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The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is the official representative voice of the more than 1.2 billion young people in the Commonwealth.
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We are 5 days away from the Presidential Gala on Youth Development, on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda. The Gala will bring together Heads of Government, Ministers, development partners and young leaders to celebrate youth leadership, recognise outstanding contributions to youth development and mobilise greater investment in young people across the Commonwealth. The evening will also feature the final showcase of the inaugural Commonwealth Young Leaders Fellowship and recognition of outstanding youth-led initiatives. πŸ“… 3 November 2026 πŸ•– 7:00 PM (AST) πŸ“ Antigua and Barbuda πŸ”— RSVP: https://cwlac.org/events Join us as we celebrate youth leadership and strengthen our collective commitment to the next generation. #CHOGM2026 #YouthDevelopment #GetYouthInvolved by @officialcyc
A Billion Reasons to Rise! We are proud to announce that we will be hosting a special breakfast edition of the flagship Commonwealth Leadership Series, focused on climate action and leadership on the margins of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2026). This event will provide an intergenerational platform to discuss the leadership required to tackle the climate crisis and serve as the stage to announce a $1 Billion Green Rising Fund for youth-led climate action. With CHOGM spotlighting strategic partnerships and catalytic investments, this Leadership Breakfast is an engagement you cannot afford to miss. Mark your calendars and RSVP now: cwlac.org/events Date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 Time: 7:30 AM Location: St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda #GetYouthInvolved #GreenRising #CHOGM2026 by @officialcyc
πŸ“£ SAVE THE DATE ‼️ Get ready for the KEKO TANZANITE BONANZA FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT! The official launch of Amani Labs – Youth for Peaceful Communities project, Sports for Peace under the support of the Commonwealth Young Leaders Fellowship led by @petriderpaul πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡Ώ Tanzania fellow through @cwlacofficial and @officialcyc , we’re bringing young people together through the power of football to promote peace, unity, teamwork and stronger communities. πŸ—“οΈDate: 8th November 2026 ⏰ Kick-off: 10:00 AM EAT πŸ“ Venue: Keko Mabembeani, Dar es Salaam One pitch. One community. One shared vision for peace! πŸ•ŠοΈβš½ Mark your calendars, rally your team and get ready for the action. Interested to attend ? RSVP : coordinator@imaraleadership.org Proudly supported by @imaraleadership , @gnmcargoltd , Zain Herbal Products and Pangani Waters. #AmaniLabs #KekoTanzaniteBonanza #YouthForPeace #FootballForPeace #Commonwealth by @officialcyc
We are pleased to announce the Presidential Gala on Youth Development, to be held on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda. The Gala will bring together Heads of Government, Ministers, development partners and young leaders to celebrate youth leadership, recognise outstanding contributions to youth development and mobilise greater investment in young people across the Commonwealth. The evening will also feature the final showcase of the inaugural Commonwealth Young Leaders Fellowship and recognition of outstanding youth-led initiatives. πŸ“… 3 November 2026 πŸ•– 7:00 PM (AST) πŸ“ Antigua and Barbuda πŸ”— RSVP: https://cwlac.org/events Join us as we celebrate youth leadership and strengthen our collective commitment to the next generation. #CHOGM2026 #YouthDevelopment #GetYouthInvolved by @officialcyc
What happens after a convict enters the prison? At the NavaDisha International Dialogue at the EIMR Business School, Shri Alok Kumar, IPS, Director General of Police, Prisons and Correctional Services, Karnataka, offered valuable insights into the realities of India’s prisons and the urgent need for reform. Drawing on his extensive experience across policing and administration, he spoke about the challenges facing correctional facilities and the importance of strengthening rehabilitation, reformation and reintegration. His address left participants with much to reflect on about building a criminal justice system that goes beyond punishment to give people a genuine opportunity to change. The session was moderated by @soniya_deshmukh_, Founder of @revyug_, and attended by representatives of Tatvam Institute of Leadership, @projectshringara, the Commonwealth Youth Council and the International Organization for Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation (IOCPR), Sri Lanka. Grateful to Shri Alok Kumar for sharing his insights and contributing to this important dialogue. #NavaDisha #TatvamInstitute #PrisonReforms #CriminalJustice #Rehabilitation by @officialcyc
Are you a young person who wants to know how decisions are made in your local area and how you can get involved? πŸ’¬ I’ve organised a series of online workshops for young people in the UK and Channel Islands to learn more about how decisions are made in their local communities and share ideas for making your area a better place to live. πŸ₯³ Are you aged 13–25 and living in the UK or the Channel Islands? Join a session and share your ideas! πŸ’‘ Choose a date and register below: ➑️ Workshop 1: 21 October 5:30PM – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6aU9YtqWTni2prxli6aEEQ ➑️ Workshop 2: 24 October 2PM – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qqrJXpP_S3uST0-k879g9g ➑️ Workshop 3: 26 October 5:30PM – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/N_2hcp79TvG39I0BU-itnQ #workshop #youthparticipation #commonwealth #chogm2026 #uk by @officialcyc
🌍 ECO LENS YOUTH STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Building a sustainable future through youth voices, innovation, and technology. 🌱 As part of the EcoLens initiative, we are bringing together invited young stakeholders in Accra to share ideas and perspectives on leveraging technology to detect environmental challenges and support timely action. Together, we can turn ideas into impact. πŸ’š πŸ“ Ministry of Youth and Development, Conference Room, Accra πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, 22 October 2026 ⏰ 6:00 PM Please note: This engagement is strictly by invitation. #EcoLens #YouthEngagement #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalInnovation #YouthLeadership by @officialcyc
Everyone is talking about reparations but what does justice look like to our generation? We’re bringing together youth activists and advocates to unpack the big questions and the fresh perspectives. Join the conversation πŸ“Live on Zoom Register now! #RootsAndRights #Reparations #YouthLeadership #TheRepairCampaign #CommonwealthYoungLeadersFellowship by @officialcyc
What does it take to give justice a new direction? Introducing NavaDisha 2026 β€” Global Dialogue on Justice & Reintegration. 🌍 A two-day international convening bringing together delegates, policymakers, and changemakers to reimagine justice, rehabilitation, and reintegration. πŸ“… 23–24 October 2026 πŸ“ EIMR Business School, Karnataka 🎟️ REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Be part of a dialogue that builds bridges, not just borders. πŸ”— Register now: https://forms.gle/CLwry7amYRxiKgoT7 #NavaDisha2026 #JusticeAndReintegration #GlobalDialogue #Shringara by @officialcyc
A meaningful and engaging session on Mental Health Conversations with adolescents as part of the Are You Okay? Campaign, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Youth Council. It was amazing to work as Wellbeing Champion πŸ’™πŸ‡΅πŸ‡° Through interactive discussions, paired activities, and shared reflections, we explored the importance of ASK, LISTEN, CONNECT, and ACT. From understanding mental health and challenging stigma to practising active listening and creating safe spaces, the session highlighted how small, intentional actions can make a meaningful difference. 🌈 One of the most beautiful takeaways was recognising that sometimes, simply listening and validating someone's emotions can make them feel heard, valued, and supported. ✨ Here's to nurturing empathy, breaking stigma, and building communities where every young person feels safe to speak and comfortable asking for support. πŸ’š #wellbeingchampion #areyouokaycampaign #commonwealthyouthcouncil #α΄α΄‡Ι΄α΄›α΄€ΚŸΚœα΄‡α΄€ΚŸα΄›Κœα΄€α΄‘α΄€Κ€α΄‡Ι΄α΄‡ss #youthwellbeing by @officialcyc
THE WELLBEING CIRCLE PICNIC We took the conversation beyond the screens and created space for young people to connect, have honest conversations about mental health, play games, and slow down through a guided meditation and breathing session. It was beautiful seeing people come together, relax, share, and simply be present. Sometimes, we need spaces where we can take a break from everything, check in with ourselves, and connect with others beyond the usual β€œI’m fine.” For me, this was more than hosting a picnic. It was about turning advocacy into action and creating an experience that brought the Are You Okay? Beyond β€œI’m Fine” campaign to life. A big thank you to everyone who gave their time, energy, and support to make this possible. πŸ’› As a Wellbeing Champion of the Commonwealth Youth Council, I’m reminded that the work continues beyond a single event. ASK. LISTEN. CONNECT. ACT. #areyouokay #youthgetinvolved #youthwellbeing #commonwealthyouthcouncil #drugfreeproject by @officialcyc
We are delighted to announce Hon. George Opare-Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment of the Republic of Ghana, as the Keynote Speaker for the Are You Okay? Grand Convening, organised by the Commonwealth Youth Council. As we bring together young people, Wellbeing Champions, policymakers and mental health advocates, the Minister will join us to advance an important conversation on prioritising youth mental health and wellbeing. Through the #AreYouOkay Campaign, we are mobilising young people across the Commonwealth to break the stigma, create safe spaces for honest conversations and build communities where everyone feels heard and supported. πŸ“… 21 October 2026 ⏰ 15:00 - 17:00 BST πŸ“ Teesside University London Campus, London, UK 🎟️ Attendance is FREE, but registration is required! πŸ”— Register now: cycofficial.org/are-you-okay/#reg Because mental health matters, and every young person deserves to be heard. πŸ’š Ask. Listen. Connect. Act. #GetYouthInvolved by @officialcyc

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