Language grows. Culture remains.
Raising the new generation with Kurdish culture.
We empower the Kurdish community across the United Kingdom through contemporary language education, cultural exchange, and leadership pathways that respect our heritage while building a shared future. By teaching Kurdish in a modern and effective way that meets the needs of the new generation, creating opportunities to preserve and expand our Kurdish culture and traditions, and raising a new generation of Kurdish leaders, we strengthen the connection between our historical roots and a thriving future. Our goal is to unite and empower the Kurdish community by preserving our identity and building new opportunities for future generations, so that together we leave a strong legacy for the next generation.
Unique Opportunity 2026
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A contemporary home for Kurdish language, culture, and voice in the UK.
The Kurdish Directorate for Education and Community Development in the United Kingdom is an independent non-profit organisation established to elevate Kurdish education across the country. Our main goal is to spread the Kurdish language globally and have it officially recognized.
The directorate serves children and families, Kurdish language development, education and teaching, and training and community education. It ensures equal opportunities for every Kurdish individual, without discrimination based on background, economic status, or special needs.
Annually, with the increasing number of Kurds in Britain, there is concern that there is still no school that formally teaches Kurdish children their mother tongue like other languages. This leads to many children in British schools forgetting their national history.
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 special programme featuring Kurdish poets, musicians, and storytellers.
Summer Intensive Cohort
Intensive four-week language course with direct classes and cultural tours covering all cities in the United Kingdom.
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.
Testimonials
Words from Our Community
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.
