About us - British Council

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The British Council is the UK's principal agency for cultural relations with other countries. Our purpose is to enhance the reputation of the UK in the world as a valued partner. We promote the UK in its entirety, reflecting and celebrating its cultural, ethnic and political diversity.

We are represented in 110 countries worldwide and have been present in Switzerland for more than fifty years. We work with the public and with professionals to build relationships and create opportunities through our work in education, arts and culture, science and society.

		Contact us
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		Where we are
		Find out about where we work and visit the websites around the world

		Diversity
		The British Council values the diversity of the UK and the other countries it works in and is committed to equality of opportunity. Find out more here.

		The British Council’s Child Protection Policy
		The British Council is a child safe organisation. The British Council has long been concerned about the welfare and safety of children and recognises that we have a fundamental duty of care towards all children we engage with. We take our responsibility seriously to ensure we are doing all we can to protect children from abuse, both from within and outside the organisation, and to take appropriate action if such abuse occurs. We have a new Child Protection Policy, which brings us in line with current international good practice and regulatory requirements. For more information, please contact us.

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