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"The goal is to focus on what connects us, rather than what divides us." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex
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In this photo, the Duke and Duchess arrive in Tonga during their Pacific tour in 2018. A young local girl gifts the Duchess with a bouquet of flowers while the welcoming entourage gather behind for this official welcome to this island nation The Duke & Duchess of Sussex

Commonwealth

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The Commonwealth is a global family of 53 countries, bound together by shared history and tradition, working to promote a future of peace, democracy, and human rights for all.

Her Majesty, The Queen, became Head of The Commonwealth in 1952. At the age of 21, during a speech in Cape Town, South Africa, she vowed to devote her life to the service of this coalition of nations. Few global entities have a greater stake in that future. Citizens of the Commonwealth comprise one third of the world’s population, with 60 percent under the age of 30.

The collective strength, passion, and perspective of this rising generation present a unique opportunity to bring about positive change—on both a grassroots and global level—today, and in the decades to come.

Duke of Sussex visits a child in hospital
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“Sometimes the world’s problems are so big we think we can do little to help. On our own we cannot end wars or wipe out injustice, but the cumulative impact of thousands of small acts of goodness can be bigger than we imagine.” Her Majesty The Queen

Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are honoured to help fulfil this potential through their roles as President and Vice President, respectively, of The Queen’s Commonwealth Trust. The Duke of Sussex was also given the role of Commonwealth Youth Ambassador by Her Majesty The Queen in 2017.

During their trips across the Commonwealth, The Duke and Duchess meet with young leaders to hear their insights and propel their vision for lasting change.

“Do not think your single vote does not matter much. The rain that refreshes the parched ground is made up of single drops.” Kate Sheppard, 1848-1934, Women’s Suffragist, New Zealand
During their pacific tour, the Duke and Duchess meet with school children in Australia and learn about their commitment to the environment, through urban gardening and composting. Two young smiling girls explain their passion for the planet as the royal couple proudly look on
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On Day Four of their Royal Tour in Australia, The Duke and Duchess meet with a mental health support group on Bondi Beach and sit in a circle arms in arm with the members of this encouraging community. They each wear bright colours and flower leis - a symbol of the happiness this group aims to bring
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Current Members

  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Australia
  • The Bahamas
  • Bangladesh
  • Barbados
  • Belize
  • Botswana
  • Brunei
  • Cameroon
  • Canada
  • Cyprus
  • Dominica
  • Eswatini
  • Fiji
  • The Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Grenada
  • Guyana
  • India
  • Jamaica
  • Kenya
  • Kiribati
  • Lesotho
  • Malawi
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Mauritius
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Nauru
  • New Zealand
  • Nigeria
  • Pakistan
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Rwanda
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Samoa
  • Seychelles
  • Sierra Leone
  • Singapore
  • Solomon Islands
  • South Africa
  • Sri Lanka
  • Tanzania
  • Tonga
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Tuvalu
  • Uganda
  • United Kingdom
  • Vanuatu
  • Zambia
The Duke of Sussex poses for a group photo with members of the Aboriginal community on Fraser island, who live as one wit the forest. In this photo, they all smile as the locals are adorned with grass skirts and local attire
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During their Southern Africa tour in 2019, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visit the oldest Mosque in South Africa as they sit cross legged talking to community members.
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Previous Tours and Trips:

To discover more about the official tours undertaken by The Duke and Duchess of Sussex throughout the Commonwealth and beyond, please click here.