The British Council in Lybia We have been working in Libya since 1957. Every year we connect with thousands of students, educators, and policymakers in Libya. The focus of our work is on providing opportunities for young people through: supporting young people to achieve the education, qualifications and skills needed to reach their potential in their future careers. creating and developing new networks and platforms to give young people a greater voice in society. developing institutions and ecosystems that support inclusion and empowerment of young people, addressing issues that affect people’s lives.