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A busy market scene of colourful crafts, food vendors, and people browsing and buying goods.

Creative and Cultural Districts in Thailand

A study of four creative districts in Thailand, focusing on the unique features of their creative ecosystems and the interlinks between hubs and neighbourhoods.

Harry Potter and the drivers of trust

Why Harry Potter is a leading emissary of British attractiveness and values, and his little-known link with the British Council.

On trust

New British Council research explores the importance of trust to the UK's future prosperity. Alice Campbell-Cree, author of the report, discusses the findings.

Culture: Building resilient communities

Research report: the Edinburgh International Culture Summit report.

Woman working at her flower stall in Hyderabad, India

Activist to entrepreneur: the role of social enterprise in supporting women's empowerment

July 2017: We shed light on the growing role that social enterprise is playing in support of women’s empowerment.

Cities, prosperity and influence

March 2017: How can cities shape their own destinies and help address urban, national and international challenges?

'This report clearly shows that the creative and cultural industries possess many assets, including creativity and respect for tradition.'

Creative Cities in Pakistan

November 2016: We look at the creative industries in Hyderabad, Peshawar, Multan, Gilgit and Quetta in Pakistan.

Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in the UK

October 2016: Gender equality in the UK, from the perspective of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Think global trade social

September 2015: How business with a social purpose can deliver more sustainable development.

Cultural and Creative Industries in Pakistan

2014: This report examines the broad potential of the creative industries to boost the economy, create jobs and celebrate cultural identity in Pakistan.