Nominations are now open for young leaders to be nominated for executive positions for the 2025-2028 …
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Many of the young people frowned up by society or who are deemed “troubled” have a past or story tha …
Shattered Foundations: How Broken Homes Shape Young Lives Read More »
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Climate change constitutes the defining public health crisis of our era, exerting disproportionate i …
Commonwealth Youth issue statement on Youth Inclusive Climate-Health Financing Read More »
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by Justin R. Langan In May, youth representatives from G7 nations gathered in Ottawa, Ontario, Canad …
Youth to G7: We’re Not Just the Future. We’re the Present. Read More »
Read moreby Lilian Efobi Across the Commonwealth, young activists like Malala Yousafzai, Vanessa Nakate, Kelvin Doe, Bindi Karia, Ayakha Melithafa, Alika Kinan, Anote Tong, Sonika Manandhar and Rinu Oduala are using their voices and actions to cause positive changes in their communities and beyond. In recent times, the organization, mobilization, and implementation of social movements have …
From Protest to Policy: How Gen Z is Revolutionizing Governance Reforms Read More »
A short bio about yourself My name is Maya Kirti Nanan, a 21-year-old from Trinidad and Tobago. I am proud to be the first Diana Award recipient from my country and the Commonwealth Young Person of the Year 2023/2024. Currently, I am pursuing a BSc in Youth Development Work and I will graduate next year. …
A Year of Youth Spotlight Series – Maya Kirti Nanan of Trinidad and Tobago Read More »
A short bio of yourself My name is Itoro Victor-Akpan, a 27-year-old Nigerian citizen living in England. I hold a Master’s degree in International Studies and Diplomacy from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) University of London. Currently, I am a Senior Youth Development Worker at LifeLine Projects and Head of Sponsorship and …
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A short bio of yourself My name is Best Apisit Uthakhamkong, and I am 29 years old. I hold a Bachelor of Brand Communications and a Graduate Diploma in Design, and I live in New Zealand. Currently, I serve as the Communications & Public Relations Coordinator for the New Zealand Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs …
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A short bio about yourself My name is Elisante Ephrahim. I was born and raised in the pastoralist community of the Maasai in northern Tanzania and I am 28 years old. I hold a master’s degree in finance and investment with a background in Economics and statistics. I am a vision bearer and the Chief …
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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 …
A Year of Youth Spotlight Series – Deliwe Makata of Malawi Read More »
A short bio about yourself I am Joseph Adeyemi, the founder of Agrivine, an enterprise dedicated to harnessing agriculture and food production as a catalyst for economic growth. At Agrivine, we empower African farming communities by providing them with the necessary skills, technology, and infrastructure to enhance productivity and sustainability. Our pioneering initiative, solar-powered agro-processing …
A Year of Youth Spotlight Series – Joseph Adeyemi of Nigeria Read More »
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to support in tackling health issues facing young people in the Commonwealth? The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking to recruit someone to support the Commonwealth Youth Health Network (CYHN), a platform for young people to advocate and engage on global issues related to health, through individual and collective action, …
Are you an environmentalist looking for an exciting consultancy opportunity? The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking to recruit someone to support the Commonwealth Youth Climate Change Network. Learn more about the role here. Applications may be submitted here. The deadline for applications is June 14, 2024.
by Ruhamah Ifere ‘’I drank my urine as water in the desert while on my way to Europe by road, with other travellers. Many of my friends lost their lives due to scarcity of food and water’’ Libyan deportee One in every five recent graduates or serving corps members have planned their exit strategy either …
Alternative narratives to Illegal migration amongst young people in Nigeria Read More »
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