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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.

13/06/2026

“DANCE MY DAUGHTER” A film by Karen Boswall documenting the lived experiences of women and girls from Mozambique through the medium of dance and music. Join us at this friendly evening of film and discussion with Ethiopian snacks on sale from Ababo's Cuisine who are kindly donating a proportion of their profits to the “Social Protection through the Arts” project. Tickets from Headfirst.

02/06/2026

CACEFU KIDS MARCHING BAND
Entertaining children and teachers at the “Mugulama Basic School” in a remote village in Ilê district. They had never seen a band and instruments like it before. The local school director was so amazed that he asked to touch the drum! Cacefu Kids Band continues to bring so much joy to communities in Mozambique and we are so happy support them.

29/05/2026

TALK BY RACHEL KYTE. PLEASE NOTE. THIS TALK HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO 6TH JULY AND WILL BE HELD AT COMMONWEALTH HOUSE. FURTHER DETAILS TO FOLLOW.

27/05/2026

COMMONWEALTH CLEAN OCEANS CAMPAIGN
The Commonwealth Clean Oceans Plastics Campaign is calling on communities, schools, and individuals across the Commonwealth to take action against plastic pollution. Hosting a plastic clean-up in your local area is one of the simplest and most powerful things you can do. Every piece of plastic collected is a step toward a cleaner Commonwealth.

17/05/2026

CACEFU KIDS BAND CELEBRATE POLICE DAY IN MOZAMBIQUE
The Cacefu Kids Band performed at Police Day in Mozambique (Dia da Polícia) on May 17th. They are the only children's band in the country chosen to perform at official ceremonies. We are so very proud of them!

15/05/2026

THE 16th COMMONWEALTH REGIONAL CONFERENCE OF HEADS OF ANTI CORRUPTION AGENCIES.
Held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, from 4 to 8 May 2026, the conference brought together senior anti-corruption leaders, policymakers and international experts to share their vision for using artificial intelligence to strengthen the fight against corruption across Africa. The conference reaffirmed the Commonwealth’s commitment to working with African member states to strengthen integrity and uphold good governance.

01/05/2026

THE CACEFU KIDS MARCHING BAND CELEBRATING LABOUR DAY IN MOZAMBIQUE
Labour Day in Mozambique is marked with large scale parades and discussions focusing on workers’ rights and fair wages. It is also a day to celebrate and the Cacefu Kids Marching Band of Alto Molocue proudly led the procession in their home town. These are remarkable young people who continue to bring joy to their community despite many hardships. BCS feels very privileged to sponsor them.

28/04/2026

“Indigenous Resurgence and the ideas of Canada and the Commonwealth” Talk by Dr Mark Jackson of the University of Bristol on 3rd June at 7.00pm. Tickets £7.00.

Explore the implications of an important contemporary movement by Indigenous peoples to articulate and practice forms of political, cultural, social, and economic life outside the parameters and colonial legacies of the state.

19/04/2026

ONE YEAR OF ACTION. ONE COMMONWEALTH.
Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, marks one year in office. Over the past 12 months she has delivered major milestones, including the Commonwealth Strategic Plan 2025–2030 and the first-ever Commonwealth Business Summit. Her proposed reforms and pathways for Commonwealth renewal have been emphatically endorsed by member states.

08/04/2026

CELEBRATING WOMEN’S DAY IN MOZAMBIQUE
Remembering Josina Muthemba Machel, a key figure in the struggle for the emancipation of African women, who died on 7th April 1971 at just 25 years old. The Cacefu Kids Band sponsored by BCS are seen here performing at an event to mark this special day.

Address

Commonwealth House, 14 Whiteladies Road
Bristol
BS81PD

Telephone

+441179734720

Website

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

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