About us
We connect people with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK to build lasting relationships around the world.
Our services
The British Council develops long term strategic partnerships with other organisations to deliver mutually beneficial programmes. Learn more...
Where we are
We have offices, teaching centres and libraries in 110 countries.
Visit one of our websites to find out more about the services on offer in your country.
How can we help you?
Global Xchange
Global Xchange is a partnership programme managed and delivered by the British Council, Voluntary Service Overseas, and local partners around the world. Read about one volunteer’s experiences.
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Linking Classrooms around the World
The British Council manages a host of projects that provide opportunities for schools in England to engage with schools in the rest of the world. Read one teacher’s account.
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Challenge Europe - Low Carbon Futures
We are launching a new project aimed at building a dynamic network of
Climate Advocates. We are looking to recruit a group of people in England who want to make a real difference to the climate change debate in the UK and internationally.
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How we developed from small beginnings, to become an international organisation.
