Development impact stories

The CSC aims to identify talented individuals who have the potential to become catalysts for positive change in their communities and beyond. Find out how Commonwealth Alumni are making an impact within their organisations and communities, and across nations and internationally.

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Strengthening Climate-Smart Planning and Community Resilience in Northern Ghana Hannah Openshaw | 02 Mar, 2026

Development Impact Stories, Scholarship Impact

Graduate Professional Skills training at the University of Business and Integrated Development Studies As part of the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission’s (CSC) ongoing case study series showcasing the global impact of …

Bridging Zambia’s Learning Gap through Innovation and Inclusion Mercy Okusun | 18 Feb, 2026

Development Impact Stories, Scholarship Impact

The CSC is pleased to present our next case study as part of its ongoing series showcasing the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features Charles William Zulu, a …

Strengthening India’s Food and Nutrition Systems: From Policy Vision to Ground-Level Impact Mercy Okusun | 18 Feb, 2026

Development Impact Stories, Scholarship Impact

The CSC is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features Abhishek Jain, a Commonwealth Shared Scholar …

Youth Crime, Digital Poverty, and Substance Abuse: Advocating for evidence-based interventions in Jamaica Ed Clarkson | 20 May, 2025

Development Impact Stories, Scholarship Impact

The CSC is happy to present our next individual impact case study, the latest in our ongoing series highlighting the impactful work of Commonwealth Alumni around the world. This study …

Eliminating Hepatitis B Virus and Improving Gastrointestinal and Hepatology Healthcare in Zambia Ed Clarkson | 06 May, 2025

Development Impact Stories, Scholarship Impact

The CSC is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features Enock Syabbalo, a Commonwealth Distance Learning …

Soil Health in Bangladesh and Canada: Understanding Degradation, Heavy Metals, and Carbon Sequestration Ed Clarkson | 02 May, 2025

Development Impact Stories, Scholarship Impact

The CSC is delighted to present its next individual impact case study, the latest in our series showcasing the development impact of our alumni around the world. This case study …

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