The Queen's Commonwealth Writing Competition 2025 Award Ceremony International Literacy Day is a chance to reflect on how far literacy has come across the Commonwealth, and this year that reflection follows closely on the heels of a real highlight: the success of The Queen's Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026. On International Literacy Day, it is worth revisiting the history behind its international recognition. 2026 marks 60 years since UNESCO proclaimed International Literacy Day at the...

This year is a truly historic year for The Queen's Commonwealth Writing Competition. First and foremost, thank you to everyone who entered this year's competition. We were thrilled to receive a record-breaking number of entries once again, demonstrating the incredible creativity, talent and enthusiasm of young writers from across the Commonwealth! At the start of the year, the competition underwent an exciting change to its structure and style. To encourage even wider participation and ensure...