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Across the Commonwealth, educating girls is one of the most transformative investments a country can make. When girls are educated, they are more likely to become economically independent, healthier, and community-minded citizens. The Commonwealth Countries League (CCL) has long championed this cause through its support for the Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (CGEF), offering scholarships and […]

2025 marks the centenary year of the Commonwealth Countries League—100 years of dedication to equality, education, and empowerment. This celebration is not just about looking back, but looking forward. It honours the vision of CCL’s founders, like Alice Hemming and her fellow suffragettes, who fought for women’s rights and laid the foundation for a movement

Commonwealth events offer much more than pageantry and celebration—they are powerful platforms for diplomacy, connection, and collaboration. Whether it’s the annual Commonwealth Fair, centenary celebrations, or high-profile forums, these gatherings provide unique opportunities to meet and network with High Commissioners, Ambassadors, educators, and leaders from across the globe. For organisations like the Commonwealth Countries League,

The Commonwealth is a unique international family of 56 nations, united by shared history, values, and aspirations. Originating from the British Empire, the modern Commonwealth was formally established with the 1949 London Declaration, enabling former colonies to remain voluntarily connected while becoming fully sovereign. Today, the Commonwealth includes countries from every continent, covering nearly a

Alice Hemming was not only a suffragette but a visionary who helped shape a global movement for women’s rights. In 1925, she co-founded the British Commonwealth League—now known as the Commonwealth Countries League—with the goal of raising the status of women across the Commonwealth and promoting girls’ education. Inspired by a deep belief in equality

The Commonwealth is more than just a political association — it’s a global family of nations tied together by shared history, values, and aspirations. From its royal connections to its powerful focus on youth, education, and peace, the Commonwealth plays a vital role in uniting diverse nations. Here are 10 interesting facts that shed light

As the Commonwealth Countries League (CCL) marks its Centenary Year (1925–2025), its commitment extends beyond education and equality — it now embraces environmental sustainability too. In collaboration with the International Children’s Peace Assembly (ICPA), CCL is proud to support a week-long youth development programme from 16–24 August 2025, bringing together over 100 children from diverse