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New Voices in Cultural Relations Prize 2026

Winning dissertation of the New Voices in Cultural Relations competition 2026.

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Arts and disability in Romania: From fragmented practice to a national framework

This research explores arts and disability in Romania, providing an evidence-based foundation to strengthen cultural participation, representation, and opportunities for disabled people.

Cultural Mobility and Connection: Ireland and the Four Nations of the UK

This report explores UK-Ireland arts and cultural connections. It makes suggestions to drive growth, insight and partnerships in the cultural ecosystem between Ireland and the four nations.

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Regional perception poll on the ASEAN creative economy

This new report explores the evolving landscape and strategic needs of the cultural and creative sectors within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

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Resilience in precarious times: early career researchers driving global collaboration

Reflections on international research collaboration through the ISPF Resilient Planet Symposium.

Understanding the impact of transnational education: insights from UK TNE alumni

By surveying and interviewing UK TNE graduates, this study explores the impact of UK TNE on alumni and the local environments where they live and work.

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Arts and technologies in China: Connecting futures

‘Arts and technologies in China: Connecting futures’ maps the landscape of arts and technologies in Mainland China as the country emerges as a global technological powerhouse.

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UK cultural diplomacy in Europe 1989-2025

A research collaboration to inform UK soft power strategy.

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A guide to arts and culture opportunities in Mainland China

A practical guide to China’s fast-changing cultural landscape, offering insights, case studies and recommendations for UK artists and organisations.

Next Generation Kazakhstan

Next Generation Kazakhstan provides an understanding of young people’s perceptions, aspirations, priorities and key needs in Kazakhstan today.