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Commonwealth Youth Leaders Summit
The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is convening the Commonwealth Youth Development Summit from April 9-11, 2026, at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. This landmark event will bring together youth leaders, policymakers, institutions and partners from across the Commonwealth and beyond to shape the future of youth development.
Upcoming Events
Commonwealth Youth Development Summit 2026
The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is convening the Commonwealth Youth Development Summit from April 9-11, 2026, at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. This landmark event will bring together youth leaders, policymakers, institutions and partners from across the Commonwealth and beyond to shape the future of youth development.
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CYC Website Launch
The CYC now has a dedicated website, which was launched in March 2025 by the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland, who was then the Secretary General of the Commonwealth. The website
International Women’s Day Celebration and Launch of Commonwealth Leadership Series
On March 8, 2025, in commemoration of International Women’s Day, the Commonwealth Youth Council, with the support of the Programme for African Leadership (PfAL) at the London School of Economics
Advocacy Skills-Building Workshops
In recognition of International Women’s Day, the Commonwealth Youth Council’s Canada/ Europe Representative organized and delivered 3 skills-building workshop sessions focused on developing skills and tools needed in local and
Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue
The Vice Chair – Partnerships & Resources was invited by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt. of India, to serve as a Mentor and Evaluator for the Viksit
Celebrating 31st World Disability Day: CYC organises a Seminar and Cultural Programme on Amplifying the voices of Youth with Disabilities.
New Delhi, India – On the occasion of the 31st World Disability Day, the Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC), under the auspices of Ms Farhana Bhat, Representative for Special Interest Groups, organised a Seminar and Cultural Programme at the iconic India Gate, New Delhi, under the theme: Amplifying the Leadership of Youth with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.
Commonwealth Secretary-General Meets CYC Chairperson to Discuss Youth Empowerment
The meeting provided a platform for discussing Joshua Opey’s ambitious 5-star plan for the over 1.5 Billion young people across the Commonwealth. Key areas of focus included education, skills, inclusive leadership and the role of young people in addressing global challenges such as climate change and digital transformation.