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CSC Mentoring Programme 2024-2025 – applications now open!
The CSC’s Mentoring Programme connects Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni to support knowledge and skills development and a practical understanding of how these can be implemented post-scholarship to achieve development impact. The CSC aims to pair current Scholars...
Scholars explore the barriers and progress to LGBT+ equality at residential retreat
In 2023/24, the CSC’s Time Limited Programme focuses on LGBT+ Rights and aims to encourage dialogue and engagement on the issues affecting LGBT+ people in the Commonwealth. As part of its programme of activities, earlier this year the CSC was pleased to host a...
Nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset in Zambia
On 19 August, the Commonwealth Alumni Association of Zambia (CAAZ) held a webinar on the importance of entrepreneurship, and the skills needed for alumni to thrive in entrepreneurial ventures. The event explored the concept of an entrepreneurial mindset through...
Meet the 2024 CSC Alumni Community Engagement Fund organisers
The CSC Alumni Team are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 CSC Alumni Community Engagement Fund (ACEF). Over the next nine months, they will plan and deliver community-focused engagement activities to raise awareness across one of five chosen themes. Keep...
Highlighting the role of geospatial data in sustainable development in Malawi
On 19 July, the Malawi Commonwealth Alumni Network (MCAN) held an event to discuss the role of geospatial technology and data in achieving sustainable development. The event brought together an expert panel representing government, academia and data science. Through a...
Scholars explore youth development in CSC’s 65th anniversary year
To mark the 65th anniversary of the CSC, and last year’s Commonwealth Year of Youth, the CSC’s London and South East Regional Network hosted an event exploring youth development and the Youth Development Index (YDI). Professor Terri-Ann Gilbert-Roberts, a double...
Time Limited Programme 2024 & 2025: Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Job Creation
In the last three decades, participation in higher education has seen unprecedented growth around the globe. Whilst the number of skilled graduates has grown, many job markets have been unable to keep pace, leaving young people with valuable expertise but increasingly...
Celebrating this year’s Commonwealth Scholars at Farewell 2024
On Tuesday 2 July 2024, we welcomed Commonwealth Scholars to the Farewell event at Alexandra Palace in London to celebrate their success and mark the end of their time in the UK. In partnership with the Chevening and Marshall Scholarship schemes, the Farewell event...
Reconnecting Commonwealth Alumni in Trinidad and Tobago
On 1 June 2024, Commonwealth Alumni living and working in Trinidad and Tobago gathered in Port of Spain to reconnect and share memories of their time as scholars. The event marks the first alumni gathering post-COVID and provided an opportunity for alumni to meet in...
Promoting indigenous medicinal knowledge in Uganda
In March 2024, Commonwealth Alumnus Akusa Patrice Mawa delivered an activity to create awareness on preserving and promoting indigenous knowledge on traditional medicine in Entebbe, Uganda.
Latest Publications and Resources
Promoting and Extending Healthcare Services to Uganda’s Vulnerable and Rural Communities
The CSC is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features John Bosco Tumuhairwe, a promoter and researcher of public health for Uganda’s vulnerable and rural population, who...
Protecting Livelihoods and Advancing Climate Change Literacy in Rural Uganda, South Africa, and Beyond
The CSC is delighted to present our next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features Sidney Muhangi, a passionate advocate for sustainable development practices and recipient of two Commonwealth...
Empowering Ugandan Farming Communities through Bees and Black Soldier Flies
The CSC is pleased to present its 25th case study demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni around the world. This study features Dr Deborah Ruth Amulen, a Commonwealth Split-Site Scholar who graduated in 2017 with a PhD in Applied Biological Science. During her...
Transforming Nigeria Agriculture through Practice, Advocacy, and Education
The CSC is happy to present its 24th individual impact case study, the latest in our ongoing series highlighting the achievements and impacts of our alumni. Featured in this case study is Femi Adekoya. Femi is a Commonwealth Alumnus from Nigeria who graduated from...
Promoting Gender Equality in Education, and Tackling Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria
The CSC is thrilled to be publishing the 23rd case study in our on-going series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Taibat Hussain who completed a Master’s degree in Development Economics at SOAS University of London...
Tackling Medical Waste in Nigeria and Widening Access to Tertiary Education
The CSC is proud to share our 22nd individual impact case study. This is the latest in our ongoing series of case studies demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships on individuals and their communities. Featured in this case study is Babajide Milton...
Promoting Life-saving Health Interventions for Vulnerable and Marginalised Communities in Uganda
The CSC is excited to share the 21st individual impact case study as part of our on-going series of case studies demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Joab Tusaasire who completed a Master’s degree in International...
Promoting Environmental and Social Sustainability for Improved Livelihoods in Ghana and Beyond
The CSC is very pleased to share the twentieth individual impact case study as part of our on-going evaluation work demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Stephen Doso Jnr, a 2013 alumnus who completed a Master’s degree...
Improving Access and Inclusion in Health Services for Disadvantaged Rural Communities and Tackling Youth Unemployment in Nigeria
The CSC is excited to share another impact case study as part of our on-going evaluation work identifying and demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Violet Tampiooru Gomba, a 2018 alumnus who completed a Master’s degree...
Insect Technology for Sustainable Fish Farming and Waste Management in Kenya
The CSC is pleased to share a new impact case study as part of our on-going evaluation work identifying and demonstrating the outcomes and impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Proscovia Amondi Alando, a 2018 alumnus who completed a...
