We are the Commonwealth's agency for civil society. We support people's participation in democracy and development
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Art and Climate Justice: Reimagining the Future
How can the arts shine a light on climate injustice?
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Featured projects
Grant funded
Basic income support in the context of Covid-19 and beyond
This project is funded by extra-budgetary resources provided by the Government of Canada.
Grant funded
Fighting sexual and gender-based violence: collaboration, advocacy, awareness and protection
This project is funded by extra-budgetary resources provided by the Government of Canada.
Grant funded
Enhancing citizens’ participation for effective Covid-19 responses
This project is funded by extra-budgetary resources provided by the Government of Canada.
Commonwealth Writers is the cultural initiative of the Commonwealth Foundation.
Commonwealth Writers was set up in 2012 to inspire and connect writers and storytellers across the world. We believe that well-told stories can help people make sense of events, engage with others and take action to bring about change.
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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 in support of innovative project ideas and approaches that seek to strengthen the ability of civic voices to engage with governments.
