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Submission deadline for Commonwealth Peace Prize extended until January 2025

The announcement of the first-ever Commonwealth Peace Prize has led to an overwhelming response, and eligible entrants now have until 17 January 2025 to submit nominations for the inaugural award.

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Secretary-General makes first official visit to The Gambia after it re-joined Commonwealth

New study calls for gender equity in ocean science

Blog: Justice system should not fail in protecting victims of gender-based violence

Secretary-General urges action to remove barriers hindering people with disabilities

Blog: ‘Time’s up’ – Countries should reform laws that discriminate against women

Blog: New Zealand is first in Commonwealth to grant paid domestic violence leave - other countries should follow suit

Commonwealth to observe Ghanaian General elections

Blog: Ending violence against women and girls can add trillions to economy

Blog: COVID puts women in tourism-dependent economies at more risk of violence, but it can stop

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