Directory of accredited organisations
The Commonwealth is a dynamic family of nations and peoples, united by shared values and enriched by diversity.
At the heart of this family are three intergovernmental organisations:
Accredited Organisations
The Commonwealth is supported by a network of more than 90 accredited organisations.
Accredited organisations are an essential part of our Commonwealth family — civil society champions driving impact on the ground. From global networks to grassroots groups, they work to advance peace, inclusion, human rights, sustainability, and more– together, they bring the Commonwealth to life.
See a full list of accredited organisations
Accreditation is a formal recognition by the Commonwealth that an organisation:
- meets the eligibility criteria
- is committed to the values and principles of the Commonwealth, as written in the Commonwealth Charter
An accredited organisation:
- has rights to use, and responsibilities when using, the Commonwealth name and brand
- becomes a member of the Commonwealth Association
Accreditation to the Commonwealth is carried out by the Accreditation Committee, which is formed of a subset of member governments.
Download the Guidelines for Accreditation to the Commonwealth
