Small Commonwealth States
The Commonwealth defines small states as those with a population of 1.5 million people or less. It also includes countries with a bigger population but which share many of the same characteristics. 32 of the 56 member countries of the Commonwealth are small states.
Due to their size and in some cases geographic position, small states face a number of challenges and vulnerabilities, including natural disasters and climate change, economic diversification, small and/or remote populations, and transportation and infrastructure. Despite these critical challenges, international policies are not always responses to small states’ needs.
Small Commonwealth States ACEF activities
You can read about the Small Commonwealth States themed activities delivered by Commonwealth Alumni below – as well as the impact these activities had on their chosen community.
Exploring the socio-economic impact of climate change in Small Island Developing States
On 29 March 2024, UKCAC-Mauritius chapter delivered a one-day conference to foster an open exchange of ideas, knowledge, and experiences around the socio-economic impacts of climate change on SIDS in the Indian Ocean.
Building ICT and Digital Skills in the Solomon Islands
In February 2024, the Solomon Islands Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni Associations (SICSAA) delivered a two-day STEM Awareness Basic ICT and Digital Skills Workshop at Kulu Community High School, North East Guadalcanal. The workshop aimed to address digital literacy in disadvantaged rural communities. The activity was organised by Commonwealth Scholar Martiza Nanau and supported by fellow Commonwealth Alumni from the Solomon Islands.
