Language evolves. Culture endures.
Educating the new generation with Kurdish culture.
We empower the Kurdish community across the United Kingdom with contemporary language education, cultural exchange, and leadership pathways that honour our heritage while building a shared future.
Unique Opportunity 2026
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A contemporary home for Kurdish language, culture, and voice in the UK.
The Kurdish Directorate for Community Development and Education in the United Kingdom is an independent non-profit organisation dedicated to elevating Kurdish language education nationwide.
We introduce Kurdish into educational institutions across the UK by bringing together teachers and qualified individuals who are passionate about preserving their mother tongue. Our collective also champions Kurdish culture, supports the second generation, and nurtures a shared sense of identity and unity among Kurds living abroad.
Modern Curriculum
Introducing Kurdish into UK classrooms through qualified educators and tailored syllabi.
UK-Wide Community
Linking teachers, families, and learners to empower the second generation across Britain.
Cultural Stewardship
Amplifying Kurdish arts and heritage to preserve identity and unity within the diaspora.
Impact in Motion
Our learners are shaping the Kurdish story in the United Kingdom.
2.5k+
Learners engaged since 2015
18
Partner cities across the UK
94%
Learners reaching fluency milestones
Upcoming experiences
Where language meets future opportunities.
New Year Cultural Residency
A month-long programme featuring Kurdish poets, musicians, and storytellers.
Summer Intensive Cohort
Intensive four-week language experience with live sessions and cultural tours.
Diaspora Network Forum
Leaders and educators shaping the future of Kurdish language policy in the UK.
Signature initiatives
Designed for lifelong learners and cultural custodians.
Digital Resource Library
Curated vocabulary decks, pronunciation labs, and cultural context modules in one place.
Mentorship Circles
Pairing new learners with fluent Kurdish speakers across the UK diaspora.
Storytelling Studio
Documenting personal histories to preserve Kurdish identity in modern Britain.
Latest News
Updates from the Kurdish Directorate for Community Development and Education.
Our Goals
A bold roadmap for Kurdish language and culture in the UK.
Education & Language Access
Ensuring every Kurdish child and learner across the UK has the resources and support to thrive in their mother tongue.
- Promote the Kurdish language and connect Kurdish children with their linguistic and cultural heritage.
- Advocate for the inclusion of Kurdish in educational institutions nationwide.
- Encourage parents to champion Kurdish language learning at home and in community hubs.
- Provide engaging resources and tools that make learning Kurdish effective and inspiring.
- Bring together teachers and graduates who are committed to preserving the Kurdish mother tongue.
Community & Identity
Fostering unity, cultural pride, and family wellbeing for Kurds living throughout the United Kingdom.
- Promote Kurdish society in the UK with a focus on education and family development.
- Act as an institute that brings Kurdish individuals closer together across every region.
- Protect and celebrate Kurdish identity for current and future generations.
- Build strong connections with students' families and introduce them to Kurdish culture.
- Introduce Kurdish language and culture to other communities and nations within the UK.
Capacity & Civic Impact
Mobilising professionals, schools, and volunteers to expand opportunities and long-term impact.
- Utilize the skills and expertise of professionals in education and family affairs.
- Unite Kurdish schools under one umbrella to strengthen cooperation and shared resources.
- Provide job opportunities for aspiring educators after completing teacher training courses.
- Encourage volunteering, charity work, family awareness, and civic participation across the diaspora.
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Let's build a thriving Kurdish language ecosystem in the UK.
From schools and cultural institutions to local councils and media outlets, we collaborate across the UK to amplify Kurdish voices. Partner with us to co-create programmes, sponsor scholarships, or launch bespoke language initiatives.
