Development impact stories

Read in further detail how Commonwealth Alumni have made an impact within their organisations and communities, and across nations and internationally, as described in the articles below

Transforming the child protection landscape in Trinidad and Tobago

by Kirsty Scott | Aug 9, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Christal Chapman reflects on her work promoting and protecting child rights in Trinidad and Tobago.

Putting ESG at the heart of sustainable investment

by Kirsty Scott | Aug 4, 2023 | Promoting innovation and entrepreneurship

Abbas Agbaje highlights the importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in promoting ethical and sustainable approaches in the business sector in Nigeria.

Strengthening finance in the Caribbean

by Kirsty Scott | Aug 3, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Suzette Lewis shares her work supporting good governance and financial regulation in the Caribbean.

Promoting the role women can play in peacebuilding

by Kirsty Scott | Aug 2, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Patience Ikpeh discusses the impact of conflict situations on women and girls and the importance of including them in the peacebuilding process.

Creating sustainable energy for refugee villages

by Evangeline Arethwala | Jul 28, 2023 | Strengthening resilience and response to crises

Dr Tanvir Ahmad highlights the impact of reliable, sustainable and clean energy access in remote communities in Pakistan.

Raising awareness and supporting the mental health of the LGBT+ community in India

by Evangeline Arethwala | Jul 26, 2023 | Strengthening health systems and capacity

Dhritiman Ray discusses his work on spreading mental health awareness and providing counselling services to marginalised groups in India.

Supporting women and girls against violence in Ghana

by Evangeline Arethwala | Jul 26, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Adoma Afful-Kwaw discusses her work in implementing a community-intervention project to reduce gender-based violence and improve girls’ access to education in Ghana.

Delivering stronger financial regulation in the Caribbean

by Kirsty Scott | Jul 26, 2023 | Strengthening global peace, security and governance

Louisianne Josiah-Roberts explains her role ensuring that financial service providers across the Caribbean are compliant with laws relating to anti-money laundering, counter-financing of terrorism, and counter-proliferation financing.

Empowering the Future: Street Child’s Mission in Afghanistan

by Kirsty Scott | Jul 21, 2023 | Access, inclusion and opportunity

Vijay Siddharth Pillai reflects on his work championing girls’ education in Afghanistan.

A focus on radiation therapy in Ghana

by Kirsty Scott | Jul 21, 2023 | Strengthening health systems and capacity

Andrew Donkor shares his work improving patient cancer care in Ghana and teaching the next generation of radiation therapists in Africa.

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