About us
Introduction
The Anglo-Austrian Society actively promotes social and cultural exchange, and dialogue between the United Kingdom and Austria. Our aim is to strengthen Austro-British relations in all aspects of public and cultural life.
We are an independent registered charity formed of people from all backgrounds. The Society enjoys the active support of the governments of both Austria and the United Kingdom.
The Anglo-Austrian Society was originally founded in 1944 in London.
In accordance with our constitution, our goals are:
- to contribute to wider knowledge of all aspects of Austrian and British culture, arts and lifestyle,
- to initiate and promote debate on current economic, political and cultural issues,
- to break down prevalent stereotypes and foster interpersonal and inter-organisational contacts between the two countries.
To achieve these aims, our main activities include:
- fostering the ties between Austria and Britain through interpersonal and inter-organisational contacts, exchange and visits,
- workshops, courses, film and theatre nights, readings and book presentations, exhibitions, concerts and other activities aimed at promoting knowledge about all things Austrian and British,
- the invitation of guest speakers from the UK and Austria who talk about current affairs or aspects of British culture, arts, history, society and lifestyle.
Experience a wide range of cultural and social events including; concerts, wine tastings, lectures, film evenings, excursions and social gatherings.
Discover the Austria you did not know existed. As we know the country we can show you the very best of undiscovered Austria.
Apply for the Otto Harpner Fund to help finace an intensive language course in German or English or perhaps to undertake research, or specific cultural or economic activities.
