The Commonwealth works with member countries to improve the chances of young people, harness the power of sport to bring people together, advance universal healthcare, improve gender equality, and promote harmony between faiths. 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. Stay up to date Subscribe to our newsletter
