What we do

Arts is a cornerstone of the British Council’s mission to build trust and understanding between people around the world. We connect artists, cultural organisations, and creative industry professionals in the UK, Morocco, and beyond to exchange ideas, collaborate, and create.

In Morocco, our Arts work brings together artists and cultural institutions with peers in the UK to foster collaboration, exchange, and shared creativity. We support inclusive spaces across all art forms, strengthening the UK’s reputation for excellence while engaging with Morocco’s dynamic cultural scene. Through residencies, exhibitions, festivals, and joint projects, we support inclusive opportunities across all art forms, strengthen networks, encourage skills exchange, and connect artists with wider audiences.

A key focus of our work is supporting emerging artists and arts organisations, creative hubs, and festivals. By enabling meaningful collaboration between artists, cultural organisations, and industry actors, we promote audience development, broaden access to diverse cultural expression, and empower the next generation of cultural leaders, contributing to a more vibrant creative sector in both Morocco and the UK.