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The Commonwealth - Fast Facts

The Commonwealth is made up of 56 independent nations that work together to pursue common goals which promote democracy, equality, and sustainable development. Our combined population of 2.6 billion is a third of the global population.

The combined GDP is US$12.6 trillion in 2022.
Half of the top 20 global emerging cities are in the Commonwealth.
Seven of the top 10 countries in the Ibrahim Index of African Governance, which measures rule of law, human rights, participation, human development and sustainable economic opportunity, are Commonwealth members.
Seven of the top 10 countries for gender equality in Sub-Saharan Africa are Commonwealth countries, according to World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2015.
Five of the best performing 15 countries in the Youth Development Index are Commonwealth members.
Since 1991, 12 Commonwealth member countries have moved to multi-party democracy from military or one-party rule.

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RCS Ottawa

Jan 13, 2020

RCS BARBADOS PAYING ATTENTION TO YOUTH

THE Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) – Barbados Branch recognises the role which youth must play within our society and seeks to give prominence to the voices of youth, via its programmes. Kaye Williams, Chair of the RCS Barbados Branch, noted the above as she delivered remarks during the Award Programme for the winners of the 2019 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition, which was held at the British High Commissioner’s Residence at Ben Mar, Erdiston Road, St. Michael. “We th

Applications for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth #Scholarships are now open!

@commonwealthsec

Dec 1, 2019

Applications for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth #Scholarships are now open!

Applications for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth #Scholarships are now open! #QECS give talented students from the #Commonwealth the opportunity to gain a Master's Degree, while developing new skills, experiencing life in another country and building their global networks. Full Story #youth #Commonwealth

@commonwealthsec

Oct 7, 2019

Commonwealth website for #children

#Commonwealth for kids: diversity, equality, friendship. Check out this Commonwealth website for #children. http://www.youngcommonwealth.org/ A great resource for parents, teachers and schools to find out more about what we do together to make a #ConnectedCommonwealth. Full Story #Commonwealth #youth

#Düsseldorf vs. #Victoria 2022 Invictus Games

RCS Ottawa

Sep 21, 2019

#Düsseldorf vs. #Victoria 2022 Invictus Games

Yesterday the #InvictusGames Foundation and Board of Trustees reviewed impressive presentations from the final two cities Yesterday the #InvictusGames Foundation and Board of Trustees reviewed impressive presentations from the final two cities #Düsseldorf & #Victoria bidding to host the Games in 2022! Stay tuned later this year for the final decision and announcement for the forthcoming Games... Full Story #youth #security

RCS Ottawa

Sep 9, 2019

Commonwealth War Graves guided tours

Visiting the @CWGC’s Thiepval Memorial or Tyne Cot Cemetery between now and November? The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation Interns will be happy to give you a guided tour of either site if you visit between 11am and 4pm. Learn more, here: http://ow.ly/HQHg50uoxWG #CWGFinterns Full Story #youth #Commonwealth

@matthaig1

Sep 9, 2019

Teenagers and what they are doing

This idea a teenager can’t possibly know what they are doing is so patronising. Mary Shelley came up with Frankenstein aged 18. Joan of Arc led the French army to victory at 17. Anne Frank wrote her diaries before she was 15. Oh, and Mozart wrote a symphony when he was eight. Full Story #youth

RCS Ottawa

Aug 12, 2019

The latest Commonwealth War Graves Commission podcast episode is live!

The latest @CWGC podcast episode is live! Continuing our journey through Normandy we explore some of the cemeteries that tell the story of the battles after D-Day - discovering more about those buried in them. Listen to it here: http://ow.ly/jWbd50vodka #LegacyOfLiberation #DDay75 Full Story #youth

@RoyalFamily

Jul 24, 2019

Gary Crosby - winner of The Queen’s Medal for Music

Congratulations to Gary Crosby - this year’s winner of The Queen’s Medal for Music and the first jazz musician to be awarded the honour. As well as being a composer and double-bassist, he is also co-founder of @Tom_Warriors, which champions emerging new jazz artists. Full Story #youth

D-Day 75: Remembering the soldiers of Normandy

@CWGC

Jun 8, 2019

D-Day 75: Remembering the soldiers of Normandy

In our latest blog #CWGFintern @abi_eagles writes about her Great-Grandfather’s experiences during the Second World War and in Normandy, and how her internship with the Commission has helped her find out more about his past. Read it here: http://ow.ly/rygL50uyWDX #CWGCblog #DDay75 Full Story #youth #security

RCS Ottawa

May 25, 2019

75th Anniversary of D-Day

Two weeks today, 6 June, will see the 75th Anniversary of D-Day being marked. The @CWGC is working with @PoppyLegion, the UK Government and other key stakeholders on a series of commemorations in Portsmouth and Normandy. Learn more, here: http://ow.ly/v17o50unSkX #DDay75 #WW2 Full Story #youth #Commonwealth

@queenscomtrust

Apr 20, 2019

WE Partnership

In 2018, The Queen’s Commonwealth Trust were proud to launch a partnership in the #UK and #Canada with @WEMovement, supporting projects developed by young people to enable them to deliver greater impact in their local communities. Full Story #leadership #youth #Commonwealth

@RoyalFamily

Apr 12, 2019

The Duke of Sussex officially opens the @OnSideYZ

Today The Duke of Sussex officially opens the @OnSideYZ in Barking and Dagenham Youth Zone – named by young people as ‘Future’, the new facility will provide 8-19 years olds and up to 25 for those with disabilities, a safe place to go after school and build skills. Full Story #leadership #youth

@Canadian_Crown

Apr 12, 2019

101st Anniversary of Vimy Ridge

Today in 1917, Canadians launched their attack on Vimy Ridge. In 2017, to mark the 100th Anniversary Prince William placed the last pair of boots at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial marking the 3598 Canadians who died at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. #cdncrown #cdnhist #cdnpoli Full Story #leadership #security #Commonwealth #youth

Platform to trace and find missing children

@queenscomtrust

Apr 12, 2019

Platform to trace and find missing children

Taha Khan founded @ChildAwarePro after initially launching ‘Search for Thamana’ to find a missing 5-year-old. After locating Thamana 8 days later, Taha felt #empowered to create a platform to trace and find other missing children. Full Story #women #youth #innovation

Protect the environment through sustainable agriculture

@queenscomtrust

Apr 12, 2019

Protect the environment through sustainable agriculture

Four young leaders came together by chance and discovered a unique, innovative way to protect the environment through sustainable agriculture . Read more from M-Shamba co-founder Felix Collins as he talks about developing a #SocEnt start-up Full Story #innovation #youth #Commonwealth

@OneYoungWorld

Mar 24, 2019

@queenscomtrust Scholarship

We're delighted to announce the @queenscomtrust Scholarship - the Scholarship will support young leaders from Commonwealth countries who drive change in health, environment, sport & education to attend the #OYW2019 Summit. Apply now: http://bit.ly/2u6PsEH #TeamQCT Full Story #youth #Commonwealth

@commonwealthsec

Mar 24, 2019

#ConnectedCommonwealth

The #Commonwealth is one of the world’s oldest political association of states, compromising of 53 independent and equal sovereign states. Learn more about our history with our interactive timeline, available on our website http://thecommonwealth.org Full Story #leadership #Commonwealth #youth

@queenscomtrust

Mar 16, 2019

#CommonwealthYouthAwards

It's the #CommonwealthYouthAwards today, and we're wishing the best of luck to all the finalists ! The #CYA celebrates the achievement of young people whose projects serve the people and communities in their country, and drive the progress towards the Global #SDGs. Full Story #youth

@queenscomtrust

Mar 2, 2019

@WEMovement WE Day UK

Excited to share the news that The Duke of Sussex will attend @WEMovement WE Day UK in London next week in his capacity as President of The Queen's Commonwealth Trust He will speak to over 12,000 students & teachers who're leading positive change in their communities! #TeamQCT Full Story #leadership #youth

We champion, connect and fund young leaders around the Commonwealth!

@queenscomtrust

Feb 9, 2019

We champion, connect and fund young leaders around the Commonwealth!

Supported by our wonderful President, HRH The Duke of Sussex, we champion, connect and fund young leaders around the Commonwealth! We amplify their work, share their ideas and inspire others to join in Join us in recognising young leaders as important drivers of change! Full Story #leadership #youth

The Commonwealth - Fast Facts

The Commonwealth is made up of 56 independent nations that work together to pursue common goals which promote democracy, equality, and sustainable development. Our combined population of 2.6 billion is a third of the global population.

The combined GDP is US$12.6 trillion in 2022.

Half of the top 20 global emerging cities are in the Commonwealth.

Seven of the top 10 countries in the Ibrahim Index of African Governance, which measures rule of law, human rights, participation, human development and sustainable economic opportunity, are Commonwealth members.

Seven of the top 10 countries for gender equality in Sub-Saharan Africa are Commonwealth countries, according to World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2015.

Five of the best performing 15 countries in the Youth Development Index are Commonwealth members.

Since 1991, 12 Commonwealth member countries have moved to multi-party democracy from military or one-party rule.

Learn More

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