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made by: M.Bertamino, F.Buonfino, R.Cardone, V.Cuomo, F.DiNapoli, P.Gallina

Society and young people

06/10/18

The Commonwealth is a diverse political association with historical roots in the British Empire,evolving to promote shared values and global cooperation among member nations. ▪ The term "Commonwealth" has evolved from its 17th-century republican origins to represent a modern, voluntary association of independent nations.▪ Established in its current form in 1949, the Commonwealth fosters international collaboration and shared goals among its members.▪ Member states, including former British colonies, work together on various global issues while maintaining their sovereignty.

The Commonwealth, comprising 56 countries with 2.5 billion people, over 60% under 30, views youth (ages 15-29) as essential to national development and invests in empowering them. Through the Commonwealth Youth Programme, active for over 50 years, it: •Promotes youth participation in decision-making and celebrates their contributions to democracy and development. •Supports governments in creating youth policies and increasing funding for youth initiatives. •Enhances youth work as a profession through education, training, and standards, while encouraging best practices and associations. We work to promote gender equality, women’s rights, and empowerment in social, economic, and political spheres.

Youth

Our efforts include technical support, skills training, advocacy, research, and fostering global consensus on gender equality priorities. Key focus areas are: •Women in leadership •Economic empowerment of women •Ending violence against women and girls •Gender and climate change •Achieving the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals Through the Commonwealth Says NO MORE initiative, we help member countries address gender-based violence and advance women’s empowerment in health, education, and beyond.

Women Equality

The Commonwealth Secretariat’s Health Section supports member countries in improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities by: • Promoting universal health coverage and addressing key health issues. • Hosting health forums like the Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting. • Providing technical assistance and capacity-building opportunities. • Encouraging collaboration and sharing best practices among member states. • Advancing research and advocacy on emerging health challenges.The work focuses on young people and marginalised groups through collaboration with other Commonwealth departments.

Health

The Commonwealth promotes the use of sport to improve physical and mental health, education, economic growth, and social inclusion. •Through the Commonwealth Moves initiative, the Secretariat helps countries adapt to the post-COVID-19 world by leveraging sport to achieve national development goals and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). •The Secretariat provides expert policy advice, training for officials, and support for monitoring and evaluation to maximise the benefits of sport. •The Commonwealth plays a leadership role in global efforts to measure the impact of sport, coordinating with international organisations, governments, and the sports sector to enhance sport’s positive influence on society.

Sport for development and peace

Since 1959, the Commonwealth has focused on education through the Conferences of Commonwealth Education Ministers (CCEMs). Education Programme Highlights: •The Secretariat supports member countries through policy advocacy, technical assistance, and partnerships to improve education systems. •It promotes equitable access to quality education for all learners, with an emphasis on non-formal education to enhance personal development, leadership, and skills. •In 2018, the Commonwealth Non-Formal Education Alliance was created to expand non-formal education and youth leadership across the Commonwealth.

Education

The Commonwealth Faith Festival, part of the Faith in the Commonwealth initiative, engages youth and youth organisations in addressing community issues. •The Faith in the Commonwealth programme focuses on peacebuilding, with youth leading efforts, particularly in the Year of the Youth. •It promotes values like justice, compassion, and understanding while fostering commitment to peace, human rights, democracy, and good governance. •The initiative aims to create a generation of youth peace ambassadors to promote harmony and cooperation.

Faith

sum up...

- The Commonwealth empowers young people, recognizing their crucial role in shaping the future by investing in education, leadership, and decision-making participation. - The Commonwealth is committed to gender equality and women’s rights, focusing on tackling gender-based violence and promoting equal opportunities for all. - The Commonwealth’s approach integrates health, education, and sport to address social issues, encouraging collaboration to create positive, lasting change for marginalized groups.