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Pakistani artists can now apply for £15,000 grants from the British Council.

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The program is a component of an effort to encourage climate action by giving funding to South Asian artists and cultural groups in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Throughout the project’s duration, mentorship sessions will be provided by UK professionals to a selected group of grantees.

The statement on Wednesday added, “A new initiative from the British Council aimed at supporting climate action in the creative industries in Pakistan is now open for applications.” “The goal of the Climate Futures: South Asia program is to support the arts sector by providing artists and cultural organizations with grants of £15,000.”

The program will assist in designing and executing capacity-building projects, “optimizing infrastructure to enhance climate change awareness and sustainable approaches within the arts sector,” and supporting artist-led initiatives that promote “knowledge creation” and the sustainability of the cultural sector, according to the statement.

According to the release, all submissions must be submitted by November 25 at 4:59 am PST. Selected applicants will have the chance to “make a significant impact on the global climate conversation through their projects.”

James Hampson, the country director of British Council Pakistan, stated, “We believe that the arts have a crucial role to play in addressing the climate crisis.” “Climate Futures: South Asia presents a dynamic chance for artists and cultural institutions to take the lead and advance ground-breaking initiatives that will catalyze transformation.”

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