A conversation between Commonwealth Correspondent Jasmine Koria and her Commonwealth Youth Forum International Taskforce Colleague, Johannes Uili Johannes Uili is a man on many missions. He is an educator, youth community practitioner, public servant, sportsperson, international development volunteer and, when we first met in October 2024, he was adding ‘Member of the Commonwealth Youth Forum …
by Katerina Panagi On March 6th 2025, I had the incredible honour of being a finalist in the Social Action category at the Study UK Alumni Awards in Cyprus. This prestigious event celebrated UK alumni who are making a difference in their fields, from business and science to culture and social impact. As the first …
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by Gabrielle Robinson & Emmana Jeffers Climate Change is no longer a looming threat; it is now a reality that is manifested through increasing severity of hurricanes, storms, droughts, and unpredictability of weather patterns. In the push for resilience in the Caribbean Region, it is essential to place the youth at the centre of the …
by Jasmine Koria Photo Caption: The SPC (Pacific Community) Breakout Room on Day 1 of the Commonwealth Youth Forum. This session was facilitated by representatives of the SPC (Pacific Community), with the assistance of Commonwealth Youth Forum International Taskforce Members Sabina Moce and Va’agi Kevin Lucky (far right) by Jasmine Koria Participants at this year’s …
by Ewura Adwoa Larbi It’s been weeks, a little over seven. And yet, I cannot condemn this poignant moment in the history of the Ghanaian youth to the oblivion of muddied waters. If you asked me, it was the highlight of a significant year in our democracy. One day, the march left the proverbial group …
From Clicks to Bricks; Youth Resilience in Nation-Building Read More »
The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is pleased to announce the provisional results of the 2024 executive elections, which concluded at 12pm BST on 18th September 2024. The election saw robust participation from youth delegates across Commonwealth member states, and the executive will serve for the 2024-2026 term. The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is the official …
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The passing of Honourable Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi is a profound loss for Uganda, the Commonwealth, and young people around the world. As the Minister of State for Gender, Labour and Social Development (Children and Youth Affairs), and Chair of the Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Taskforce during the critical COVID-19 years, Sarah Mateke’s legacy will be remembered …
A Tribute to Honourable Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi Read More »
Please tell us a little bit about yourself I’m Martinson Yeboah and I’m a 32-year-old Ghanaian who’s passionate about education, public policy and leadership. I currently work as an education consultant and manage The Organization for Policy and Leadership Development as an Executive Director. I have a Master’s in Research and Public Policy and a …
A Year of Youth Spotlight Series – Martinson Yeboah of Ghana Read More »
A short bio about yourself I am Deliwe Makata from Malawi. I hold a Master’s degree in Development Policy from the Korea Development Institute School of Public Policy and Management, which is in South Korea. I am also the founder and team leader of Swift Capital, an author, and a speaker. Tell us a little …
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by Alphonse Akouyu Recently, I was invited to reflect on ‘Why Community Initiatives Fail’ with a diverse group of youth who are nursing dreams of becoming game changers in their communities. Harboring any ambition of trying to bring about hope and transformation in any place which can be associated with the word ‘community’, is extremely …