The presentation consists of two main sections: first, it addresses the work "Human Nature" programme: Human Nature. This project is a 3-year programme that explores our diverse relationships with nature and how arts can play a role in addressing climate as a global challenge. The speaker will discuss the context that led to the creation of the programme, outlining its objectives, activities, and lessons learned to date. The second part of the presentation will link the programme to the need for indigenous and ancestral knowledge, practices, and cultural rights to be protected and shared. What role can museums play in educating and creating awareness around global challenges?

   Florence Lambert is a cultural strategy and art programmes management professional. Prior to joining the British Council Malaysia as Head of Arts and Creative Industries in 2018, she worked in the field of advertising and International Media and moved on to become a creative entrepreneur. She currently heads British Council's Arts and Creative Industries work in Malaysia and leads on cultural programmes and exchanges between Malaysia and the UK. Her work includes developing strategies and programmes to foster mutually beneficial collaborations between the UK and Malaysia's art sectors and creative industries. Through her work, she has designed and implemented partnerships with several private and public institutions in the areas of research, capacity and network building, and policy development. Florence was awarded the distinction of Chevalier in the “Ordre National du Mérite” in 2016, by the French Government.