Reflecting on Change – Exploring an international disability arts programme
A report on the impact of the British Council's international disability arts work by Tim Wheeler. Includes discussion of current issues, case studies and resources.
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Soft power and a cultural relations approach to cultural heritage protection
Cultural heritage protection is a route to powerful and effective cultural relations by bringing partners together to protect, nurture, dignify and celebrate the source of identified value.
British Council’s Global Perceptions Survey 2021
The Global Perceptions 2021 mini-report gauged the perception of the UK and other leading nations among young people in 20 countries.
The DICE Research and Development Fund - International Digital Cultural Relations
Research report: study looking into what International Digital Cultural Relations can look like based on the experiences of 20 digital partnerships across six countries.
Brand Britain Wins
Once again the UK tops the charts in its attractiveness to young people polled across the G20 countries.
A decade of opportunity for an ambitious Global Britain
New report from the British Council APPG calls for an ambitious, sophisticated and well-funded soft power strategy to support UK trade, diplomacy and leadership over the next decade.
Introducing Scott McDonald, new Chief Executive of the British Council
It’s a real pleasure to introduce this latest edition of Insight, and to introduce myself as I take up my post as the British Council’s new Chief Executive.
Culture, climate change and co-operation in a networked world
As the UK prepares to host COP26, new research and events show how soft power can help foster dialogue and agreement on climate change.
Global Britain: the UK’s soft power advantage
At this crucial turning point we offer new insight into the UK’s standing in the eyes of young people around the world.
Building resilient bilateral relations for a more competitive world
New research highlights the unique role that cultural relations plays in maintaining dialogue and co-operation between nations during challenging times.