Where we work

The Commonwealth Foundation is one of the Commonwealth’s three intergovernmental agencies, standing alongside the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Commonwealth of Learning. We are the Commonwealth’s agency for civil society; a unique, stand-alone organisation established by, funded by, and reporting to governments.

Our work spans the Commonwealth of Nations, a voluntary association of 56 Member States bound together by common values, including respect for human rights, democracy, and good governance.

All Commonwealth Member States are eligible to become members of the Commonwealth Foundation. Our total membership stands today at 50 countries. Associated states or overseas territories may apply for Associate Member status. Gibraltar is currently an Associate Member.

See above for a complete list of all 56 Commonwealth Member States. States with an asterisk (*) next to them are not currently members of the Commonwealth Foundation. You can view our in-country projects by clicking on the map.