A professional platform for Cultural Attachés
to connect, exchange and strengthen cultural diplomacy
About us
London hosts one of the world’s most dynamic diplomatic and cultural ecosystems. With over 190 embassies, high commissions and national cultural centres, alongside world-leading museums, creative organisations and cultural institutions, the city offers unparalleled opportunities for international cultural exchange. Cultural attachés in London play a pivotal role in connecting nations through art, heritage, education and innovation. Yet, despite their shared mission, many operate independently, with limited opportunities for structured exchange, collective reflection and sustained collaboration. The London Cultural Attachés Circle has been created to respond to this gap by offering a trusted, neutral and professionally facilitated space for connection and dialogue.
Launched on 13 March 2026 at the Design Museum, London Cultural Attachés Circle is a professional platform co-initiated by Culture Connect Founder Anaïs Aguerre and Catalina Herrera Acuña, Cultural Affairs and Press Attaché at the Embassy of Chile in the UK, with the support of a Steering Committee.
What does our Co-founders say
“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
“Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
The Circle aims to
• Strengthen professional exchange and collaboration among cultural attachés and embassy cultural teams
• Build bridges between diplomatic missions, UK cultural institutions and the wider creative economy
• Share expertise and good practice in cultural diplomacy, public engagement and soft power strategy
• Promote London as a global laboratory for cultural cooperation.
Steering Committee
The Steering Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the London Cultural Attachés Circle. Its purpose is to support the Circle's co-founders in shaping the strategic direction and programme of the meetings, ensuring that it reflects the interests and priorities of the London-based cultural attachés community.
Past events
Many thanks to our partners: the Design Museum, the Korea Cultural Centre UK, the Embassy of Colombia to the UK and the Barbican.
If you are interested in partnering or co-hosting an event for our group, please get in touch with our team.
Contact us
To contact the London Cultural Attachés Circle Secretariat, email us at: info@culture-connect.net
