Professor Rachel Johanna Freeman shares her passion for bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and public service through her community engagement leadership at the University of Namibia.
Alumni
Promoting dignity and inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community in Kenya
In December 2024, Commonwealth Alumnus Azenath Okemwa delivered a training workshop for community members in Kisii county, Kenya to raise awareness of the challenges faced by gender and sexual minorities and promote LGBTQ+ rights.
Engaging young people in environmental conservation in Ghana
On 2 November, Commonwealth Alumnus Dr Albert Banunle organised an activity to raise awareness on the effects of climate change in Ghana and foster youth-led ideas and approaches to support environmental and sustainable development.
Strengthening inclusive education for children with disabilities in Nigeria
Between 21-22 November 2024, Commonwealth Alumnus Ifeoma Lilian Nwakama delivered a two-day workshop to promote access to education for children with disabilities and discuss national legislations on the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria.
Promoting political rights for People with Disability in Nigeria
In November 2024, Commonwealth Alumnus Dr Afeez Shittu delivered two workshops for high school students on disability rights and political participation for People with Disabilities (PWDs) in Oyo State, Nigeria.
Protecting Mount Elgon: community-led disaster preparedness in a changing climate
Jimmy Asiku highlights the importance of coordinating local and international stakeholders to build disaster preparedness at the community level in Mount Elgon, Uganda.
Building a common future: The impact of Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) represents a vivid and enduring demonstration of the UK’s commitment to the Commonwealth. Within our recently launched impact report, we highlight the influence that Commonwealth Alumni create once they have completed...
Pioneering rapid genome sequencing for COVID-19 surveillance in the Caribbean
Dr Christine Carrington shares the impact of her pioneering rapid genome sequencing of SARS-CoV-2 in improving the COVID-19 pandemic response and public health decision-making in the Caribbean.
Strengthening local forest governance in Cameroon
Emmanuel Suka discusses his work in policy development and forest management to restore degraded landscapes and build capacity for forest conservation practices in Cameroon.
Implementing the World Bank’s Environment and Social Framework in CARICOM
Chanelle Fingal-Robinson discusses her work as a Social Development expert leading on implementing the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework across the Caribbean.
