK. The seminars are facilitated by leading experts from the UK and around the world, all of whom are at the forefront of their fields. Stimulating intellectual and social programmes ensure a memorable and rewarding visit to the UK.

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Arts
Photographer: Marcelo Capotosti If you work in the arts or creative industries our seminars give you an opportunity to share innovative ideas and develop new approaches to your work. Find out more
Science
Photographer: Marcelo Capotosti Our science seminars promote excellence in international science and aim to develop understanding of the role of science in society. Join us and find out more.
Society
Photograph: Marcelo Capotosti Working with both government and civil society our seminars advance debate, knowledge and skills and aim to strengthen good governance and human rights around the world.
Education
Photograph: Marcelo Capotosti For those working in education our seminars provide an opportunity to discuss the latest developments in the UK's education sector and to share best practice from around the world.
English
Photograph: Marcelo Capotosti Join English language professionals from around the world to share creativity, innovation and best practice in English language teaching. Don't miss our latest English language seminars
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