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One of our Connection Through Culture winners is coming to China! Join us in Beijing to celebrate UK - China arts talent!
So excited to be flying to China next week to host artist talks, an in conversation + zine workshops with my lovely new collaborator Funa Ye + our very talented producer Burong Zeng 💓✨ If you’re in Beijing, please come along! @cn_British @BritishArts #connectionsthroughculture
📢 We’re excited to announce that the British Council will join #COP29 in Baku from 11-22 Nov 2024!
We’ll showcase the innovative work in arts, education, and the English language, empowering youth and working together on climate solutions🌍.
🔗 bit.ly/4eTHBiM
⚽️The celebrations culminated in a community showcase event following a 4-day course for school and grassroot football coaches. 🇨🇳🇬🇧
We're celebrating 15 years of #PremierSkills in China, our partnership with the Premier League. Since 2009, over 6,300 grassroots coaches, referees, and teachers across 28 cities have been trained, helping to inspire more than 1 million young people!
Find out more here: bit.ly/4dW9pl2
Last week, we celebrated 15 years of @premierleague and British Council partnership in China🇨🇳.
Since 2009, over 6,300 coaches, referees and teachers across 28 Chinese cities have been trained through @PremierSkills, reaching more than 1 million young people. ⚽️
This week, we celebrated 15 years of #PremierSkills in China with a fantastic event in Beijing! ⚽️
Read more👇 #PLMoreThanAGame
premierleague.com/news/41494…
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What's it like to take part in one of the biggest school trips ever organised?
⭐1,197 students
⭐157 teachers
⭐ 61 schools
⭐ 11 days in China
'This trip has made me more excited about studying Mandarin and studying it more in the future.'
🎬 Watch the video now 👇🏽
BritishCouncil China retweeted
✈️🇨🇳 Don’t miss the story of the record-breaking trip to China!
📽️ The #MandarinExellence students had an incredible language learning adventure, and we’re excited to share their experiences! Look out for the final film this week.
Find out more: bit.ly/3LmqwAQ
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🇨🇳 As the #MandarinExcellence students complete their language learning adventure in China, they reflect on the amazing experiences and lessons they've learned. 🌏✈️
Find out more about the MEP study visit: bit.ly/3LmqwAQ
BritishCouncil China retweeted
🇨🇳 The #MandarinExcellence visit to China has been an amazing language learning adventure!
1,197 pupils from 61 schools have been engaging in an extensive cultural and language-learning programme, and connecting with pupils in Chinese schools throughout the experience.
BritishCouncil China retweeted
🇨🇳The #MandarinExcellence students are engaged in intensive language learning in China, building on years of hard work in the UK.
This week, they’ve been busy developing their language skills and participating in a range of activities.
BritishCouncil China retweeted
A record-breaking number of students are visiting China this week as part of the @MEP_Excellence programme: nearly 1,200 pupils and 157 teachers from 61 schools.
They'll connect with local pupils to advance their language and intercultural skills. ucl.ac.uk/news/2024/jul/bigg…
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A record-breaking 1,200 students are undertaking the most ambitious international school trip of its kind this month as part of the @MEP_Excellence programme, led by @IOE_London with @educationgovuk @Schools_British @BritishCouncil ucl.ac.uk/news/2024/jul/bigg…
ALT Mandarin Excellence Programme students in Guangzhou (credit: Guangdong University of Foreign Studies)
ALT Mandarin Excellence Programme students take part in a local school cultural activity (credit: Sichuan Normal University/ LI Rui, British Council)
ALT Mandarin Excellence Programme students holding their Chinese paintings (credit: Beijing Language and Culture University)
ALT Mandarin Excellence Programme students learning a Chinese dance (credit: Tianjin Normal University)
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🌏✈️ The Mandarin Excellence Programme's record-breaking trip to China is underway!
🇨🇳 1,197 pupils from 61 schools are embarking on an educational tour in China to improve their Mandarin skills and explore Chinese culture.
#MandarinExcellence
Three years before Stonewall, trans sex workers & drag queens rioted against police violence at Compton's Cafeteria.
'Compton's 22', directed by Drew de Pinto, revisits this pivotal moment.
Watch: youtu.be/HijqmMx6qo8
Part of #FiveFilmsForFreedom with @BFIFlare
Follow Andi as he steps into a world of new beginnings in 'The First Kiss' by @miguelLfuente
A film about love, courage, and first connections, watch here: youtu.be/O_59ZhnlDmM
Share the love with #FiveFilmsForFreedom @BFIFlare
🖊️ 'Cursive' by Joe Borg and directed by Isabel Steuble-Johnson, tells the story of finding one's voice through the elegance of handwriting. A journey of self-discovery awaits.
Share your thoughts with #FiveFilmsForFreedom
Watch: youtu.be/0ZcARrmDtOQ
@BFIFlare #BFIFlare
Can love find a meeting point?
'Halfway', by Kumar Chheda, captures a pivotal moment for a couple as they navigate Juhu Beach. 🇮🇳
A story of love, patience, and finding middle ground.❤️
Watch: youtu.be/CRp6t2e0F8Y
Share the love with #FiveFilmsForFreedom @BFIFlare
Introducing 'Little One' by Clister Santos, a moving portrayal of family life through the eyes of a same-sex couple in Manila.
Part of #FiveFilmsForFreedom 2024, it's a must-watch for anyone who believes in the power of love.
Watch: youtu.be/WKLPlwefvOA
@BFIFlare #BFIFlare
The countdown to #FiveFilmsForFreedom 2024 is on! 🎬🌈
As we approach our 10th annual showcase with @BFIFlare, join us in embracing LGBTQIA+ stories that inspire.
Watch 13 - 24 March for free online
➡️ britishcouncil.org/five-film…
#LoveIsAHumanRight #BFIFlare
🐉Today is Chinese New Year's Eve.
Together with our #MandarinExcellence students, we wish everyone a Happy Chinese New Year and good luck in the Year of the Dragon🐲!
#YearOfTheDragon #ChineseNewYear
We’re excited to be providing Festival Travel Grants to mainland China!
We’re offering grants of up to £3,000. Each festival is only eligible to receive one grant per year, with 10 grants available in this round.
Apply now: bit.ly/CNtravelgrant
Deadline: 29 February 2024
