We are the Commonwealth's agency for civil society. We support people's participation in democracy and development

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Commonwealth Voices: coming soon Our new podcast series is about citizens coming together to participate in democracy and influence institutions. Listen to the trailer for episode one now. View Now

Blue economy conference: reflections

What role is there for the literal ‘salt of the earth’ - fisherfolk, farmers, and the endangered people living on islands and along low- ...

Commonwealth insights: climate justice

Institutional responses to climate change have predominantly been about adapting to its impact. However, this approach places the burden on ...

Featured projects

Programme supported

Amplifying voices for gender equality

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Grant funded

Enhancing accountability for cash transfer programmes

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Commonwealth Writers

Commonwealth short films

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Knowledge hub

Browse a library of publications from our knowledge hub, including policy briefs written in collaboration with civil society partners, toolkits, guides and more.

Commonwealth People’s Forum

The CPF brings together civil society representatives from around the world to discuss and debate key issues facing Commonwealth people.

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Explore our projects through an interactive map.

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The Foundation offers grants of up to £50,000 in support of innovative project ideas and approaches that seek to strengthen the ability of civic voices to engage with governments.