Commonwealth Youth Council Establishes Constitutional Review Technical Committee
Committee to lead comprehensive review of the CYC Constitution following General Assembly mandate The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) has officially constituted a Constitutional Review Technical Committee to undertake a comprehensive review of the Council’s Constitution and develop recommendations for consideration by the Commonwealth Youth Council General Assembly. The establishment of the Committee follows a resolution […]
CYC Marks World Oceans Day by Recognising Young Climate Champions
To mark World Oceans Day, the Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) celebrated young climate champions across the Commonwealth. Observed on 8 June, this event emphasises the vital role of our oceans. One inspiring story is Byiringiro Mugiraneza Olivier from Rwanda, whose project, Football for Socio-Economic Change, uses football to discuss climate and community development. Discover how these young leaders drive positive change and contribute to environmental protection.
CYC Advances the Commonwealth Volunteer Programme Through National Consultations
Unlocking the potential of young people requires structured opportunities to learn, lead, and serve. The Commonwealth Volunteer Programme (CVP) empowers youth aged 18 to 35 by providing practical experience and pathways to employment while addressing key sectors like education, health, and economic empowerment. Following its launch at the United Nations, national consultations in Nigeria and Ghana are shaping its implementation to reflect local priorities. Discover how this initiative is transforming youth engagement and creating sustainable community impact.
Making Progress: An Account of our stewardship – First Year Report of the 5th CYC Executive Team
At the 13th Commonwealth Youth Forum in Samoa, ten young people were sworn in to lead the Commonwealth Youth Council. Months after, we’re releasing our first annual report, a full account of what this executive team achieved in the first year of our tenure from October 2024 to October 2025. Reflecting on the year, CYC […]
From Promise to Progress: CYC Launches Commonwealth Volunteer Programme to Accelerate SDGs Implementation
As the world races towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is taking bold steps to empower young people as key drivers of change. At the recent ECOSOC Youth Forum, CYC launched the Commonwealth Volunteer Programme, a transformative initiative aimed at mobilizing youth to tackle pressing development challenges. This program not only positions young people as active contributors but also creates vital opportunities for them to apply their skills in sectors like education, climate action, and economic empowerment. Discover how this initiative is set to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals and shape a brighter future!
CYC Hosts 3-Day Commonwealth Youth Development Summit
More than 60% of the Commonwealth’s 2.5 billion citizens are under the age of 30. This statistic represents more than 1.5 billion young minds, leaders, and change-makers. For a truly resilient and sustainable global future, this massive demographic must be more than just passive beneficiaries of policy; they must actively co-create it. To bridge the […]
CYC Chairperson, Joshua Opey, Anchors Launch of Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris
The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) reaffirmed its commitment to advancing equitable education and amplifying youth voices on the global stage as its Chairperson, Joshua Opey, anchored the High-Level Launch of the 2026 Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on 25th March 2026. The launch convened policymakers, development partners, education advocates and […]
CYC joins the Commonwealth community to commemorate Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey, London
The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) joined leaders, dignitaries, youth representatives, and citizens from across the 56 member states of the Commonwealth in commemorating Commonwealth Day at the annual Service of Celebration held at Westminster Abbey, London, on 9th March 2026. The occasion, one of the most significant events on the Commonwealth calendar, celebrated the shared […]
Strengthening Youth Leadership Across the Commonwealth – CYC Secretariat Hosts First-Ever Cohort of Interns.
The Commonwealth Youth Council has concluded its first-ever internship programme, with seven young professionals from across the Commonwealth serving with the Secretariat between October 2025 and January 2026 in its Communications and Marketing and Web Design teams. The internship welcomed seven young professionals from five Commonwealth countries, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda and Trinidad and Tobago, […]
Real Youth Engagement Is Written, Signed, and Enforced.” — Joshua Opey, Chairperson, Commonwealth Youth Council
More than 60% of the Commonwealth’s 2.5 billion citizens are aged 29 or under, representing over 1.5 billion young people. For a sustainable Commonwealth, this population must be meaningfully engaged at both local and regional levels, as they are not only future leaders but also active contributors to community development today. However, several challenges hinder […]