British Council Romania

We’ve just wrapped up Media Literacy in the Age of AI, part of the British Council’s Youth Connect programme that is bringing together young leaders to explore one of today’s most urgent topics: how AI is reshaping the information we see, share and trust.

The programme took place in Cyprus, Greece, France, Ireland, Romania and the UK (Scotland and N. Ireland) uniting youth voices across Europe and the UK.

In a world of algorithm-driven feeds, synthetic content and fast-spreading misinformation, media literacy is no longer just a skill, it’s a form of civic empowerment.

Over the past months, participants worked collaboratively through trainings, ideathons and international exchanges to:
⬩ sharpen critical thinking and identify bias, manipulation and disinformation
⬩ understand how algorithms, data and platforms shape public discourse
⬩ explore ethical questions around privacy, online behaviour and responsibility
⬩ co-create innovative solutions: from apps to campaigns, promoting responsible media engagement

From local workshops across Europe to a final international study visit, the programme connected emerging changemakers with experts, researchers and policymakers - turning ideas into action and empowering a new generation of digital leaders.

The result? A growing network of young people equipped not just to navigate the digital world — but to shape its future for the common good.

Find out more via the link below:
🔗 https://ow.ly/4KuG50Z8BJ0

Last Call: 6th Online Colloquium on Early Plurilingualism

👉 Join us on Wednesday, 10 June, in partnership with the Goethe-Institut Paris to explore how language-responsive teaching and CLIL can support children’s multilingual development.

📅 On Wednesday, 10 June 2026
🕝 2.30–4.30 pm CEST
📍 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free registration

https://ow.ly/tipZ50Z7xTR

Career Essentials Series: thrive in the transforming workplace

📅 Thursday 11 June | 12.00 – 13.30 BST | Online
Register your free place: https://ow.ly/u5eA50Z7u7Y

The workplace will experience more change in the next five years than it has in the previous twenty. AI is a key driver – even for non-technical roles. Green skills are also in rising demand. This session explains what employers are looking for in the ever-changing workplace and how you can position yourself for success.

Hear from industry experts and careers professionals as they share insights on emerging skills, career strategies and future trends.

This free webinar is for any final-year international students and graduates of UK universities. Join us to:

👉 Stay ahead of emerging workplace trends.
👉 Understand how to adapt and thrive in a changing environment.
👉 Gain actionable insights from leading experts and employers.
👉 Build the skills and mindset needed to succeed in the future of work.

In France, Manon Luquand is helping women turn ideas into businesses – even when confidence isn’t there yet at the start.

Through workshops, coaching and pitching sessions, women build skills, test ideas and step into entrepreneurship on their own terms.

It’s about more than business plans – it’s about belief, confidence and backing yourself. 💡

https://ow.ly/s36150Z66k6

Missed our about the power of community research?

Good news — the full session recordings are now available 🎥: https://ow.ly/zVEg50YVWgc

Catch up on practical tips and actionable techniques on using community research to influence the issues that matter most.

Venim mai aproape de voi!

Pentru a asigura condiții optime și un acces mai rapid pentru toți candidații, am deschis noi locații disponibile pentru examene digitale:
📍 Arad: Casa Corpului Didactic "Alexandru Gavra" Arad, Strada Mucius Scaevola 9
📍 Bacău: Școala Comercială, Str. Pasajul Revolutiei nr.3 et.4

Accesați site-ul pentru datele de examen: https://ow.ly/JQYP50Z7Ako

When was the last time you painted the town red? 🖌️🔴

In English, this means to go out and enjoy yourself in a lively way! 💃🕺

Check out our latest post for more colourful idioms.

Can you think of any others?

A showcase of outstanding science communication talent at the Games of Science 2026 National Final 🔬

On 17 May at ARCUB in Bucharest, 16 early-career researchers from across Romania came together to present their work live, sharing science in clear, creative and engaging ways.

As part of the National Final, the British Council was delighted to support the Special Award for Science Communication in English, recognising the most compelling presentation delivered in English, one that sparks curiosity and demonstrates excellence in clear, engaging communication.

This year’s British Council Award winners were Sara Brașcanu (Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași / Universitatea „Alexandru Ioan Cuza” din Iași – Faculty of Physics) and Joshua Biro (PhD in Education, University of Oradea / Universitatea din Oradea), both recognised for outstanding English-language presentations that truly engaged the audience. 🏆 The award was presented by our Country Director, Abdi Hassan and Andreea Stroica, Education Manager.

The overall Games of Science 2026 winner is Laura Cotogoi-Mușcinschi, Master’s student in Biomedical Electronics within the Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications at Politehnica University of Timișoara / Universitatea Politehnica Timisoara, awarded for her excellent science communication performance.

Congratulations to all participants for making science accessible, engaging and inspiring, and to Games of Science, our trusted and valued partner!

📷 © Games of Science

How is your IELTS preparation going? 📚

If you’re doing well in your practice tests and feeling confident, there’s an idiomatic expression for that. You can say ‘so far, so good’.

Share more sentences you can say with ‘so far, so good’ in the comments. 💬

Find more free prep on our website. ✍️
https://ow.ly/66bP50Z65zr