The Commonwealth Secretariat is dedicated to nurturing the potential of young people and fostering equitable and resilient societies across its member countries. Our comprehensive initiatives span youth development, gender equality, health, education, and peacebuilding.

Youth

The Commonwealth Secretariat’s youth development work is delivered through the Commonwealth Youth Programme, which has been supporting member countries for 50 years.

Gender

We work to advance gender equality, women’s rights and women’s empowerment in all social, economic and political spheres.

Health

We work with member countries to improve health for all Commonwealth citizens.

Commonwealth Says NO MORE

Our initiative with the NO MORE Foundation is the first-ever pan-Commonwealth platform to address domestic and sexual violence. 

Commonwealth Moves

We help sustain and re-boot sport and exercise for physical and mental health in the Covid-19 new reality. 

 

Sport for Development and Peace

The Commonwealth Secretariat advocates for the use of sport as a vehicle for development and peacebuilding.

Education

We work with member countries and partners to strengthen education systems and policies across the Commonwealth.

Commonwealth Alliance for Quality Youth Leadership

We have joined forces with global youth organisations to promote non-formal education and learning.

Faith in the Commonwealth

A youth-focused initiative to promote peace across the Commonwealth.

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