Working together to shape a better world.

Our Human Stories are back with a bang! Dive into the remarkable journeys of individuals transforming their communities and beyond. This edition features inspiring narratives from diverse regions, showcasing the power of collaboration, innovation, and resilience.

Sneak Peek:

  • Empowering Researchers: Discover how young researchers in Spain and Portugal are breaking barriers in communication and networking through the ‘Researcher Connect’ programme.
  • From Olympic Gold to Leadership: Meet a former Olympic gold medalist who is now leading the National Olympic Committee of Lithuania and inspiring youth through sports.
  • Virtual Reality in Education: Learn about a groundbreaking Turkey-UK collaboration that's revolutionizing digital education and reducing carbon emissions with VR technology.
  • Championing Diversity: Be inspired by an English teacher from Spain who is fostering a deeper understanding of diversity in her classroom through her own experiences.
  • Breaking Self-Boundaries: The story of a woman who studied Art History and ended in Business, and now encourgages others to study in the UK. 
  • Fostering Inclusion: How a UK photographer is working with Uzbek deaf peers to break barriers.

Explore these stories and more, celebrating the resilience, innovation, and leadership of individuals making a difference across Europe. 

About Human Stories
This publication collects stories from remarkable individuals who have actively participated in the British Council's English, education, arts, and culture programmes, enriching Europe for over eight decades. Their journey not only expands their professional and personal horizons but also contributes to the transformation of society.

Join us as we celebrate the British Council Europe community in our latest Human Stories publication! 

Discover our stories here!

 

 

María del Mar Garriga Molina, English teacher and researcher (Spain)

‘I always think that every generation of students that leaves school after being in my class goes into society with additional knowledge about disability.’

 

Stephen Iliffe, photographer (UK)

'As a UK photographer, my “Deaf Mosaic” project aims to convey a simple yet powerful message: with the right support, deaf people can achieve anything.'

 

Daina Gudzinevičiūtė, President of the Lithuanian National Olympic Committee (Lithuania)

'Sports play a crucial role in helping young people discover and develop their full potential.'

  

 

Gonzalo Reguera, researcher (Spain)

‘The chance to network with other researchers has been invaluable in exploring new research ideas and building good relationships in my field of study’.

Sarai Lambert, Essex University alumna (France)

‘I spent the best five years of my life at Essex University. I met the most incredible people there and it gave me the foundation to allow me to then go out into the world and build the most amazing life in France.’

 

 

Professor Dr Oğuzhan Gündüz, Marmara University (Turkey)

'The Connect4Innovation fund provided us with the opportunity to introduce VR technology, which had just begun to be used in education in the UK, to Turkey.'

 

Discover our stories here!