Secretary-General Patricia Scotland KC announces that Commonwealth Day, themed 'One Resilient Common Future,' will be observed across Commonwealth nations on Monday, March 11th, 2024.

The Right Honourable Patricia Scotland KC, Commonwealth Secretary-General, has revealed the theme for Commonwealth Day 2024 as 'One Resilient Common Future.' Scheduled for Monday, March 11th, Commonwealth Day will commence with a variety of events and activities, including faith and civic gatherings, debates, school assemblies, flag-raising ceremonies, and cultural events. The celebrations of Commonwealth Day span across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, the Pacific, and Europe.

Reflecting on the significance of this year's theme, Secretary-General Scotland commented that each year, countries observe Commonwealth Day to acknowledge, celebrate, and strengthen their 56 member states, all of whom are dedicated to the Commonwealth Charter. She added that this year's theme emphasizes the collective strength that empowers countries to confront and overcome current challenges, emerging with resilience, paving the way for a future where wealth is not only widespread but genuinely equitable.

Secretary-General Scotland also conveyed well wishes on behalf of the Commonwealth to His Majesty King Charles III, the Head of the Commonwealth, for a swift recovery.