By Rosemary Ugiomoh
The Youth Charter is calling on Commonwealth leaders to make the most of the upcoming Glasgow Games, saying it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to leave a lasting legacy for young people across the Commonwealth. 
They’re proposing a Commonwealth Youth Legacy Programme, which includes setting up a network of Community Campuses that’ll support youth development through sports, education, arts, and leadership programmes.
This proposal is coming at a time when youth delegates from across the Commonwealth are meeting at the University of Oxford for the Commonwealth Youth Summit, discussing youth leadership and development. The Commonwealth has over 2.5 billion people, with young people making up more than 60% of the population, so this initiative could have a huge impact.
The idea is to create 50 Community Campuses across Commonwealth nations by 2030, train 10,000 Social Coaches, and engage one million young people directly through various programmes. These campuses would be local hubs connected through a global network, promoting leadership, wellbeing, employment pathways, and community cohesion.
The Youth Charter believes this model can address social challenges like youth violence, inequality, and poor health outcomes. Geoff Thompson MBE, Founder and Chairman of the Youth Charter, says the Glasgow Games should be a catalyst for lasting social change, empowering young people through sport, culture, and education
