It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that the Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) shares the unfortunate news of the untimely passing of Dr Henry Charles, a sterling champion of youth causes and an invaluable partner of the CYC. This profound loss has sent shockwaves through the youth sector, leaving us bereaved and profoundly saddened …
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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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A 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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A 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 Archibong Bassey Sub-Saharan Africa boasts the youngest population in the world, with 70% of its population under the age of 30. However, the prevalence of mental health problems in this region surpasses global averages. Recent studies reveal that depression, anxiety disorders, and emotional and behavioural problems affect a significantly higher percentage of young people …
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by CSET Youth With the theme “Aligning Ambition and Action towards Implementing an Inclusive Energy Transition”, the 3rd Biennial Commonwealth Sustainable Energy Forum convened in London from May 24 – 26 2023. The forum sought to tackle the diverse and challenging landscape of the Commonwealth and the effort for transitioning to more sustainable energy systems, …
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by Victor Okechukwu Chimezie The Sahel is a region in Africa made up of about 13 countries. It is located between the Sahara to the north and the Sudanian savanna to the south. It is recognized by the United Nations as a region of huge opportunity with about 64.5 per cent of the population being …
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Ahead of the Coronation, Leaders of Commonwealth member states met with His Majesty King Charles III at Marlborough House, the Headquarters of the Commonwealth Secretariat. After their meeting with the King, leaders from the Commonwealth’s 56 member states then met privately to discuss issues of mutual interest, including initiatives to support the empowerment of young …
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by Sarmad Shahbaz The year 2023 is the year of change-makers and under the leadership of His Royal Highness King Charles III, whose official coronation takes place on Saturday May 6, there is great hope for a productive future amongst the Commonwealth of Nations. Director of Development at the British High Commission in Pakistan Her …
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As we approach major events such as the Commonwealth Youth and Students’ Summit, the Commonwealth Youth Games and the Commonwealth Youth Awards, the critical importance of our Year of Youth comes into sharp focus. Blog by Christabel Derby, Co-Chair of the Commonwealth Year of Youth Advisory Committee At its core is the staunch belief that …
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by Victor Okechukwu Chimezie Nigeria, with a population of over 220 million, is a highly diverse nation with more than 250 ethnic groups practicing various religions. While this diversity can be a positive attribute for any nation, it can also be detrimental to growth and development without ethno-religious tolerance. In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed …
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by Vavek Bharwani The Internet has become a basic need of the current generation. These days, most of the world’s population uses the Internet regularly. Also, more people are becoming addicted to social media with each passing day. Students are among the main people who prefer these channels to stay tuned to the latest updates …
by Shivansh Mishra The Global Peace Summit 2023, held in Dubai, UAE, from March 15 to 18, brought together young leaders from over 70 countries worldwide to collaborate on promoting peace and sustainability. The event was organized by the Global Peace Chain, a worldwide peace-building organization established in 2018 with a vision to cultivate a …
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