Stories from the Levant and Yemen

In a city where every corner tells a story, artist Sanaa Kordi is passionate about giving more women the space to tell their own. Our Beirut Creators video competition was an opportunity to do just that.

Film and theatre director Amr Gamal tells us how, with British Council support, he brought Shakespeare back to the city of Aden.

English teacher Mohammad tells us how taking part in our English teaching project is benefiting him, his fellow teachers and students.

English for Freelancers trainer Lama Obeid tells us how digital skills have changed her life and career as a young woman.

The British Council has profoundly shaped Rolla Khaddage's life, instilling in her a growth mindset and a newfound confidence.

‘To understand that “I can” and to have passed that on has been an invaluable gift I would not have otherwise had without my involvement with the British Council.’