Arts, Education and Society

Arts is a cornerstone of the British Council’s mission to create a friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and the wider world. We find new ways of connecting with and understanding each other through the arts, to develop stronger creative sectors around the world that are better connected with the UK.

Our work in education focuses on internationalising education, sharing the UK’s expertise and innovation globally, and bringing partners together to work on projects. We encourage international students to get a UK education and UK students to experience life abroad. We bring schools around the world together, so young people and teachers from different countries can learn from each other.

Our work in society helps citizens and institutions contribute to a more inclusive, open and prosperous world and connects local issues to global themes, ranging from social action to diversity and youth issues. We run programmes in partnership with local and international organisations who provide expertise in areas such as youth and social entrepreneurship, equal opportunity and diversity, migration, social inclusion and engagement, and active citizenship.