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UK Branch of the Gulbenkian Foundation. Promoting transnational collaboration for stronger arts and civil society ecosystems. gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/

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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
We're hiring! Join our team as a Communications and Programmes Officer and contribute to the Foundation's grant-making activities from our London office. Deadline 20 Sep gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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We're hiring
The UK Branch is recruiting a Communications and Programmes Officer to help deliver its grant-making and activities. Apply by 20 September.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
As the Foundation celebrates 70 years of grant-making this month, we share highlights and findings from UK grants provided in 2025 - from a regional cultural plan to the government's strategy for engaging the public on climate. gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Highlights from 2025 activities of the UK Branch
As the Foundation celebrates its 70th anniversary, read about activities and grants the UK Branch provided in 2025.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Visual art from three-London based artists exploring food and belonging at Food Museum, Stowmarket. The first solo exhibition and newly commissioned work from Angolan artist Sandra Poulson at Nottingham Contemporary.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Beginning in 2027: The first solo exhibition by Portuguese-Mozambican artist Eunice Pais at Paragon Studios, Belfast. An artistic investigation into nocturnal species by Nestor Pestana at Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham. Photography of bathhouses by Attilio Fiumarella at Trinity Community Arts
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Projects taking place in 2026: Cinema performance by American-Portuguese artist Mars de Silva Saude (Negation) at Experimentica live art festival, Chapter, Cardiff. Film screenings in Edinburgh at the Jali Film Weekender dedicated to the Angolan collective Geração 80
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Congratulations to the recipients of our first Exhibitions Fund! 7 projects featuring artists from Portugal or Portuguese-speaking African countries have been selected. The showcases will take place at non-profit galleries, museums and festivals in all four nations. gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Applications are open for a Civic Tech Exchange Programme that will bring together professionals from the UK and Portugal working at the intersection of democracy, citizenship and technology. Deadline 28 May. Read more and apply: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Civic tech UK-Portugal exchange programme
Portuguese professionals working to promote citizenship, democratic participation and civic innovation can apply now for the exchange programme
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European Press Prize @europeanpressprize.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
💫 Join us in Lisbon on 3 June for the European Press Prize 2026 — a full day of conversations, live journalism, bold investigations, and the celebration of Europe’s finest journalism at the @cgf-uk.bsky.social. We can’t wait to welcome you: www.eventbrite.nl/e/european-p...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Our latest newsletter is out. Read about our work to promote international exchange in the arts, civil society and climate sectors: mailchi.mp/gulbenkian/m...
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Latest news from our grant-making and partners
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
What happens after receiving €1 million in unrestricted funding? This feature in Alliance Magazine shares stories from recipients of the Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity who have gone on to make incredible strides for climate, biodiversity and community action www.alliancemagazine.org/blog/e1-mill...
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€1 million of unrestricted funding: Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity winners on what they’ve accomplished - Alliance magazine
The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation’s annual Prize for Humanity recognises individuals and organisations driving extraordinary climate action. The €1 million award is given to grantees no-strings-attac...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Final days! Arts organisations in the UK can apply for up to £30K of funding via Gulbenkian Exhibitions Fund. The fund supports contemporary arts showcases by artists from, or living in, Portugal or Portuguese-speaking African countries. Apply by Mon 27 April, 12pm gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ou...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Gabriel Abrantes presents his first solo exhibition in the UK at @gasworkslondon.bsky.social. Bardo Loops is a four-film installation in which animated ghosts converse in a dystopian future. Two upcoming curator tours are open to the public. More: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Gabriel Abrantes presents first solo exhibition in the UK
Bardo Loops will be exhibited at Gasworks in London this Spring, with support from the Gulbenkian Foundation for Abrantes' first solo exhibition.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Interstitial Cinema: The Films of Artavazd Pelechian screened at @barbican.bsky.social tonight and the Institute of Contemporary Art tomorrow with support from the Foundation. The montage artist is described as "a well-kept secret for cinephiles." opencitylondon.com/2026-festiva...
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Interstitial Cinema: the films of Artavazd Pelechian - Open City Documentary Festival
Artavazd Pelechian is one of the greatest montage artists in modern cinema. He was born in 1938 in Armenia, then part of the Soviet Union, and studied at VGIK in Moscow from 1963-68. Over the next thi...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
The work of @citizensinpower.bsky.social in the West of England is a model for how other local authorities can work with arts organisations, NGOs and local people to successfully create citizen-led policy and ideas that speak to local realities.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
We were pleased to read ACE's constructive response to the Hodge Review, particularly the recognition of citizen-led culture. "At the heart of all the activity we’re proposing...is a commitment to giving citizens the power to shape what happens in their communities."
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Congratulations @culturecommons.bsky.social @trevormacf.bsky.social for years of advocacy with Westminster, Mayors, peers and civil society. The achievement shifting this Bill signals recognition that culture is a cornerstone of local governance, strengthens communities and delivers public value.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
* Funding for art exhibitions available - apply by 27 April * Non-profit organisations in the UK can apply for Gulbenkian Exhibitions Fund - supporting showcases of art from Portugal and Lusophone African countries. Grants up to £30K available. Apply now and share: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ap...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
"If we are to secure a liveable future, we must invest in building trust-based relationships with communities and empowering citizens to shape the decisions that affect them." Read 6 common principles learnt from funding citizen participation projects: gulbenkian.pt/en/read-watc...
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The six principles of quality public participation
The outcomes of the projects supported by the Climate Participation Initiative (2024–2025) highlight the role of public participation in accelerating climate action.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Filmmaker and artist Gabriel Abrantes presents his first solo exhibition in the UK. Visit 'Bardo Loops' at #Gasworks in South London from 15th April, supported by the Foundation. www.gasworks.org.uk/exhibitions/...
Image of a gallery featuring two pieces of art by artist Gabriel Abrantes.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
“When women lead, forests are better-protected, community governance is stronger and climate solutions are more ​sustainable” Activist, agronomist and Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity Winner Cécile Ndjebet is one of @reuters.com 12 Trailblazing Women in Climate. www.reuters.com/sustainabili...
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Twelve women carrying the flame for climate action despite the headwinds
It’s been a tough year for anyone working on the climate agenda. The Trump Administration’s repeal of the endangerment finding, the legal underpinning of U.S. climate regulation, was a coup de grace, ...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Spread the word to artists or organisations who might be eligible. Find out more and apply: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Gulbenkian Exhibitions Fund open for applications
Applications open until 27 April for UK arts organisations. The fund will support showcases of art from Portugal and Portuguese-speaking African countries.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
The funding can be used for visual arts, film, moving image and performance-based exhibitions by living artists from, or based in Portugal or Portuguese-speaking African countries. Projects should take place between June 2026-Aug 2027.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Grants of up to £30K are available for non-profit institutions or organisations in the UK, including museums, festivals and biennials.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Arts organisations in the UK can now apply for Gulbenkian Exhibitions Fund! Our new initiative will support showcases of contemporary art from Portugal and Portuguese-speaking African countries. Learn more...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
The webinar will present emerging research on the sector, delivered by the Field Società Cooperativa, Fondazione Santagata per l'Economia della Cultura and KEA European Affairs. The project aims to build a picture of what socially engaged arts mean in different European contexts.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Join an interactive webinar tomorrow from the Alliance of Socially Engaged Arts to: 🔮 learn trends shaping the sector and what will enable organisations to thrive 💭offer feedback on the Alliance's work 10 Feb, 10am CET - register here: www.allianceforsociallyengagedarts.org/alliance-com...
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It's time to Champion Socially Engaged Arts in Europe
In this blog, we highlight how socially engaged arts are driving social change across Europe, and how our alliance aims to accelerate and amplify that impact.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
A series of devastating storms have hit Portugal and damaged communities across the country. The Foundation has announced €5m towards emergency support, working with national and local entities in affected areas t.co/waoSp2sg5S
Image of tree that has fallen due to a storm, with text in Portuguese saying the Gulbenkian Foundation has announced 5 Million Euros in emergency funding to help affect communities
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
🎙️From 23 February we invite arts organisations to apply for Gulbenkian Exhibitions Fund. The initiative supports contemporary art from Portugal or Portuguese-speaking Africa to be showcased in the UK. Grants of up to £30K will be available for non-profit institutions. gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Funding for arts exhibitions to launch this month
Gulbenkian Exhibitions Fund will open on 23 February for UK arts organisations to feature art from Portugal or Portuguese-speaking countries.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
The Citizens' Cultural Plan is the first of its kind, with recommendations from public spaces to creative education proposed through a citizens assembly. Read about our involvement and next steps to test the ideas with support from @esmeefairbairn.bsky.social gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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First citizen-mandated cultural plan
The Citizens’ Cultural Plan for the West of England is the first to be shaped by residents. It was supported by the UK Branch.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Last chance to nominate! Deadline 30 January, 5PM GMT The Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity awards €1 million to extraordinary climate action for people and the planet. Winners receive global visibility to scale their work and inspire change. Learn what the Jury looks for: gulbenkian.pt/en/the-found...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
The Gulbenkian Foundation is proud to have supported the project with seed funding in its infancy, alongside @artscouncilengland.bsky.social, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, @esmeefairbairn.bsky.social and the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority. Learn about the approach: citizensforculture.info
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
The plan has widespread support from policymakers, local authorities and arts and culture leaders. The novel Citizens Assembly and inclusive process has been described as "a shining example of how we can put communities at the heart of cultural decisions" (Lisa Nandy MP).
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Developed over two years by people across West England, the plan makes recommendations for public spaces, schools, local authorities, funders and cultural organisations, aiming to make culture more accessible for all.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
A region-wide cultural plan, for 1.2 million people, designed by citizens? Meet the #CitizensforCulture Regional Cultural Plan. Congratulations @citizensinpower.bsky.social, @trinitybristol.bsky.social and partners for this ground-breaking project. citizensforculture.info/report/
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Citizens Assembly Report - Citizens For Culture
Arrow Copy 3 DOWNLOAD THE CULTURAL PLAN + REPORT An introduction to our Plan: Because the Cultural Plan and Citizens for Culture Report document is 120 pages long, we are excited to be creating an int...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Who do you think could win this year's €1 million prize to accelerate their climate work? 🔁 Repost or tag someone whose work deserves global recognition.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
The esteemed Jury include @miguelbaraujo.bsky.social, @pik-potsdam.bsky.social Johan Rockström, Carlos Lopes, @stanforddoerr.bsky.social Rob Jackson, Friendship NGO Runa Khan, @sdiazecology.bsky.social, @cseindia.bsky.social Sunita Narain & Chair, Angela Merkel.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Since 2020 the Jury, chaired by Angela Merkel, has awarded €6 million to accelerate climate action – from ecosystem preservation in Antarctica to sustainable agriculture projects in Egypt and India. gulbenkian.pt/en/the-found...
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Impact – Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity
Learn about how the Prize has enabled individuals and organisations to tackle climate change and meet the Prize winners.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Nominations for the 2026 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity close in two weeks! 📣 The €1 million prize recognises extraordinary climate leadership. Do you know a person, organisation or group delivering real climate action for people and the planet? Nominate them today: gulbenkian.pt/en/the-found...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
🌊 What does the ocean mean to you? 🌊 How do you feel as a coastal citizen? Are you in or near Plymouth? 'There is No New Water' invites local people to explore civic ocean action through creative workshops. Learn more about Take A Part's project, supported last year by Gulbenkian: lnkd.in/eMcfHHsn
Image of waves with title of project: 'There is no new water'
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
🌍Can you think of a climate pioneer? The €1 million Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity recognises the people behind extraordinary climate achievements. Nominations for the 2026 Prize are open – help the Jury find a winner by sharing the news or nominating. gulbenkian.pt/en/the-found...
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Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity
The 1 million euro prize recognises outstanding contributions to climate action and climate solutions that inspire hope and possibility.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
We begin 2026 sharing the UK Branch's new strategy which places international collaboration at its core. We continue to support the arts, climate and civil society sectors, with a focus on UK-Portugal connections. gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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New strategy supporting transnational collaboration for stronger arts and civil society ecosystems
The UKB aims to strengthen arts and civil society by supporting transnational exchange between Portugal and the UK.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Congratulations to @climateoutreach.bsky.social, @ashden-org.bsky.social, the ACE Coalition and all others who helped secure the first UK Government public participation strategy for climate. Here we explain what this means, and why we supported those behind the work: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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UK Government publishes first climate public participation strategy
The UK government has released a long-awaited strategy for how it will involve people and communities in the policies and decisions that will help tackle climate change and nature loss. This is a significant step towards a fair, democratic transition, and is something that partners of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation have been advocating for years.“Energising […]
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Happening now - tune in to the launch of Diasporan Perspectives, a think tank for Armenian research. Watch a discussion at the UK Branch exploring diasporan topics with speakers including professors @vickenche.bsky.social and Armine Ishkanian. loom.ly/SNqTQUc @lseinequalities.bsky.social
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Launch of Diasporan Perspectives
Diasporan Perspectives commissions, publishes and disseminates new research in the social sciences focusing on the Armenian Diaspora and Armenia.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
This week the Gulbenkian Foundation launches a new Armenian think tank – Diasporan Perspectives – via a livestreamed event. The think tank will commission and share social science research, and convene Armenian leaders, policy makers and experts. Watch event: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ne...
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Launch of Diasporan Perspectives
A new think tank for the Armenian Diaspora launches at the Foundation's UK Branch.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Nominations for the 2026 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity are open! The €1 million Prize recognises extraordinary climate leadership and proven achievements that benefit people and the planet. Learn more and nominate: gulbenkian.pt/en/news/nomi...
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Nominations open for Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity 2026
The €1 million Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity helps accelerate proven, impactful climate action that benefits people and the planet.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Congratulations to Runa Khan & @friendshipngo.bsky.social for the Earthshot Prize win! Runa is a Jury member of the Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity and represents its mission championing a holistic approach to climate action. gulbenkian.pt/en/news/eart... @earthshotprize.bsky.social
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Earthshot Prize awarded to Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity jury member
Friendship, a non-profit founded by Runa Khan, Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity juror, wins the 2025 ‘Fix Our Climate’ Earthshot Prize.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Why benchmark your Board? This new tool from Cultural Governance Alliance & @cloreleadership.bsky.social helps cultural organisations assess whether they're encouraging a diverse board and helps embed EDI into governance. Try it for your org 👇 culturalgovernancealliance.org/benchmarking...
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Benchmarking tool - Cultural Governance Alliance
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Calling creatives, civic leaders and change-makers - youth entrepreneurship programme supported by Gulbenkian, The Agency, invites you to join an online roundtable on 18 November to connect and reimagine the future of youth-led changemaking. Sign up and share: wearetheagency.co/events/the-p...
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The Power of Youth Leadership — The Agency. Change Makers.
Young people aren’t waiting for permission, th ey’re alrea dy driving change in communities across the UK. Change isn’t happening for young people, it’s happening with them, and often because of...
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch) @cgf-uk.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
From 16-19 October, visit Earthworks in the Somerset House courtyard -a participatory sculpture exploring ecology and decolonial thought. Earthworks is by Portuguese-Angolan artist Mónica de Miranda, co-commissioned by the Gulbenkian Foundation. loom.ly/lV7PU8s
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1-54 - Earthworks & Courtyard Events
At this year's 1-54, the heart of the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court is transformed by Earthworks, a large-scale social sculpture by artist Mónica de Miranda.
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