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British Council’s research sheds light on Bangladesh’s youth development programmes

The British Council, in collaboration with the University of Leeds, recently published an insightful report on the impact of youth development programmes, titled “Non-Formal Education for Youth-Led Change: Youth Development Programming in Bangladesh”. This research was published at the British Council Auditorium on December 11.

Your guide to the British Council Women in STEM Scholarship

The British Council Women in STEM Scholarship aims to address the gender imbalance in STEM fields.

Stephen Forbes joins British Council in Bangladesh as the new Country Director

The British Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Forbes as the new Country Director for its Bangladesh operation.

Art without limits: Bangladesh hosts inaugural International Disability Art Festival

The National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy buzzed with excitement as the inaugural International Disability Art Festival 2024 commenced today, marking a significant milestone in arts and inclusivity.

Empowering Bangladeshi women: Mano a mano with Sara Zaker

Founded by Jude Kelly CBE, WOW - Women of the World is an international festival that started its journey in 2021 in Bangladesh. It organises community events nationwide by offering a platform to celebrate the voices of women and girls, whether living within or beyond the margins of society.

Stories from the British Council’s UK Alumni awardees 2023

Here are the stories of the British Council’s UK Alumni awardees 2023 in Bangladesh.

‘Where The Lotus Grows: A Return Home’ aims to explore Bangladesh through art

This project showcases a vibrant collection of artworks, including collages, sculptures, photographs, VR animation and poetry - that delve into the artists' thoughts and conversations about Bangladesh.

Dhaka DocLab, British Council collaborate to screen climate documentaries tomorrow 

Dhaka DocLab and the British Council are collaborating together to showcase a collection of four climate documentaries titled “Short Films on Water.” Taking place tomorrow, from 5 pm onwards at the British Council premises, this screening aims to shed light on the adverse consequences of climate change. 

A weekend of conversation, art and feminism

The festival included four exhibitions, namely Made in Bangladesh by Prachyanat, Voices of Bangladesh by iCan Foundation, Moheshkhali Exhibition by University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh and Hum Studio Interactive, and Auyoni: Beyond Sexuality by Ayreen Khan which were displayed at Gallery 1 of the BSA.

December 15, 2022
December 15, 2022

‘Artists Make Space’: Stories of survival, revival and reformation

The first piece of AMS is ‘Lost in Translation’ by visual artist Azizee Fawmi Khan. In search of the soul of a lost city, the artist traveled to Panam Nagar, collected some of its snippets—including the local folktales—and found a connection with the drama ‘Neel Darpan’ by Dinabandhu Mitra.

October 14, 2022
October 14, 2022

How teaching IELTS can be trickier than teaching General English

The webinar was led by Wendy Naylor, Consultant at The British Council, where she had an interactive discussion with the online audience regarding IELTS and General English.

January 17, 2018
January 17, 2018

British Council to give 7 scholarships for higher education

British Council Bangladesh is offering scholarship to seven people for higher education both in Bangladesh and abroad.

July 27, 2017
July 27, 2017

British Council unveils memorial for its martyrs

British Council in Dhaka unveils a memorial in honour of eight policemen who died defending the institution on the black night of March 25, 1971.

November 13, 2015
November 13, 2015

Shakespeare in a new light

Marking the global celebration of 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, British Council Bangladesh, in collaboration with UK's Graeae...

November 6, 2015
November 6, 2015

BBC's Int'l radio playwriting competition underway

Writers from around the world, including Bangladesh are invited to submit their scripts as the 25th International Radio Playwriting Competition has been opened for entries, says a press release.

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