Publication and Resources
Improving Access to Higher Education for Underrepresented Groups
Improving Access to Higher Education for Underrepresented Groups The CSC has published a policy briefing paper which examines its commitment to improving access to higher education for underrepresented groups across the Commonwealth, aligned with its equity,...
The Alastair Niven Memorial Seminar celebrates a lifetime of Commonwealth service
Leaders in education, policymakers, and Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni gathered in Westminster last week for the Alastair Niven Memorial Seminar, a special event honouring the life, work, and enduring legacy of Dr Alastair Niven LVO OBE (1944-2025). The seminar...
The Contribution of Commonwealth Scholarships to UK Soft Power
The Contribution of Commonwealth Scholarships to UK Soft Power The CSC has published a policy briefing paper which examines how Commonwealth Scholarships contribute to the United Kingdom’s soft power, a key priority of UK government policy. It argues...
Unlocking Graduate Potential: Commonwealth Alumni and Entrepreneurship
Unlocking Graduate Potential: Commonwealth Alumni and Entrepreneurship The CSC has published a policy briefing paper which examines how entrepreneurial Commonwealth Alumni contribute towards job creation in low and middle income countries. In these countries, the...
Driving UK-Global Partnerships through Commonwealth Scholarships
Driving UK-Global Partnerships through Commonwealth Scholarships The CSC has published a policy briefing paper which examines the important role that Commonwealth Alumni play in enabling forms of international cooperation that deliver value for both the UK and partner...
Commonwealth Day 2026 marks a global call to unlock shared opportunities
On Monday 9 March, Commonwealth Scholars joined the multi-faith service of celebration and unity at Westminster Abbey in London to mark Commonwealth Day 2026. This flagship ceremony, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society, welcomed more than 1,800 guests,...
Universal Health Coverage: The Contribution of Commonwealth Scholars
Universal Health Coverage: The Contribution of Commonwealth Scholars The CSC has published a policy briefing paper which examines how Commonwealth Alumni contribute to progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC), a central component of both Sustainable...
Climate Action Through Higher Education: The Impact of Commonwealth Scholarships
Climate Action Through Higher Education: The Impact of Commonwealth Scholarships The CSC has published a policy briefing paper examining how Commonwealth Scholarships support the UK’s climate goals. This paper explores how Commonwealth Scholarships support climate...
Commonwealth Scholarships Make Economic Sense to the UK
Commonwealth Scholarships Make Economic Sense to the UK The CSC has published a policy briefing paper examining the economic impact of Commonwealth Scholarships on the United Kingdom. This paper is the first in a series of policy briefing papers published by...
Community Resilience and Knowledge: Talanoa on Flood Mitigation in Lawai Village, Fiji
Lawai Village is dealing with the severe consequences of riverbank erosion and flooding. In December 2025, Commonwealth Alumnus Milika Sobey led a Talanoa on flood mitigation for villagers and local authorities.