About

The Commonwealth Students’ Association

Amplifying Students’ Voices throughout the Commonwealth

The Commonwealth Students’ Association (CSA) was established in 2012 at the 18th Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers in Mauritius, where student leaders convened to discuss pressing education issues and their role in the Commonwealth education sector.

Our primary objectives are to promote unity among student organizations in the Commonwealth, safeguard the rights and interests of Commonwealth students, build the capacity of student leaders through training and support, contribute actively to the development of student movements, and influence key educational decisions and policies by bringing student concerns to the forefront of educational development. The CSA strives to create an environment for student unions and movements to build their respective and collective capacities and to advocate for themselves freely.

What we do

The Commonwealth Students’ Association works to promote the interests and well-being of students from Commonwealth countries. The organization engages in a variety of activities to achieve its goals, including:

Advocacy

The CSA advocates for policies that promote the rights and welfare of students, including access to quality education, mental health support, and gender equality.

Capacity Building

The organization provides training and support to student leaders and organisations, empowering them to effect change in their communities.

Networking

The CSA facilitates connections among students from different Commonwealth countries, promoting cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.

Representation

The CSA provides a credible and representative voice for students of the Commonwealth. on educational-related issues within the Commonwealth

Events

The CSA organises national and Commonwealth-wide events all round the year based on thematic focuses

Why work with us

The Commonwealth Students’ Association (CSA) is more than a student network—we are a movement driven by purpose, diversity, and collective impact across the 56 Commonwealth countries.

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