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Building on Sri Lanka's established mediation system, this five-year partnership has strengthened the capacity for peaceful conflict resolution.

Teachers are critical frontline workers who support learners at times of crisis and promote more socially cohesive and peaceful societies.

Find out about our newly published global position paper drawing on multiple sources of evidence including inputs from partners and Ministries of Education.

As HESPAL marks 15 years, this article explores how the programme has shaped academic careers and strengthened institutions in Palestine.

STELIR strengthened Rwanda’s education system by boosting teachers’ English, embedding inclusion, and building sustainable national capacity through strong partnerships.

Inclusive Youth Empowerment supports young leaders in Egypt to drive community change, advancing gender equality and disability inclusion through dialogue and action.

Our World, Connected explores global issues through dialogue and research-led insight, building trust and reflection across cultures – and now a Signal Award Gold winner.

In January 2026, the British Council convened 120+ leaders at the inaugural KSA Schools Conference to advance future-ready leadership, skills and human capability under Vision 2030.

A new three-year partnership between the British Council and AACCUP will strengthen accreditation, internationalisation and English capacity in Philippine state universities.

Platforms for Dialogue built trust between citizens and authorities through inclusive local forums, strengthening accountability and civic participation beyond the project.

Through Linataawan Phase II, the British Council and EU strengthened civil society in Libya, creating safe spaces for dialogue, building trust and empowering youth for collective impact.

The British Council has joined two major UNESCO global education coalitions, strengthening its role in advancing inclusive, high-quality education and teacher development worldwide.

After Munich Security Conference 2026, leading experts argue that trust and soft power remain vital strategic assets in sustaining alliances and strengthening global cooperation.

EU-funded Dakchyata, led by the British Council in Nepal, reshaped TVET by uniting sectors, shifting mindsets, and building trust for an inclusive, sustainable skills system.

Written by: Kiros Langston, Head of English Programmes Maghreb

Marking 20 years of impact, UKIERI fosters UK-India collaborations in education and research. This article highlights its evolution, achievements, and future priorities.

Teaching for Success in Brazil applied the Principles for Digital Development, training 500+ teachers and reaching 100,000 students, earning recognition on the global stage.

Discover how the British Council’s EDGE programme is bridging gender gaps in education and digital access, empowering 20,000+ girls in South Asia with lasting impact.

The British Council’s Women in STEM Scholarships empower women worldwide with funding, mentoring, and study opportunities to break barriers and inspire future leaders.

EU-funded Maghroum’IN, led by the British Council in Tunisia, supports youth inclusion by empowering young people, boosting community ties, and fostering lasting impact.

The British Council’s €2.08M CONNECT initiative fosters peace, inclusion, and cultural collaboration through communities, festivals, and media.

Funded by the EU and BMZ, the British Council supports civil society, migrants, and host communities in the Horn of Africa through the Better Migration Management III programme.

Discover how artists are not just using but reshaping the future of technology.

Step into a world where cultural heritage meets cutting-edge technology to safeguard our shared stories.

Written by: Anne Duncan, President and Country Director British Council France; Sarah Bagshaw, Head of Arts France and Petya Hristova, Head of UK/France Spotlight on Culture

Written by: Naomi Nunn, ASEAN-UK Sage Programme, Southeast Asia

Written by: Hala Nur, Educational Consultant Team Leader

Written by: British Council – Colombia Codes team

Written by: Irene Danquah, Programme Manager and Marijke Greets, Technical Lead Knowledge Management

Written by: Bhogendra Lamichhane, Head of English and School Education and Sanjel Dinesh, Project Lead

Written by: Marta Brichova, Senior Consultant

The British Council has launched briefs on inclusive education, CPD, and leadership to share research and showcase programme impact in global education.

Written by: Sherri Aldis, Director of the United Nations Regional Information Centre for Western Europe (UNRIC)

Written by: Eirini Kareta, EU Programme Manager and Business Development

Written by: Amy Lightfoot, Director Insight and Innovation, English Programmes

Written by: Amy Lightfoot, Director Insight and Innovation, English Programmes

Who better to reflect on our 90-year journey than those who have been part of it?

What are the aspirations and challenges of young people in the UK?

Written by: British Council team

Written by: Yasmin Zaidi, Team Leader

Written by: Jacques Carstens, Team Leader

Written by: Mark Levy, Head of English Programmes, Spain

Written by: James Hampson, British Council Country Director, Pakistan

Written by: Amy Lightfoot, Director Insight and Innovation, English Programmes

Written by: Maddalaine Ansell, Director Education

Written by: Funda Demir, Education Manager and Ayşen Güven, Director of Education, British Council Turkey

Written by: Ewa Puzdrowska, Head of Education

Written by: Ben Evans, Head of Arts and Disability EU

Written by: Maria Nomikou, Senior Consultant, Non-Formal Education

Written by: Alice Wekesa, Senior Consultant (Gender)

English is one of the world’s most spoken languages, but will it remain this way?

Our latest study Global Perceptions 2023: How 18 to 34 year olds see the UK and the world.