What if I'm too old to participate in the competition?

If you're over 18 by the deadline, you'll still be eligible to compete for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize.

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#REFORM53 Campaign Filming

Join CYGEN as they showcase five campaign films created by the group in Seychelles in November 2019. Find out more about the #REFORM53 campaign and what you can do to advocate for change.
The Big Give Christmas Challenge: Help us champion literacy in the Commonwealth!
Regional Co-ordinators for 2020-2022 appointed

We are delighted to welcome Regional Co-ordinators for Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe and the Pacific and look forward to working with them to improve the lives and prospects of all Commonwealth citizens.
13,000 reasons for a better future

With 13,000 entries from across the Commonwealth we are delighted to announce that judging is now complete and certificates are available to download at competitions.thercs.org. Congratulations to all who entered!

Anthony Joshua and Lewis Pugh appointed Ambassadors

World heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, OBE, and UN Patron of Oceans, Lewis Pugh, OIG, have been appointed Ambassadors of the Royal Commonwealth Society.
HRH The Duchess of Cornwall Encourages Entries To The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2020

The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition has been gathering English language entries of aspiring young writers' thoughts on key issues of the day since 1883. With children across the Commonwealth out of school, we are delighted to share a message from our Vice-Patron HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, inspiring children and young people to enter The Queens Commonwealth Essay Competition 2020.
Regional Co-ordinators for 2020-2022 appointed

We are delighted to welcome Regional Co-ordinators for Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe and the Pacific and look forward to working with them to improve the lives and prospects of all Commonwealth citizens.
The Big Give Christmas Challenge: Help us champion literacy in the Commonwealth!
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Geri Horner, David Walliams, Alexandra Burke and Gyles Brandreth appointed Ambassadors

To mark the Society's 152nd anniversary, Geri Horner, David Walliams, Alexandra Burke and Gyles Brandreth have been appointed as inaugural Ambassadors.
Social Action Youth Exchange Programme: UK-Cyprus 2020-2021

An opportunity for young people aged 18-25 to discover another culture and become active citizens. A chance to inspire others and make a difference through Youth Social Action. Application deadline extended until 11:59PM GMT, SUNDAY 15th NOVEMBER.
The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition

Watch this year's Awards Ceremony and find out more about the Competition.
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Resources

Useful resources for teachers, parents and entrants interested in the QCEC. We have created promotional materials and supporting resources to provide all the information needed to enter the QCEC.