Commonwealth Foundation

In 2022, we awarded Eco-Sud a capacity strengthening grant. They used the funding to develop their strategic plan, devise an advocacy and communication strategy, and recruit and train staff to achieve their goal of restoring local ecosystems and enhancing food security. The capacity strengthening grants stream supports less well-established organisations in the Commonwealth’s small and vulnerable states. The grants emphasise the importance of local ownership by enabling partners to allocate resources where they are most needed.

We look forward to working with Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, the newly appointed Secretary-General of the Commonwealth. In an interview with the Commonwealth Foundation, Hon. Botchwey shared her vision of fostering structured engagement with civil society, championing reparative justice, and addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change and freedom of expression. 📖Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eBfDfvXC

Join the conversation: be part of our online discussion forum! Want to drive meaningful change across the Commonwealth? Our online discussion forum brings together civil society from 56 countries to address critical issues like climate justice, health justice and freedom of expression. Why join? 🌐Connect with leaders and thinkers 🌐Exchange ideas on shared challenges and opportunities 🌐Strategise and advocate for meaningful change 🌐Discover opportunities to join events, advocacy efforts, and funding streams How does it work? Apply to join our email-based discussion community, hosted via Google Groups, where you’ll engage with others working towards a better Commonwealth. https://lnkd.in/eYuhpthi

There are talented writers everywhere whose stories are yet to be heard. The #CWprize exists to help unpublished writers across the Commonwealth reach an international audience. Every year, we open the prize to all Commonwealth citizens aged 18 and over. Do you have a story idea? Learn more about entering now 👇 https://lnkd.in/eCk9Kb9F

The Senior Programme Officer will engage and inspire advocates and creatives globally. They will manage the acclaimed Commonwealth Short Story Prize and shape the creative elements of events like the Commonwealth People’s Forum. Apply by 10 February 👇 https://lnkd.in/eEzNjh3i

From our open grants call to the Commonwealth Short Story Prize, we’re fostering creativity and collaboration in pursuit of Commonwealth values. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ejinQPBk #Grants #HealthJustice #ClimateJustice

Our grants programme empowers civil society organisations to collaborate with decision-makers and drive meaningful change across the Commonwealth. Discover the incredible projects we’ve supported—advancing climate justice, health justice, and freedom of expression—and learn how these initiatives are shaping a better future for all: https://lnkd.in/dKhy_hWG Stay informed about future opportunities by signing up for grants alerts today: https://lnkd.in/d_iH3J5X

The Foundation is delighted to welcome Her Excellency Winnie Kiap in her historic appointment as Chair of our Board. Her extensive diplomatic and governance expertise will be instrumental as we continue to champion the voices of the People of the Commonwealth in 2025 and beyond. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/e24pMpnu

What an inspiring and incredible time we had in Samoa. Last year’s Commonwealth People’s Forum offered a unique opportunity for learning and connection for civil society advocates from around the world. Whether you joined us in person or online, or if you’re just catching up now, we’d love you to watch the official outcome video which draws together everything we learnt from civil society over the two days of the Forum, and also presents the recommendations civil society made to Commonwealth Governments in Samoa. We hope you enjoy watching this year's outcome video: a glimpse of the incredible energy generated every time the people of the Commonwealth come together.

Meet the winning young photographers! 📸 🏆 ‘Our Climate, Our Future’ asked young Samoans to submit photographs that reflected the themes of climate action and resilience. The competition was organised as part of the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Apia. A powerful selection of images featured in an exhibition and four entries won prizes. Click to view the exhibition and learn about the winning entries and the photographers behind them. https://lnkd.in/eVhFyeje