A role for tertiary education in girls’ basic education
Forthcoming British Council research explores the role of tertiary education in equitable and sustainable development, including its support for basic education.
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Creative innovation in the East Asia arts and culture sector
In the second of a series of articles on the international impact of COVID-19 on the arts and cultural sector, we consider the experience in East Asia.
The UK is the most attractive country in the G20
The UK tops the world as the most attractive country for young people across the G20.
Developing young people’s resilience to violent extremism
The UK is taking a leading role in contributing to our understanding of the complex question of how to prevent violent extremism. We examine a new report with evidence from leading experts.
How we are adapting our work during COVID-19
During this public health crisis, the British Council is innovating at a pace you might not expect from an 86-year old organisation.
Soft power and COVID-19
Mona Lotten, Head of Policy Insight at the British Council discusses the impact of COVID-19 on soft power relationships with Jonathan McClory, Portland.
Boys and Languages in the UK
Boys in the UK are under-performing when it comes to learning foreign languages. We look at why this matters, and what can be done to improve it.
Next Generation Zimbabwe Report: A Hustling Youth in the 'Jewel of Africa'
40 years after Independence, young Zimbabweans are striving to find their place. They face environmental hardships, a struggling economy, and a challenging political system.
The sources of soft power
The UK has a new government with a new mission: to promote a truly Global Britain. Soft power must play a vital role. But what are the most effective components of soft power?
On British Art and Culture in Europe
Sonia Boyle was announced as our next representative at the Venice Art Biennale, and we take a look at the UK’s complex but important place in the rich culture of Europe.