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Our charity aims to raise awareness of the Commonwealth, its cultures and histories of its citizens and to promote social inclusion.

As a charity one of our primary objectives is to help young people learn about Commonwealth countries. The Commonwealth came into being in 1949. Since then independent countries from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Pacific have joined. Membership is based on free, equal and voluntary co-operation. WHAT WE DO HERE IN BRISTOL

We’ve been a part of the Bristol scene for a very long time! As a registered charity one of our primary objectives is to help young people learn first-hand about Commonwealth countries. We’ve supported young people from Bristol and the surrounding areas to work in voluntary roles overseas.

09/10/2026

FIRST BORN SECOND: VOICES OF THE CHILDREN OF THE WINDRUSH ERA AT THE WATERSHED 29TH OCTOBER. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Michelle Pascal and co-produced by writer and curator Roger Griffith MBE. A raw, triumphant and personal documentary exploring the joys and pain of growing up Black in 1970s and 80s Britain.

07/10/2026

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2026
This year’s theme, “Honouring Our Communities,” invites us to recognise the individuals whose everyday contributions shape, support and sustain Black life across the United Kingdom.

02/10/2026

WINDRUSH SCANDAL LISTENING EVENT SATURDAY 17TH OCTOBER AT CITY HALL - Listening, reflection and dialogue with the Independent Windrush Commissioner

29/09/2026

AFRIKA EYE RETURNS WITH A NEW DIRECTOR AND A NEW FOCUS
The South West’s biggest celebration of African cinema and culture returns to Bristol from 19 to 22 November. The Festival opens at the Watershed on 19 November with CLARISSA, starring Sophie Okonedo and David Oleyowo. To keep up to date with festival news, please visit www.afrikaeye.org.uk; find Afrika Eye Film Festival on Facebook or follow on Instagram.

25/09/2026

TODAY MOZAMBIQUE CELEBRATED ARMY DAY
Commemorating the armed struggle against 470 years of Portuguese colonial rule and leading to independence in 1964. The Cacefu Kids Marching Band performed as the only children’s band chosen for official government ceremonies. We are so very proud to sponsor them!

16/09/2026

JOIN US FOR A MALAYSIAN INSPIRED EVENING WITH FOOD, COCKTAILS AND LIVE MUSIC. SATURDAY 14TH NOVEMBER

11/09/2026

END OF SUMMER MIXER EVENT
12TH SEPTEMBER COMMONWEALTH HOUSE

04/09/2026

JOIN US FOR A MALAYSIAN EVENING ON SATURDAY 14TH NOVEMBER, WITH MALAYSIAN INSPIRED FOOD, COCKTAILS AND LIVE MUSIC!

01/09/2026

BRISTOL HARMONY LUNCH 16TH AUGUST
Bristol Multi-Faith Forum and partners jointly commemorated the Independence Days of India and Pakistan with a heartfelt celebration of culture, connection, shared heritage and peace. This very special day conveys a strong message of harmony to the rest of the world and is very proud to be a feature of Bristol, a City of Sanctuary.

25/08/2026

SKAMMATA – A FILM FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ANTIQUITIES, CYPRUS, SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER 12.30PM, GREEK CENTRE, LOWER ASHLEY ROAD, BRISTOL
Directed by Danae Stylianou, SKAMMATA uses archaeological archives and powerful personal testimonies to explore Cyprus before and after the events of 1974 and the profound consequences of war for the island's archaeology and cultural heritage.

Address

Commonwealth House, 14 Whiteladies Road
Bristol
BS81PD

Telephone

+441179734720

Website

http://www.bcsbristol.org.uk/

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