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/...

“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...

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...

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...

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

🎙️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...

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...

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...

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/

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...

🌊 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

🌍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...

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...

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...

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. https://loom.ly/SNqTQUc @lseinequalities.bsky.social

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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. https://loom.ly/lV7PU8s

88% of culture departments in cities now collaborate with environment teams. Today @worldcitiesculture.bsky.social launches the most comprehensive dataset on culture and cities, with a chapter on climate and culture supported by Gulbenkian Foundation: worldcitiescultureforum.com/report/5th-e...

Commissioned by Somerset House and the Gulbenkian Foundation, Mónica de Miranda's latest installation Earthworks will be unveiled in the Somerset House courtyard this Thursday. Visit for talks and experiences reflecting on ecology and decolonialism www.somersethouse.org.uk/whats-on/1-5...

Applications for Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study fellowships close on 15 Oct. 15 fellowships are available for international academics, artists and scholars to conduct research in a stimulating intellectual environment: gulbenkian.pt/en/bolsas-li...

The West of England Citizens’ Assembly has begun - a democratic, co-designed process supported by the Foundation to create a plan for culture in the region. 52 citizens met this month, with local online meetings this weekend. Read more: citizensforculture.info/news/citizen...

This new free guide, aimed at NGOs and climate and ocean professionals, provides a simple and practical framework to monitor and evaluate your work. The project was developed in partnership between @commsinc.bsky.social, Gulbenkian UK Branch, @packardfoundation.bsky.social & IOC-UNESCO.

What makes British art British? 🎨 A new exhibition at our Lisbon headquarters features work by Paula Rego, Eduardo Paolozzi & more to explore how dialogue, migration & cross-border influence have shaped Britain's artistic identity.

Our Learning Hub hosts evidence and tools for #Climate and #OceanAction practitioners looking to deepen their engagement. 🌊 👉Explore the toolkits and guidance and see how they can help in your work: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ou...

Thinking about ocean coverage ahead of #UNOC3? Learn what catches media attention & how #OceanStorytelling drives #SDG14, lifts voices & boosts accountability. 🎙️ @pulitzercenter.bsky.social @earthjournalism.bsky.social 🔗 Sign up: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... @cgf-uk.bsky.social

Stay inspired! 🌍✨ Sign up to our newsletter for the latest on culture, climate, and community action. Discover impactful projects and how we're shaping a sustainable future: tinyurl.com/4dzb7rx8

🚨 New report from @philea.bsky.social spotlights how philanthropy can support fair climate transitions in European cities — and we're featured! The Foundation's Climate and Ocean programme gives local communities a real voice in climate action. 🌍 Read more: tinyurl.com/2xveze2x

Join @commsinc.bsky.social for a powerful webinar on the role of media in ocean advocacy. Explore how storytelling can elevate marginalised voices, expose environmental wrongdoing and drive progress on #SDG14. 🗓️ Save the date and sign up!

Since 1956 the UK Branch has partnered with organisations to tackle complex global problems and create a more equitable and sustainable society. 👉Read more about our history: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ch...

How can local authorities influence local businesses to adopt sustainable practices? Join @climateemergencyuk.bsky.social's interactive workshops exploring how to engage businesses on climate action in a meaningful way. Sign up now! tinyurl.com/fw9k54zs

This #WorldEarthDay, we’re celebrate the power of collective action in addressing climate change.🌍 From ocean health to nature-based solutions, our partners are driving real impact.✨ Explore their stories: tinyurl.com/2998z7ac

95% of signatories of the International #PhilanthropyForClimate Commitment reported progress in their climate work. As one of them, we’re committed to continued action. Read the first-ever Progress Report: bit.ly/IntlPFCProgr... @wings_info @philea.bsky.social

🌊 Want to communicate more effectively? Check out our better practice principles for #oceancomms - a co-developed resource shaped by experts from across the world. ➡️ Available in English, Spanish and Portuguese. @cgf-uk.bsky.social

Our website hosts a selection of resources from our Civic Role of Arts Organisations programme. 👇Explore the toolkit and see how participation and collaboration can enhance civic arts: gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/ou...

How can we embed citizen-led decision-making into practice? 🗳️ From programming to policy, members of the @citizensinpower.bsky.social Network are testing new ways of sharing power—and learning a lot along the way. 📄 Explore the key insights: www.citizensinpower.com/all-resource...

🌊How can communications accelerate ocean-climate action? 👇This short report summarises calls from funders, NGOs, communicators and ocean strategists for more investment and strategic approaches to ocean comms @commsinc.bsky.social gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/pu...

We are the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (UK Branch), a European philanthropic organisation supporting art, knowledge and science for a more sustainable world 👋 We share: 📢Impact stories from partners 🌍 Highlights from our projects 📜 Insights from previous programmes ➡️ gulbenkian.pt/uk-branch/