by Sylvester Stephen Mtenga In this day and age there has been a powerful wave supporting youth empowerment. Society has collectively come to acknowledge the vital role youth play in shaping and advancing communities. Gone are the days of belittling youth perspectives and refusing them a seat at the table because of their “underdeveloped minds”. …
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One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Commonwealth Through Education
May 12by Lillian Efobi Investing in quality education for all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or socio-e …
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Read moreA Year of Youth Spotlight Series – Nicole Babirye of Uganda
May 10A short bio I am Nicole Babirye, a 16-year-old student from Kampala, Uganda. I am the Vice President …
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Read moreA Year of Youth Spotlight Series – Muhammad Yahya of Pakistan
May 10A short bio I am Muhammad Yahya, an 18-year-old student at the Beaconhouse School, TNS Campus in Lah …
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Read moreby Ruth Gutierrez-Corley COP28 marked a very special time in history – one when the most vulnerable were heard and prioritized through the allocation of funds to loss and damage. It was a remarkable experience connecting with youth delegates from different parts of the world who shared their stories and expertise through the Commonwealth Youth …
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by Lillian Efobi The future of work is changing rapidly around the world and Nigeria is no exception. The country is undergoing a demographic revolution, with a young and growing population. This brings both opportunities and challenges to the youth labour market. On the one hand, the growing youth population represents a potential workforce that …
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by Sitaram Nayak Sameer Kumar Misra, a trailblazer in the realm of manufacturing engineering and utilizing it to teach marginalised children, has recently been honoured by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and the SME Education Foundation in their prestigious 30 Under 30 list. This recognition stands as a testament to Misra’s exceptional contributions to …
by Similoluwa Ifedayo Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa and the seventh largest in the world, has seen a large number of its citizens emigrate in recent years, in what is popularly known as ‘japa’, a Yoruba term for ‘flee’. The emigration wave is gathering steam amid mounting socioeconomic challenges in the country. Nigeria …
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by Similoluwa Ifedayo Youth activism is a powerful force for addressing pressing societal issues. Nigeria faces a multitude of challenges, from corruption and unemployment to inequality and political instability. In response, a new generation of young activists and change-makers has risen to the occasion, driving impactful initiatives to effect positive change. The roots of youth …
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by Chevaughn Brown, Membership Lead at the Commonwealth Youth Climate Change Network. Entering the COP28 venue in Dubai, there is a line of flags on either side of you. They each represent a country. Some are nearby, and some are clear across the world. Big and small, developing and developed, they have all experienced the …
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by Ewura Adwoa Larbi September is suicide prevention and awareness month. It is a time to remember lives lost to suicide, to educate people on suicide prevention, and increase awareness of the causes and signs of suicide in friends and family. Nations invest in this month and undertake various programmes in commemoration of the month. …
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by Ewura Adwoa Larbi The young people of Ghana went out in their numbers on the streets of the nation’s capital with the intention to march unto and set up camp at the official presidential premises; Jubilee House. The protest took place from September 21 to 23, 2023. “Julorbi” was apparently coined as a pun …
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by Katerina Panagi Youth empowerment is a concept that has gained significant attention in recent years, and for good reason. The youth, often defined as individuals between the ages of 15 and 29, represent not only the future, but also the driving force of our society; they constitute approximately 16 per cent of the world’s …
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