British Council Croatia

04/12/2025

Calling all food lovers! Let’s dive into the delicious world of delicatessen vocabulary! Discover savoury words like 'salami' and 'mortadella' that will make your taste buds dance! 😋💃

03/12/2025

🎓 Systemic Barriers in Arts Education = Fewer Career Opportunities

In honour of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we share some of the insights from the research 'Learning to Change' authored by On The Move, and commissioned by Skånes Dansteater in the context of Europe Beyond Access with the support of the British Council, which show major gaps in how performing arts schools support disabled students.

📉 They have been asked asked to rate accessibility across 9 areas: no area meets the minimum standard. Support services, buildings, and timetables were among the lowest-rated.

➡️ The consequence
Many disabled artists never even apply, deterred by legal exclusions, inaccessible entry tests, and exclusionary institutional cultures.

🎭 Why it matters
Graduates of performing arts institutions are twice as likely to have participated in 15+ professional productions compared to those who didn’t attend. Access to education opens doors — and being denied it closes them.

🚨 It's time to break the cycle of exclusion. Let's reimagine arts education as truly open to all.

The report is launching today, go to https://ow.ly/EPhh50XzSOh for more information.



Europe Beyond Access co-funded by the European Union. The partners are: Skånes Dansteater (Sweden), Holland Dance Festival (Netherlands), Onassis Stegi (Greece), Oriente Occidente (Italy), Kampnagel - Internationales Zentrum für schönere Künste (Germany), CODA Oslo International Dance Festival (Norway), Centrum Kultury ZAMEK w Poznaniu (Poland), Project Arts Centre, Mercat de les Flors, Culturgest - Fundação CGD (Portugal). Associate Partner: British Council (UK). With the collaboration of Théâtre National de Bretagne (France).

03/12/2025

'Everything was going perfectly. However …'

The word ‘however’ lets you take your ideas in a different direction. It’s a great way to create contrasts and show more complex thinking in the IELTS test.

So let’s get some practice with ‘however’. Tell us in the comments how the story continues. ✍️

Find more free prep on our website. ✍️
https://ow.ly/geci50Xz1jx

02/12/2025

📣 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥!
🖥️🎬 Livestream available on 3 December

Don’t miss your chance! Registration for the 15th CoMuseum Conference closes soon. Join us for inspiring talks, masterclasses, and the latest trends shaping museums today: https://ow.ly/93YB50Xz16n

The CoMuseum is organised by The Benaki Museum and British Council Greece Arts – British Council.

01/12/2025

🆕 Learning to Change
New Report Launching December 3!

How accessible - or inaccessible - is performing arts education in Europe for disabled artists and cultural workers?

The new report 'Learning to Change: Accessibility in Performing Arts Training Across Europe', authored by On The Move, and commissioned by Skånes Dansteater in the context of Europe Beyond Access with the support of the British Council, investigates the accessibility barriers in higher education institutions across Creative Europe countries and the UK.

🔎 Based on surveys, interviews, and focus groups with disabled artists, higher education institutions, and cultural organisations, the report reveals both challenges and promising practices to shift from individual goodwill to systemic change.

📅 Join the online launch event on December 3, 11.00–13.00 CET, International Day of Persons with Disabilities: https://ow.ly/YUFp50Xz0Tw

👉 With interpretation in International Sign (IS) and spoken Spanish



Europe Beyond Access co-funded by the European Union. The partners are: Skånes Dansteater (Sweden), Holland Dance Festival (Netherlands), Onassis Stegi (Greece), Oriente Occidente (Italy), Kampnagel - Internationales Zentrum für schönere Künste (Germany), CODA Oslo International Dance Festival (Norway), Centrum Kultury ZAMEK w Poznaniu (Poland), Project Arts Centre, Mercat de les Flors, Culturgest - Fundação CGD (Portugal). Associate Partner: British Council (UK). With the collaboration of Théâtre National de Bretagne (France).

30/11/2025

🌟 For 85 years, the British Council has inspired generations in Spain through English, culture and education. We’re celebrating the past and looking forward to the future – together 💙
https://ow.ly/Vuvp50Xl5oA

British Embassy, Madrid

29/11/2025

Starting something new can feel overwhelming – whether it’s a hobby, a job or your IELTS preparation.

The English language has a useful idiom for this experience. When you’re new to an activity, we say you’re ‘learning the ropes’.

Tell us about the last time you had to ‘learn the ropes’.

28/11/2025

Hey busy learners! Struggling to fit English practice into your jam-packed schedule? Don’t worry, you’ve got this!

Get more English learning tips via our LearnEnglish website 👇 https://ow.ly/N2FM50Xl5hl

27/11/2025

Why is Black Friday called that way? Where did it come from? Check out five fun facts about this special day 👇

26/11/2025

Big news! We’ve just launched AI speaking practice in our flexible English online course.
Now you can keep learning between classes with short, smart speaking tasks that help you improve faster.

💬 Real-life conversations
👩‍🏫 Better prep for your next class
📄 Instant feedback you can use

Unlock your English: https://ow.ly/lBKw50XuAJ6

25/11/2025

Ready to bring some zen to your workday? Here are a few chill ways to practice mindfulness and boost your vibe! 🧘‍♂️

1️⃣ Make time for short mindfulness exercises.
2️⃣ Stay present and pay attention.
3️⃣ Make a list of things you're grateful for.
4️⃣ Avoid multitasking.

24/11/2025

Science shows watching cute animals is good for your health. From a red-throated loon landing on water, to good and bad hair days, check out the selection of the finalists in this year’s Comedy Wildlife awards 👇

From a red-throated loon touching down on water, to good and bad hair days, and an airborne squirrel, here is a selection of the finalists in this year’s Nikon Comedy Wildlife awards