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We are the #Commonwealth's agency for civil society. We support people's participation in democracy and development | #CWpeople

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Last chance to apply!. Applications for the Programme Officer position close at 9am on 26 August.
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Marginalised groups face barriers and discrimination that impede their sexual and reproductive health rights, leading to adverse health outcomes. Our partners, @UnesoUganda aim to improve sexual and reproductive health services for sex workers. With a £60,000 grant, the project
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An estimated 43% of people living in multidimensional poverty are extremely food insecure. Our partners @NAFSANamibia aim to enable civil society organisations to empower communities with a participatory training approach towards better nutritional knowledge and practices.
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We are proud to share our Interim Report of Impact and Change, a record of what we have accomplished together since 2021. At its heart, it tells the story of the People of the Commonwealth—community leaders, artists, activists, and change-makers—whose courage and creativity
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An estimated half a million women working as cotton pickers face harsh conditions, including lack of access to social protection schemes, unsafe environments, and exploitation. They lack awareness of their rights and are vulnerable to worsening climate impacts. Our partners,
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In Tanzania, smallholder farmers are increasingly affected by climate change. They face declining crop yields and growing pest challenges. Our partners, @SCAAP4 aim to better the resilience of smallholder farmers to climate change in the Songwe Region. With £56,000 funded, the
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Issues of transparency in procurement processes, equitable resource allocation, and freedom of information legislation, continue to hinder equitable healthcare delivery. Our partners, @C4Center aim to enhance transparency and accountability in healthcare governance. With £30,000
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Now hiring: Programme Officer, Knowledge, Learning and Communications. Closing date: 26 August. As Programme Officer, you’ll help communicate our work to tens of thousands of online subscribers. You will report on how our work is driving change across our member countries and.
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Significant disparities in access to healthcare persist, especially for marginalised communities, as their voices remain underrepresented in shaping healthcare policy. Our partners, @ICJKenya aim to advance health equity and strengthen accountability through changes in
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Our partners @YicodMalawi aim to enhance youth participation in reforming sexual and reproductive health policy so services meet their needs. Read more about this project below and keep following us for details of our 2025 grants call, which opens in September.
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Many lack access to mental health services. Stigma, policy gaps, and resource limitations exacerbate these challenges, particularly for the marginalised. Our partners @HERAF_Kenya aim to empower communities, strengthen policies, and build accountability mechanisms to ensure
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Our partners @JAForJustice aim to equip citizens with knowledge and tools to exercise their right to information. Ultimately their project aims to advocate for a parliamentary review and reform of the Access to Information Act to strengthen the right to information. Read more
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Are you an advocacy strategist who believes in the power of creative expression to advance social justice?. We’re recruiting a Senior Manager to lead our Advocacy & Creative Programme, supporting policy and participation while amplifying people’s voices through the work of.
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Commonwealth Foundation
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Today will see the historic delivery of the Advisory Opinion on Climate Change from the International Court of Justice. Whatever the direction of ruling, this is an important moment for the people and governments of climate-vunerable countries throughout the Commonwealth. Join.
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RT @ciel_tweets: Two days until the @CIJ_ICJ delivers its climate ruling - a defining moment for global #ClimateJustice. What’s at stake?….
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ICJ’s climate ruling could make climate justice a legal mandate—holding polluters accountable and catalyzing global action.
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Fisheries in the Maldives account for almost 96% of exports but face grave threats from climate change. Our partners @ResilientReefs are conducting independent research to identify the policy solutions that can help protect this vital industry and the lives of the communities
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Our grant partners @cfaghskenya are working to enhance access to justice and support for child survivors of sexual violence by raising community awareness. The project aims to foster collaboration, whilst advocating for resource allocation to implement a Sexual and Gender-Based.
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Climate change directly threatens the lives and livelihoods of coastal communities. They need access to resources if they are to adapt. Our grant partners, the Community Forest Conservation Network of Tanzania (MJUMITA), are strengthening the capacity of rural women and young
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Our grants partners, @CUTS_CART, are improving community engagement with health services in remote rural and tribal areas in Rajasthan. Read more about this project below and keep following us for details of our 2025 grants call, which opens in September.
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