Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work 2025: (Deadline 18 October, 2024)

About Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC)

The Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) is the largest and most diverse youth-led organization in the world. It is the recognized voice of more than 1.2 billion young people in the commonwealth. It was established by the Heads of Governments in the commonwealth inline with the Commonwealth Charter. It is an exciting inclusive initiative that seeks to communicate, engage and advocate for youth led participation. The CYC is an independent entity responsible for youth representation in the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth Youth Council is as a youth-led organisation which aims to further advan…

Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work

Aim and Benefits of Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work

• There will be four finalists for each Commonwealth region with the top entries receiving the Regional Winner Award. The top Regional Winner will receive the Pan-Commonwealth Award and be named the Commonwealth Young Person of the Year 2025.
• The 20 Regional Finalists will each receive a £1,000 grant, a trophy and a certificate.
• The 5 Regional Winners will receive an additional £2,000 (a total of £3,000) a trophy and a certificate.
• The Pan-Commonwealth Winner will receive an additional £2,000 (a total of £5,000) a trophy and a certificate.
• The Khalili Foundation will also present 3 youth PEACE awards to young people working in peace and development. Addtional grants may be offered by the Commonwealth Foundation based on eligibility.
• Winners will be officially announced during Commonwealth Week in March 2025.

Requirements for Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work Qualification

• The nominee must have been engaged in development work for more than 12 months, either in a professional or voluntary capacity;
• The nominee must be a Commonwealth citizen and the development work must be taking place in a Commonwealth member country;
• The nominee be aged 15 to 29 years old on 31 December 2024; and
• Individuals can nominate themselves or be nominated by someone who can accurately describe their development work.

Application Deadline

October 18, 2024

How to Apply

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