The British Council in Ghana is gearing up to celebrate a remarkable milestone as it commemorates 80 years of impactful cultural relations.
With a legacy deeply rooted in fostering connections, understanding, and trust between Ghana and the United Kingdom, the British Council Ghana has announced a series of events and initiatives to mark this significant occasion.
Under the theme, ’80 years of building connections understanding and trust; turning legacies and lessons into innovation and impact,’ the anniversary celebrations are poised to honour the organization’s rich history and its impact on generations of Ghanaians.
The exciting lineup of events includes co-sponsoring the ‘unsung category’ in the upcoming Telecel Ghana Music Awards in June, hosting a music summit, and organizing masterclass workshops on the music business for artists and industry players.
Additionally, there will be a dissemination event to share insights from commissioned research on the contribution of UK Alumni to national development, and an awards night to recognize partners and staff for their contributions.
The Country Director of the British Council Ghana, Nii Doodo, expressed pride in the organization’s achievements.
“As an organisation, we are very proud of our achievements as one of the organisations that have profoundly impacted the lives of young people in Ghana over the years. Through this anniversary, we seek to consolidate our gains, celebrate our successes, and continue the legacy of exposing young people to global opportunities,” he stated.Â
Since its establishment in 1944, the British Council has sought to develop and improve relations between the United Kingdom and Ghana through programmes that showcase its expertise in sectors such as pre-tertiary and higher education, TVET, Arts and culture, among many others.
Over the past 80 years, the British Council Ghana has achieved numerous milestones, including investments in developing Ghana’s human capital through scholarship initiatives, support for entrepreneurial efforts of young men and women, and fostering best teaching and learning practices between schools in the UK and Ghana.
Through its various projects, such as Blazing Trails, the Challenge, the Innovation for African University (IAU), So-Creative E-Learning, VET Toolbox and the Investment Climate Reform Facility, the British Council has supported thousands of young Ghanaians with skills and resources to succeed in their entrepreneurial endeavours. Additionally, initiatives like the then DFID Global School Partnerships and Connecting Classrooms have facilitated cross-cultural exchange and collaboration between schools in Ghana and the UK.
As the British Council Ghana celebrates its 80th anniversary, it reaffirms its commitment to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust, and nurturing the next generation of leaders and changemakers in Ghana.
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