Commonwealth Day 2015
Commonwealth Day
Commonwealth
Day is celebrated across the Commonwealth by young people, schools,
communities and civil society organisations on the second Monday in
March every year. It provides an opportunity to promote understanding on
global issues, international co-operation and the work of
Commonwealth organisations.
The day is marked by a range of activities, including a multi-faith Observance at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom. Each year a theme is chosen for Commonwealth Day.
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The day is marked by a range of activities, including a multi-faith Observance at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom. Each year a theme is chosen for Commonwealth Day.
- See more at: http://thecommonwealth.org/media/event/commonwealth-day-2015#sthash.LXvePDSz.dpuf
Commonwealth Day is celebrated on the second Monday in March every year.
The aim of commemorating Commonwealth Day is to promote understanding
on global issues, international co-operation and the work of the
Commonwealth to improve the lives of its 2 billion plus citizens.
Commonwealth Day 2015
Each year, a theme is agreed in consultation with representatives of
Commonwealth civil society and presented for approval by Her Majesty The
Queen, Head of the Commonwealth.
Celebrations offer an opportunity to promote understanding on global
issues, international co-operation and the work of Commonwealth
organisations, which aim to improve the lives of citizens.
‘A Young Commonwealth’ has been chosen as the theme for Commonwealth Day 2015, which takes place on 9 March, 2015.
Monday, 9 March, 2015 (All day)
Commonwealth
Day is celebrated across the Commonwealth by young people, schools,
communities and civil society organisations on the second Monday in
March every year. It provides an opportunity to promote understanding on
global issues, international co-operation and the work of
Commonwealth organisations.
The day is marked by a range of activities, including a multi-faith Observance at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom. Each year a theme is chosen for Commonwealth Day.
A Young Commonwealth
The theme for 2015 is 'A Young Commonwealth'.
"A Young Commonwealth recognises the capacity, contribution and potential of young people, who play a vital role at the heart of sustainable development and democracy," said Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma, announcing the theme.
"The Commonwealth is also a family of dynamic countries at the forefront of innovation, growth and contributing global value. As a diverse and increasingly connected global network, we bring fresh perspectives and new ideas.”
Find out about youth events taking place throughout the year
The day is marked by a range of activities, including a multi-faith Observance at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom. Each year a theme is chosen for Commonwealth Day.
A Young Commonwealth
The theme for 2015 is 'A Young Commonwealth'.
"A Young Commonwealth recognises the capacity, contribution and potential of young people, who play a vital role at the heart of sustainable development and democracy," said Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma, announcing the theme.
"The Commonwealth is also a family of dynamic countries at the forefront of innovation, growth and contributing global value. As a diverse and increasingly connected global network, we bring fresh perspectives and new ideas.”
Find out about youth events taking place throughout the year
Monday, 9 March, 2015 (All day)
Commonwealth
Day is celebrated across the Commonwealth by young people, schools,
communities and civil society organisations on the second Monday in
March every year. It provides an opportunity to promote understanding on
global issues, international co-operation and the work of
Commonwealth organisations.
The day is marked by a range of activities, including a multi-faith Observance at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom. Each year a theme is chosen for Commonwealth Day.
A Young Commonwealth
The theme for 2015 is 'A Young Commonwealth'.
"A Young Commonwealth recognises the capacity, contribution and potential of young people, who play a vital role at the heart of sustainable development and democracy," said Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma, announcing the theme.
"The Commonwealth is also a family of dynamic countries at the forefront of innovation, growth and contributing global value. As a diverse and increasingly connected global network, we bring fresh perspectives and new ideas.”
Find out about youth events taking place throughout the year
The day is marked by a range of activities, including a multi-faith Observance at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom. Each year a theme is chosen for Commonwealth Day.
A Young Commonwealth
The theme for 2015 is 'A Young Commonwealth'.
"A Young Commonwealth recognises the capacity, contribution and potential of young people, who play a vital role at the heart of sustainable development and democracy," said Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma, announcing the theme.
"The Commonwealth is also a family of dynamic countries at the forefront of innovation, growth and contributing global value. As a diverse and increasingly connected global network, we bring fresh perspectives and new ideas.”
Find out about youth events taking place throughout the year
Commonwealth Day 2015
Commonwealth Day 2015
