Our work in arts

Our work in arts and culture builds creative and collaborative global communities that inspire innovation, inclusion, and enterprise. 

We offer networking, funding, insight and resources to the UK and global creative sectors, supporting artists and cultural professionals to achieve their ambitions and realise their potential.

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Connections Through Culture 2026

Applications are now open for Connections Through Culture grants, supporting artistic collaboration between the UK and participating countries around the world. Apply by 12 August.

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Opportunities

Browse our current opportunities for artists and creative industry professionals, practitioners and organisations.

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Events

Our events bring together artists and industry experts to share creative projects, ideas and knowledge between nations. Join us in person and online.

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Resources

Explore our latest resources, including research, guides, toolkits and reports.

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Projects

Learn more about our latest projects.

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Selector live at SXSW 2026

Discover the sounds of SXSW 2026 thanks to our Selector Sessions live from the festival.

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Our World Connected podcast

Global conversations about culture, connection and empowerment.

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Our portfolio

Our portfolio of projects and programmes shares the diversity and distinctive creative voices of all four countries of the UK with global audiences, both face-to-face and online​. 

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