The British Council, in partnership with the UK’s Department for Culture, Media, and Sport, organised a closing ceremony for the Varendra Research Museum Training Programme, an initiative of the Cultural Protection Fund, on 25 February 2025, at the Varendra Research Museum, Rajshahi. The Cultural Protection Fund is the UK’s primary
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British Council celebrates the achievements of the Commonwealth Scholars
The British Council Bangladesh hosted a Commonwealth Scholars Welcome Home event yesterday to celebrate the achievements of Commonwealth Scholars who recently returned after completing their studies in the United Kingdom. The event, held at the British Council premises on Fuller Road, brought together scholars, distinguished guests, and representatives from the
British Council, British High Commission host gala night
The British Council and the British High Commission have hosted the Alumni UK Gala Night, held on 16 January at the British Council Dhaka office. This prestigious event brought together more than 170 UK alumni, dignitaries, and guests to celebrate the achievements of the UK alumni and the transition from the
British Council publishes research on youth development
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 yesterday, 11 December 2024. This research is a collaborative effort
British Council held third ‘Next Generation Bangladesh’ research series
The British Council launched its third 'Next Generation Bangladesh 2024' research series on Wednesday at the British Council's Fuller Road auditorium. This is the third iteration of the Next Generation research series, where the first two reports were launched in 2010 and 2015 respectively. Around 120 distinguished professionals from government,
British Council celebrates CSC’s 65 years
The British Council celebrated the 65-years legacy of the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) with a special event at the British Council Auditorium on Fuller Road, Dhaka, on 05 October. The celebration featured an engaging lineup of activities, including panel discussions on entrepreneurship, innovation, and job creation. Adding to the excitement, a
British Council Partner Schools Principals’ Meet held
The British Council Partner Schools Principals’ Meet 2024 was held on September 29, at Radisson Blu Water Garden in Dhaka. This annual event aims to bring together school leaders from across the country in a dynamic environment to exchange ideas, share experiences, discuss challenges, and celebrate successes. During the event, the
British Council to celebrate gains of UK Alumni in Bangladesh
The British Council, the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational programmes, has announced the launch of its prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards. All UK alumni in Bangladesh are invited to submit applications for the 11th edition of the awards, which recognise the outstanding achievements of UK alumni worldwide.
Stephen Forbes joins British Council as country director
British Council has announced the appointment of Stephen Forbes as the new Country Director for its Bangladesh operation. Stephen, who brings over 20 years of experience with the British Council, will spearhead initiatives focused on education, arts, and the English language. Stephen's extensive background includes previous roles as Country Director in Sudan,
British Council, YPF hold workshop
The British Council in partnership with Bangladesh Youth Policy Forum (YPF) and in collaboration with the Department of Youth Development (DYD) of the Government of Bangladesh organised the first divisional workshop at the Hotel Metro International in East Bandar Bazar on February 13 in Sylhet, a press release said Thursday. Sixty