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Wednesday 16th March at Canolfan Hermon.

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Wednesday 16th March at Canolfan Hermon.

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Social Enterprise for Carers Event         March 30th on Zoom.

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Social Enterprise for Carers Event         March 30th on Zoom.

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Social Enterprise for Carers / Menter Gymdeithasol i Ofalwyr

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We’re holding a conversation about social enterprises for carers. Rydym yn cynnal sgwrs am fentrau cymdeithasol i ofalwyr.

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Pembrokeshire Community Buildings Forum. Online March 27th at 6pm.

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Pembrokeshire Community Buildings Forum. Online March 27th at 6pm.

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Agenda and booking link above. Everyone welcome.

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pembrokeshire community buildings forum tickets

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Pembrokeshire Community Buildings Forum is a network of village and community hall representatives which meet twice a year to discuss issues

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WCVA Webinar - Income Generation Health Checks.

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WCVA Webinar - Income Generation Health Checks.

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2.3.23 from 2-3 pm.

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Webinar: Income generation health checks | Gweminar: Archwiliadau iechyd cynhyrchu incwm

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Mae nifer o brosiectau cefnogi mudiadau gwirfoddol yng Nghymru yn cynnal 'archwiliadau iechyd' o fudiadau er mwyn eu helpu i adnabod meysydd i'w datblygu (gan gynnwys prosiect Catalydd Cymru: Ehangu Gorwelion CGGC). Bydd archwiliad iechyd yn adolygu pa bolisïau, gweithdrefnau a gweithgareddau sydd gennych yn eu lle ar gyfer eich gweithgareddau creu incwm.

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A timely factsheet from the WCVA for organisations with tips on managing your org through the current cost of living crisis.

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A timely factsheet from the WCVA for organisations with tips on managing your org through the current cost of living crisis.

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Siân Eagar, WCVA's Resilience Officer, summarises the key learning points from Gus Williams' recent talk on financial management in the cost of living crisis.

As part of WCVA's mini-series of webinars around the cost of living crisis, we invited Gus Williams, CEO of Bevan Buckland LLP, to talk to the sector about the importance of financial management and how this supports decision making.

The cost of living crisis is forcing voluntary organisations to make difficult decisions, given the pressures being created from rising costs, unpredictable income strands and increasing demand. WCVA's work to support the voluntary sector aims to help organisations navigate these pressures and build resilience. WCVA defines resilience as:
'The ability of an organisation to plan for, respond to, and adapt to change, enabling it to survive and thrive both now and in the future.'
A key element of building resilience is strong financial management, and Gus explained how understanding your organisation's numbers will improve your decision making.

WHY DO VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS FAIL?

Gus began by outlining some of the common features that lead voluntary organisations to fail. Poor governance, lack of leadership, failure to act quickly or at all, and not being fit for purpose operationally are the common factors in organisational failure. Lack of cashflow is always the ultimate reason organisations fail but this should be seen as a symptom of leadership failing to act soon enough.

Whilst these are serious issues the point to note is that, despite the current economic gloom, well run voluntary organisations can still succeed.

WHAT DOES A GOOD ORGANISATION LOOK LIKE?

Good governance is key. According to Gus the best organisations have clear processes for decision making, effective allocation of roles and responsibilities and good communication channels with high visibility of information. Having a mechanism for everyone to raise queries and to escalate issues is also important as a way to identify and address problems early.

Sharing information is vital, as no one person knows everything that is happening in an organisation. No one person knows everything that is happening inside and outside the organisation, but everything that is happening is known by someone. Good governance and therefore good decision making depends on having the structures in place to connect the dots.

UNDERSTAND YOUR ORGANISATION'S NUMBERS

Gus recommends that you really get to grips with understanding your organisation's finances. This is not just about knowing the figures, but really understanding what drives them. Gus says that whilst most clients will be able to tell him what their income or costs were last month or what your expenses were, it is knowing why that is important.
Income
Your organisation may have a number of income sources - such as Welsh Government, grant funders, major donors or trading income. You need to consider how these sources of funding will be and are being impacted by a changing economic environment and plan accordingly.
Expenditure
You should also scrutinise your expenditure. As a starting point be clear about which costs are fixed and which are variable. Identifying the drivers of your variable costs is important so you can try to take action to manage or reduce them. For example your rent will likely be a fixed cost, it will be the same regardless of how many staff you have or services you provide. Staff costs may be either fixed or variable, depending on contracts, hours, overtime etc.

Variable costs are those costs that are dependent on specific activities or delivering your service. Understanding the marginal cost of each additional activity or unit of service you provide is important in understanding your break even - the point at which your costs will exceed your income. For example, if you are a charity providing support to individuals, what are the variable costs of supporting one extra individual.
Cutting costs
If you are looking to cut costs then think carefully about the implications of those decisions both in the short and long term. Often investment or discretionary spending is the first thing to be cut. Things such as building maintenance, staff training, or technology upgrades may not seem an immediate priority, but cutting this spending could degrade your organisations future ability to deliver services.

Many businesses cut this sort of spending during hard times only to find that when things improve the lack of investment has left their products or services obsolete. The important issue here is investing in improving productivity or quality of outcomes.

WORST CASE SCENARIO

Once you understand the drivers of your income and expenditure you can work on scenario planning, assessing the impact on your organisation of a change in circumstances and work out how you would respond to that. By asking 'what if...?' you will be more alert to risk, more prepared, and can be proactive rather than just reactive.

TRACKING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

All organisations need to have in place a process to track financial performance. Information needs to be timely and accurate. What key information do you need and how easy is it to obtain? Ensure you have good processes in place to capture and report key information.

Gus explained that a single number on its own doesn't tell you much. When looking at financial information it is the variance that is key to tracking what is happening.

Your 'Budget' is what you plan your future income and expenditure to be at the start.

Your 'Actual' is what your income and expenditure actually was.

Your 'Forecast' is what, based on your actuals, you now expect your future income and expenses to be.

Looking at the variances between Budget, Actual and Forecast should highlight areas of concern and show the direction of travel. Variance should also look at the variance between things like this month and the same month previous years, this month and last month, and year to date this year and year to date last year. The importance of looking at a combination of variances is that it gives you a much better picture.

Remember that numbers on their own don't tell you what is happening, but they will tell you where you need to look.

LAGGING AND LEADING INDICATORS

When creating your monitoring processes, Gus encouraged us to think about the things that can give you an early indication of the financial health of the organisation. You will need to be able to recognise both lagging and leading indicators:

Lagging indicators look backward, after events have happened and assess the current state

Leading indicators look forward, before events have happened and predict future conditions

Financial information is usually a lagging indicator - it only tells you what has already happened. Changes in behaviours are normally leading indicators, they give you an idea of what might happen in the future. Examples of leading indicators could be noticing fewer items being donated by the public to a charity shop. In a few months' time you could see this change in behaviour result in reduced takings as your stock runs down and you have fewer items to sell.

Likewise, tracking the number of phone calls, queries, or visitors to your website could be a leading indicator that demand for your services will increase and allow you to plan ahead. Changes in staff behaviour can also be an important indicator. Deadlines being missed, staff off sick and feeling stressed can be important indicators that the organisation is under strain. Frontline staff will often be the first to see these leading indicators so good communication and feedback is crucial.

PRIORITISE YOUR PURPOSE

When facing decisions about how to allocate limited resources you should focus on delivering your core purpose. In good times it is easy for mission creep to occur, so review your activities and make sure that they are closely aligned with the organisation's purpose and relevant to the current circumstances that you are operating in. Think about your desired outcomes and focus on the priority areas, looking at how you can maximise value for money and impact and deliver results.

Voluntary organisations are likely to face tough financial conditions for the medium term. Now is the time to ensure that your organisation is well run and prepared.

At the heart of every organisation is the question of how to prioritise limited resources. No organisation has unlimited resources, good leadership is making the right decisions to ensure those limited resources are clearly prioritised and focussed on the right things.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Bevan Buckland LLP are specialist charity accountants based in Swansea and South Wales. They are able to offer a range of services, such as accounts preparation, VAT advice, general tax advice, payroll services and work with a wide range of organisations from small community charities with turnovers of less that £10,000 up to national charities who work across Wales.

WCVA have created a resources page for the cost of living crisis, including a section on financial management.

For more information on management issues relevant to the cost of living crisis take a look at WCVA's blogs about the importance of good fundraising decision making and top tips for decision making in a crisis.

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Keep Warm Keep Well Information from Pembrokeshire Community Hub.

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Keep Warm Keep Well Information from Pembrokeshire Community Hub.

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Keep Well in Pembrokeshire

Welcome to our Keep Well in Pembrokeshire information store where you will find everything you need to know on topics like energy, food, money as well as much more.

Use the interactive map to find the community buildings and other spaces where you can be sure of a warm welcome and free tea or coffee. But if you don't happen to need the information here at the moment, please pass it on to a friend or family member who may find it useful.

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Keep Well in Pembrokeshire - Connect Pembrokeshire

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This platform is designed to help you find community activities, make connections and support each other.

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Welsh Government's Amser Programme is now open.  A fund to run short breaks for unpaid carers. Deadline 10am on Monday 6.2.23 Email shortbreakwales@carers.org.uk for more information or see below.

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Amser Programme 2023-25

Carers Trust is delighted to launch a new funding programme which will support unpaid carers living in Wales to access a short break from their caring role.

Funded by Welsh Government, the new programme called Amser is open to Third Sector organisations and is focussed on delivering a range of short break opportunities for unpaid carers from all communities across Wales during 2023/24 and 2024/25.  Further information is available: https://carers.org/around-the-uk-our-work-in-wales/amser

The deadline for submission of applications is: 10am Monday 6 February 2023

Online Information sessions to answer any application queries will be held on the following dates/times: Monday 16 January (2.30-3.30 pm) & Wednesday 25 January (10.30-11.30 am).

Please e-mail shortbreakswales@carers.org. if you have any programme related queries or would like to join an online information session and we will send you a meeting link.

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Rhaglen Amser 2023-25

Mae’r Ymddiriedolaeth Gofalwyr yn falch iawn o lansio rhaglen ariannu newydd fydd yn cefnogi gofalwyr di-dâl yn byw yng Nghymru i allu cael seibiant byr o’u rôl ofalu.

Gydag arian gan Lywodraeth Cymru, mae’r rhaglen newydd o’r enw Amser yn agored i fudiadau Trydydd Sector ac mae’n canolbwyntio ar ddarparu dewis o gyfleoedd seibiannau byr i ofalwyr di-dâl ymhob cymuned ledled Cymru yn ystod 2023/24 a 2024/25. Mae rhagor o wybodaeth ar gael yn y: https://carers.org/around-the-uk-our-work-in-wales/rhaglen-amser-2023-24

Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer cyflwyno ceisiadau yw: 10am Dydd Llun 6 Chwefror 2023

Cynhelir sesiynau gwybodaeth ar-lein i ateb unrhyw ymholiadau am wneud cais ar y dyddiadau/amserau canlynol: Dydd Llun 16 Ionawr (2.30-3.30 pm) & Dydd Mercher 25 Ionawr (10.30-11.30 am)

Dylech e-bostio shortbreakswales@carers.org os oes gennych unrhyw ymholiadau am y rhaglen neu os hoffech ymuno â sesiwn wybodaeth ar-lein ac fe ddanfonwn ddolen gyfarfod atoch.

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PAVS Introduction to Safeguarding Session Weds 25.1.23 6-7.30 pm.

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PAVS Introduction to Safeguarding Session Weds 25.1.23 6-7.30 pm.

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This session for volunteers & staff covers the key aspects of safeguarding, good working practice, and how to recognise the signs of abuse

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My name is Liz Cook and I work in the Third Sector Support Team at PAVS assisting new and existing community and social enterprises with their development.

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My name is Liz Cook and I work in the Third Sector Support Team at PAVS assisting new and existing community and social enterprises with their development.

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2022 Social Enterprise UK Gift Guide is out, just in time for Christmas!

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2022 Social Enterprise UK Gift Guide is out, just in time for Christmas!

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Writing a funding bid?  Then this session is for you!  Online 17.11.22!

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Writing a funding bid?  Then this session is for you!  Online 17.11.22!

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A talk by Cwmpas covering;

Introduction to new way of thinking about funding - including fundraising platforms, tendering and writing a winning bid.

Hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms.

Click on Eventbrite image above to secure your FREE place.

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pavs online funding fair day 4 thurs 17th nov

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PAVS Online Funding Fair Day 4 Thurs 17th Nov

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Eventbrite - Lorna Livock presents PAVS Online Funding Fair Day 4 Thurs 17th Nov - Thursday, 17 November 2022 - Find event and ticket information.

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BCT - Cost of Living -information support events.

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BCT - Cost of Living -information support events.

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Together for Change: Ideas Unlimited Sessions in November. Ideas Unlimited – events to generate practical ideas on big societal challenges

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Together for Change: Ideas Unlimited Sessions in November. Ideas Unlimited – events to generate practical ideas on big societal challenges

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- To explore the major societal issues facing communities;

- To explore practical ways of ensuring that all communities have a right to live well and flourish;

- To revisit the rationale for community power and creative ways of building the wellbeing economy

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syniadau diderfyn : ideas unlimited tickets

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Eventbrite - Together for Change presents Syniadau Diderfyn : Ideas Unlimited - - Find event and ticket information.

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Preseli Cares event for the Newport Project Development Group Thursday 17th November •	This will be held in the Committee room at Newport Memorial Hall, Newport, from 10.30- 12.00 with lunch available afterwards. 

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Preseli Cares event for the Newport Project Development Group Thursday 17th November •	This will be held in the Committee room at Newport Memorial Hall, Newport, from 10.30- 12.00 with lunch available afterwards. 

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PRESELI CARES - Project Development Group - NEWPORT

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Want to be a Changemaker? Preseli Cares - Welcomes you to our first Project Development Group meeting in Newport

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Together for Change Join us this autumn for a programme of five events designed to explore some of the serious problems in our society that demand radical solutions.    

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Together for Change Join us this autumn for a programme of five events designed to explore some of the serious problems in our society that demand radical solutions.    

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Online sessions taking place during October, November and December.

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25 October 2022 | 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm

Delivered through the medium of English

Webinar aims

To provide an introduction and overview of the Community Interest Company (CIC), a type of limited company for people wishing to establish businesses which trade with a social purpose (social enterprises), or to carry on other activities for the benefit of the community.

Content

CICs are an increasingly popular legal structure for organisations which have a social purpose and want to benefit their communities.

This webinar hosted in partnership with the Regulator of Community Interest Companies will explore the background of CICs, their history, definition, and the difference between CICs and other legal structures, such as charities.

It will also cover basic good governance for CICs, especially for those that are aiming to apply for grant funding.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the webinar participants will:

Have increased understanding of the background to CICs

Have increased understanding of what a CIC is and what it is not (e.g., a charity)

Have increased awareness of the role of the CIC Regulator

Have increased knowledge of good governance for CICs, especially when applying for funding

Who the session is for?

This session will be useful for anyone who is interested in setting up and running a CIC or thinking about whether a CIC is the best option for their organisation. It will also be useful for those who support CICs in Wales.

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Delivered through the medium of English To provide an introduction and overview of the Community Interest Company (CIC), a type of limited company for people wishing to establish businesses which trade with a social purpose (social enterprises), or to carry on other activities for the benefit of the community.

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Cross party Group Meeting for co-ops and mutuals Webinar.

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Cross party Group Meeting for co-ops and mutuals Webinar.

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Vikki Howells MS, Chair of the Cross Party Group for Co-operative and Mutuals, invites you to its next meeting, which will be held virtually. In this meeting we will be discussing the cost of living crisis and the impact it will have on co-operative and community-led groups. We will learn about how these models and values can both protect our communities and build more resilient economies for the future.

Research from Abrdn Financial Fairness Trust and the University of Bristol has suggested Wales will be the hardest hit by the cost of living crisis across the UK, with almost a quarter of households in "serious financial difficulty". Wales is already a deeply divided country with challenging economic conditions, and the Welsh NHS confederation has discussed how the cost of living crisis will exacerbate these inequalities.

This is also a very difficult time for businesses, with rising energy prices, high supply costs, and potentially reduced demand for their goods and services. Grant Thornton UK LLP has found that 40% of Welsh mid-market firms have already raised their prices, with a further 50% expecting to need to do so in the future. Co-operatives, community groups and social enterprises will also be impacted by these challenging conditions, and we need to make sure the sector is prepared.

However, we know that co-operatives and community-led groups play an essential role during a crisis. During Covid-19, these inspiring groups and organisations were crucial in helping the most vulnerable in our society. Over the coming months, co-operative principles and values will be vital to helping people and their well-being, saving local assets and businesses, and ensuring our economies and their communities are resilient.

In this meeting, we will learn about the economic challenges from groups themselves, and hear how they are ready to step up and help the most vulnerable in our society. We will discuss what policymakers can do to support the sector, discuss how we can best co-operate with Members of the Senedd, and demonstrate the strength of the sector.

Our guest speakers at the event will be:

Leanne Wood, Director of Community Energy Wales

Ann Francis, Chief Executive of Cambrian Savings and Loans

H﻿annah Morris, Communities Creating Homes

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Mae Vikki Howells AS, Cadeirydd y Grŵp Trawsbleidiol ar gyfer Cwmnïau Cydweithredol a Chydfuddiannol, yn eich gwahodd i'w gyfarfod nesaf, a gynhelir yn rhithiol. Yn y cyfarfod hwn byddwn yn drafod yr argyfwng costau byw ac yr effaith byddai'n cael ar cwmnïau cydweithredol a grwpiau dan arweiniad y gymuned. Byddwn yn dysgu am sut gall y modelau a gwerthoedd hyn ddiogelu ein cymunedau ac adeiladu economiau gwydnu ar gyfer y dyfodol.

Mae ymchwil gan Abrdn Financial Fairness Trust a Brifysgol Bryste wedi awgrymu bydd Cymru yr ergyd galetaf gan yr argyfwng costau byw ledled y DU, gyda fwy na chwarter cartrefi mewn "anhawster ariannol difrifol". Mae Cymru yn genedl anghyfartal yn barod gydag amodau economaidd heriol, a mae'r Conffederasiwn GIG Cymru wedi son am sut mae'r argyfwng costau byw yn gwaethygu'r anghydraddoldebau hyn.

Mae hwn yn cyfnod anodd iawn i fusnesau hefyd, gyda costau egni yn codi, costau cyflenwi uchel, ac y botensial o lai o elw am eu nwyddau a wasaneuthau. Mae Grant Thornton UK LLP wedi darganfod bod 40% o busensau canol y farchnad Cymreig wedi codi ei phrisau yn barod, gyda 50% rhagor yn disgwyl angen gwneud yn y dyfodol. Bydd cwmniau cydweithredol, grwpiau cymunedol a mentrau cymdeithasol yn cael ei heffeithio gan yr amodau heriol, ac mae angen i ni sicrhau bod y sector yn barod.

Fodd bynnag, gwyddom fod mentrau cydweithredol a grwpiau dan arweiniad y gymuned yn chwarae rhan hanfodol yn ystod cyfnod argyfwng. Trwy Covid-19, roedd y grwpiau a'r sefydliadau ysbrydoledig hyn yn hanfodol i helpu'r rhai mwyaf agored i niwed yn ein cymdeithas. Dros y misoedd nesaf, bydd egwyddorion a gwerthoedd cydweithredol yn allweddol i helpu pobl a'u llesiant, arbed asedau a busnesau lleol, a sicrhau bod ein heconomïau a'u cymunedau yn wydn.

Leanne Wood, Cyfarwyddwr Ynni Cymunedol Cymru

Ann Francis, Prif Weithredwr Cambrian Savings and Loans

H﻿annah Morris, Communities Creating Homes

Yn y cyfarfod hwn, byddwn yn dysgu am yr heriau economaidd gan grwpiau eu hunain, sut mae nhw yn barod i gamu i fyny a helpu'r rhai mwyaf agored i niwed yn ein cymdeithas. Byddwn yn trafod yr hyn y gall llunwyr polisi ei wneud i gefnogi'r sector, yn trafod gydag Aelodau'r Senedd am sut gallwn gydweithredu, ac yn dangos cryfder y sector.

Ein siaradwyr gwadd yn y digwyddiad fydd:

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cross party group meeting: solutions to the cost of living crisis

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Cross Party Group Meeting: Solutions to the Cost of Living Crisis

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Vikki Howells MS, Chair of the Cross Party Group for Co-operative and Mutuals, invites you to its next meeting, which will be held virtually. In this meeting we will be discussing the cost of living crisis and the impact it will have on co-operative and community-led groups.

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Eden Project Communities - Cost of Living Response Event 1.12.22

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Eden Project Communities - Cost of Living Response Event 1.12.22

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Eden Project Communities presents...
Communities Respond -
Pembrokeshire
An informal opportunity to connect with &
share great community initiatives set up
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Haverfordwest - Haverhub 1st December 2022

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Eligibility

This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.

What will the event cover?

Brief introduction to a business plan supplement – the Business Model Canvas

Why do we need a business plan and what does a good one look like?

Establishing strong foundations for your business plan – nailing your vision, values and goals

Effective methods for market research

The foundations for a comprehensive marketing plan

Contingency planning.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is open to all entrepreneurs, whether you’re just starting out or looking to revise what you’re currently doing.

Whether you’re at the ideation stage or ready to set up a new business, we will look in detail at how you can develop a dynamic business plan to give you a solid foundation and roots for future growth.

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Eligibility
This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.
What will the event cover?

Brief introduction to a business plan supplement - the Business Model Canvas

Why do we need a business plan and what does a good one look like?

Establishing strong foundations for your business plan - nailing your vision, values and goals

Effective methods for market research

The foundations for a comprehensive marketing plan

Contingency planning.

Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is open to all entrepreneurs, whether you're just starting out or looking to revise what you're currently doing.

Whether you're at the ideation stage or ready to set up a new business, we will look in detail at how you can develop a dynamic business plan to give you a solid foundation and roots for future growth.
About the speaker
Paul Stepczak has a Post-Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Practice, was previously a Business Advisor for the Princes Trust, has established two businesses of his own within the past five years and is currently the Bids and Commercial Consultant at Cwmpas.
Privacy statement
Your personal information will only be used to in relation to the CORE project. We also want to be able to contact you regarding events and developments related to the project.

We will not share these contact details with anyone other than operational partners on the project and UK Government as funders. Anonymous feedback may be shared with selected partners and third parties to improve the project provision.

Any information that you share with us will be stored securely in line with the Cwmpas GDPR policy. ( https://cwmpas.coop/privacy-policy/)

You have the right to withdraw your consent for us to use your data at any time and ask us to delete your data. If you have any questions, please contact: commercialteam@cwmpas.coop
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund.
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Cymhwystra
Mae'r gweithdy hwn yn agored i holl drigolion Sir Benfro sydd eisiau cofrestru eu busnes yn Sir Benfro. Rhaid i chi hefyd fod yn gymwys i weithio yn y DU.
Beth fydd dan sylw yn y digwyddiad?

Cyflwyniad byr i atodiad cynllun busnes - Canvas Model Busnes

Pam fod angen cynllun busnes arnom, a sut mae un da'n edrych?

Sefydlu sylfaen gadarn ar gyfer eich cynllun busnes - canolbwyntio ar eich gweledigaeth, gwerthoedd a nodau

Dulliau effeithiol o ymchwilio i'r farchnad

Sylfeini cynllun marchnata cynhwysfawr

Cynllunio wrth gefn.

Ar gyfer pwy mae'r gweithdy hwn?
Mae'r gweithdy hwn yn agored i bob entrepreneur, p'un a ydych newydd ddechrau neu'n bwriadu adolygu'r hyn rydych yn ei wneud ar hyn o bryd.

P'un a ydych ar y cam syniadau neu'n barod i sefydlu busnes newydd, byddwn yn edrych yn fanwl ar sut y gallwch ddatblygu cynllun busnes deinamig i roi sylfaen a gwreiddiau cadarn i chi ar gyfer twf yn y dyfodol.
Cefndir y siaradwr
Mae gan Paul Stepczak Ddiploma Ôl-Raddedig mewn Ymarfer Entrepreneuraidd, ac roedd yn arfer gweithio fel Cynghorydd Busnes i Ymddiriedolaeth y Tywysog, cyn sefydlu dau fusnes ei hun o fewn y pum mlynedd diwethaf, ac ar hyn o bryd mae'n gweithio fel Ymgynghorydd Masnachol a Bidiau yng Cwmpas.
Datganiad preifatrwydd
Dim ond mewn perthynas â phrosiect CORE y bydd eich gwybodaeth bersonol yn cael ei defnyddio. Rydym ni hefyd am allu cysylltu â chi ynghylch digwyddiadau a datblygiadau sy'n ymwneud â'r prosiect.

Ni fyddwn yn rhannu'r manylion cyswllt hyn ag unrhyw un ac eithrio partneriaid gweithredol ar y prosiect a Llywodraeth y DU fel cyllidwyr. Gellir rhannu adborth dienw gyda phartneriaid dethol a thrydydd parti i wella darpariaeth y prosiect.

Bydd unrhyw wybodaeth y byddwch yn ei rhannu â ni yn cael ei storio'n ddiogel yn unol â pholisi GDPR Cwmpas. ( https://cy.cwmpas.coop/preifatrwydd/)

Mae gennych yr hawl i dynnu eich caniatâd yn ôl i ni ddefnyddio eich data ar unrhyw adeg a gofyn i ni ddileu eich data. Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau, cysylltwch â: commercialteam@cwmpas.coop
Mae'r prosiect hwn yn cael ei ariannu gan Lywodraeth y DU trwy Gronfa Adfywio Cymunedol y DU.

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Business Planning Bootcamp | Bŵtcamp Cynllunio Busnes

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Eligibility This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK. What will the event cover? Brief introduction to a business plan supplement - the Business Model Canvas Why do we need a business plan and what does a good one look like?

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Eligibility

This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK including entrepreneurs and social enterprises.

What will the event cover?

Brief introduction to a business plan supplement – the Business Model Canvas

Why do we need a business plan and what does a good one look like?

Establishing strong foundations for your business plan – nailing your vision, values and goals

Effective methods for market research

The foundations for a comprehensive marketing plan

Contingency planning.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is open to all entrepreneurs, whether you’re just starting out or looking to revise what you’re currently doing.

Whether you’re at the ideation stage or ready to set up a new business, we will look in detail at how you can develop a dynamic business plan to give you a solid foundation and roots for future growth.

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Business Planning Bootcamp | Bŵtcamp Cynllunio Busnes

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Brief introduction to a business plan supplement | Cyflwyniad byr i atodiad cynllun busnes

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The Future of Funding | Dyfodol Cyllido Tickets, Fri 28 Oct 2022 at 11:00 | Eventbrite
ligibility

This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.

What will the event cover?

In this session, you will: -

B e given hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms

Be introduced to the two key tendering platforms in Wales: Sell2wales and EtenderWales.

Be provided with a simple ‘walk-through’ on how to use both platforms.

Be provided with 10 tips for writing successful applications by an experienced tender/grant writer.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop if for any business looking to apply for public contracts and/or grants (e.g. community groups, housing associations, local council, local government, national government etc).

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Eligibility
This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.
What will the event cover? In this session, you will: -

B﻿e given hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms

Be introduced to the two key tendering platforms in Wales: Sell2wales and EtenderWales.

Be provided with a simple 'walk-through' on how to use both platforms.

Be provided with 10 tips for writing successful applications by an experienced tender/grant writer.

Who is this workshop for?
This workshop if for any business looking to apply for public contracts and/or grants (e.g. community groups, housing associations, local council, local government, national government etc).
About the speaker
Paul Stepczak is the Bids and Commercial Consultant at the Wales Co-operative Centre, where his role is involves writing and coordinating the organisation's tender and grant applications. Prior to working at the Wales Cooperative Centre, Paul also established two consultancy businesses that applied for and delivered public contracts.
Privacy statement
Your personal information will only be used to in relation to the project. We also want to be able to contact you regarding events and developments related to the project.

We will not share these contact details with anyone other than operational partners on the project and UK Government as funders. Anonymous feedback may be shared with selected partners and third parties to improve the project provision.

Any information that you share with us will be stored securely in line with the Cwmpas GDPR policy. ( https://cwmpas.coop/privacy-policy/)

You have the right to withdraw your consent for us to use your data at any time and ask us to delete your data. If you have any questions, please contact: commercialteam@cwmpas.coop
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund.
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Cymhwystra
Mae'r gweithdy hwn yn agored i holl drigolion Sir Benfro sydd eisiau cofrestru eu busnes yn Sir Benfro. Rhaid i chi hefyd fod yn gymwys i weithio yn y DU.
Beth fydd yn cael sylw yn y digwyddiad? Yn y sesiwn hon: -

Cewch eich cyflwyno i'r ddau blatfform tendro allweddol yng Nghymru: GwerthwchiGymru ac eDendroCymru.

Cewch wybod yn syml sut mae defnyddio'r ddau blatfform.

Cewch 10 cyngor call ar ysgrifennu ceisiadau llwyddiannus gan ysgrifennwr tendr/ grant llwyddiannus.

Ar gyfer pwy mae'r gweithdy?
Mae'r gweithdy hwn ar gyfer unrhyw fusnes sydd am wneud cais am gontractau cyhoeddus a/neu grantiau (e.e. grwpiau cymunedol, cymdeithasau tai, cyngor lleol, llywodraeth leol, llywodraeth genedlaethol ac ati).
Ynglŷn â'r siaradwr
Paul Stepczak yw'r Ymgynghorydd Masnachol yng Nghanolfan Cydweithredol Cymru, lle mae ei rôl yn ymwneud ag ysgrifennu a chydlynu ceisiadau tendr a grantiau'r sefydliad. Cyn gweithio yng Nghanolfan Cydweithredol Cymru, sefydlodd Paul hefyd ddau fusnes ymgynghori a wnaeth geisiadau am gontractau cyhoeddus a'u cyflawni.
Datganiad preifatrwydd
Dim ond mewn perthynas â phrosiect y bydd eich gwybodaeth bersonol yn cael ei defnyddio. Rydym ni hefyd am allu cysylltu â chi ynghylch digwyddiadau a datblygiadau sy'n ymwneud â'r prosiect.

Ni fyddwn yn rhannu'r manylion cyswllt hyn ag unrhyw un ac eithrio partneriaid gweithredol ar y prosiect a Llywodraeth y DU fel cyllidwyr. Gellir rhannu adborth dienw gyda phartneriaid dethol a thrydydd parti i wella darpariaeth y prosiect.

Bydd unrhyw wybodaeth y byddwch yn ei rhannu â ni yn cael ei storio'n ddiogel yn unol â pholisi GDPR Cwmpas. ( https://cy.cwmpas.coop/preifatrwydd/)

Mae gennych yr hawl i dynnu eich caniatâd yn ôl i ni ddefnyddio eich data ar unrhyw adeg a gofyn i ni ddileu eich data. Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau, cysylltwch â: commercialteam@cwmpas.coop
Ariennir y prosiect hwn gan Lywodraeth y DU trwy Gronfa Adfywio Cymunedol y DU.

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Eligibility This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK. What will the event cover? In this session, you will: - B﻿e given hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms Be introduced to the two key tendering platforms in Wales: Sell2wales and EtenderWales.

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Cwmpas in person event on 27.10.22.  The Future of Funding.

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Cwmpas in person event on 27.10.22.  The Future of Funding.

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The Future of Funding | Dyfodol Cyllido Tickets, Thu 27 Oct 2022 at 11:00 | Eventbrite
Eligibility

This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.

What will the event cover?

In this session, you will: -

Be given hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms

Be introduced to the two key tendering platforms in Wales: Sell2wales and EtenderWales.

Be provided with a simple ‘walk-through’ on how to use both platforms.

Be provided with 10 tips for writing successful applications by an experienced tender/grant writer.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop if for any business looking to apply for public contracts and/or grants (e.g. community groups, housing associations, local council, local government, national government etc).

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Eligibility
This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.
What will the event cover? In this session, you will: -

B﻿e given hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms

Be introduced to the two key tendering platforms in Wales: Sell2wales and EtenderWales.

Be provided with a simple 'walk-through' on how to use both platforms.

Be provided with 10 tips for writing successful applications by an experienced tender/grant writer.

Who is this workshop for?
This workshop if for any business looking to apply for public contracts and/or grants (e.g. community groups, housing associations, local council, local government, national government etc).
About the speaker
Paul Stepczak is the Bids and Commercial Consultant at the Wales Co-operative Centre, where his role is involves writing and coordinating the organisation's tender and grant applications. Prior to working at the Wales Cooperative Centre, Paul also established two consultancy businesses that applied for and delivered public contracts.
Privacy statement
Your personal information will only be used to in relation to the project. We also want to be able to contact you regarding events and developments related to the project.

We will not share these contact details with anyone other than operational partners on the project and UK Government as funders. Anonymous feedback may be shared with selected partners and third parties to improve the project provision.

Any information that you share with us will be stored securely in line with the Cwmpas GDPR policy. ( https://cwmpas.coop/privacy-policy/)

You have the right to withdraw your consent for us to use your data at any time and ask us to delete your data. If you have any questions, please contact: commercialteam@cwmpas.coop
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund.
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Cymhwystra
Mae'r gweithdy hwn yn agored i holl drigolion Sir Benfro sydd eisiau cofrestru eu busnes yn Sir Benfro. Rhaid i chi hefyd fod yn gymwys i weithio yn y DU.
Beth fydd yn cael sylw yn y digwyddiad? Yn y sesiwn hon: -

Cewch eich cyflwyno i'r ddau blatfform tendro allweddol yng Nghymru: GwerthwchiGymru ac eDendroCymru.

Cewch wybod yn syml sut mae defnyddio'r ddau blatfform.

Cewch 10 cyngor call ar ysgrifennu ceisiadau llwyddiannus gan ysgrifennwr tendr/ grant llwyddiannus.

Ar gyfer pwy mae'r gweithdy?
Mae'r gweithdy hwn ar gyfer unrhyw fusnes sydd am wneud cais am gontractau cyhoeddus a/neu grantiau (e.e. grwpiau cymunedol, cymdeithasau tai, cyngor lleol, llywodraeth leol, llywodraeth genedlaethol ac ati).
Ynglŷn â'r siaradwr
Paul Stepczak yw'r Ymgynghorydd Masnachol yng Nghanolfan Cydweithredol Cymru, lle mae ei rôl yn ymwneud ag ysgrifennu a chydlynu ceisiadau tendr a grantiau'r sefydliad. Cyn gweithio yng Nghanolfan Cydweithredol Cymru, sefydlodd Paul hefyd ddau fusnes ymgynghori a wnaeth geisiadau am gontractau cyhoeddus a'u cyflawni.
Datganiad preifatrwydd
Dim ond mewn perthynas â phrosiect y bydd eich gwybodaeth bersonol yn cael ei defnyddio. Rydym ni hefyd am allu cysylltu â chi ynghylch digwyddiadau a datblygiadau sy'n ymwneud â'r prosiect.

Ni fyddwn yn rhannu'r manylion cyswllt hyn ag unrhyw un ac eithrio partneriaid gweithredol ar y prosiect a Llywodraeth y DU fel cyllidwyr. Gellir rhannu adborth dienw gyda phartneriaid dethol a thrydydd parti i wella darpariaeth y prosiect.

Bydd unrhyw wybodaeth y byddwch yn ei rhannu â ni yn cael ei storio'n ddiogel yn unol â pholisi GDPR Cwmpas. ( https://cy.cwmpas.coop/preifatrwydd/)

Mae gennych yr hawl i dynnu eich caniatâd yn ôl i ni ddefnyddio eich data ar unrhyw adeg a gofyn i ni ddileu eich data. Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau, cysylltwch â: commercialteam@cwmpas.coop
Ariennir y prosiect hwn gan Lywodraeth y DU trwy Gronfa Adfywio Cymunedol y DU.

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Eligibility This workshop is open to all Pembrokeshire residents and those looking to register their business in Pembrokeshire. You must also be eligible to work in the UK. What will the event cover? In this session, you will: - B﻿e given hints and tips on new fundraising opportunities, including fundraising platforms Be introduced to the two key tendering platforms in Wales: Sell2wales and EtenderWales.

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Charities Buying Group - Free Membership - may save you money!

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Charities Buying Group - Free Membership - may save you money!

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Any charitable organisation, regardless of size or scope will incur inevitable running costs.

The Charities Buying Group main purpose is to help charities reduce their expenditure, thereby enabling them to invest more in their missions/objectives.

Since 2004, we have been securing the most competitive rates in the marketplace for essential services like utilities, telecom, IT or insurance and passing the savings onto our members.

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Charities Buying Group - Created to help charities make money and make good purchasing decisions

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Any charitable organisation, regardless of size or scope will incur inevitable running costs. The Charities Buying Group main purpose is to help charities reduce their expenditure, thereby enabling them to invest more in their missions/objectives. Since 2004, we have been securing the most competitive rates in the marketplace for essential services like utilities, telecom, IT or insurance and passing the savings onto our members.

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Project Management Course taking place in November – facilitated by the WCVA – in Welsh.

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Project Management Course taking place in November – facilitated by the WCVA – in Welsh.

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November 2022.

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New course dates coming soon
Delivered through the medium of Welsh
Aims

This course will provide you with practical project management skills and knowledge so you can plan and deliver projects that successfully meet your project outcomes.

Content

This online course will take you through a range of project management principles and tools, with a strong focus on developing your skills for setting up, managing and overseeing a project.

The course is split into three interactive online workshops and will include presentations, small group work, discussions and individual work. The training will be supported by PowerPoint slides and a full set of handouts and project management templates.

Learning outcomes

1. To understand the stages in project development

2. To appreciate how to write the project initiation document

3. To be able to plan your monitoring and evaluation framework

4. Be able to write project aims, objectives, outputs, outcomes

5. To understand how to engage with project partners and stakeholders

6. To know how to identify and analyse project risks and issues

7. To be able to plan contingencies and mitigation measures

8. To be able to plan succession and exit strategies

9. To be able to evaluate the overall project and complete the evaluation report

10. To reflect on your project management skills

11. To explore getting the best out of the project team

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for people who can speak Welsh, and we will be introducing terms in Welsh and English for those working with stakeholders in both languages.

Trainer

Llio Elgar

Course requirements

To ensure you have the best experience on our courses we ask the following of you;

Commit to attend the full duration of the training

Test your access to Zoom

Training will commence promptly, please arrive 10 minutes prior to the start time, as late arrivals may not admitted

Our courses are interactive and engaging and we request where possible, that all learners have camera's on and participate via microphone and chat facilities

Let us know upon booking if you have any specific requirements ie BSL interpreters

Joining instructions and resources will be blind copied from bookings@wcva.cymru, please check your Junk Email folder if you have not received them a week prior (any problems let us know)

If you are unable to attend please email training@wcva.cymru (see our cancellation policy)

All our courses can be delivered bespoke and tailored to meet your organisation's needs. Please complete our bespoke training request form and a member of our team will be in touch. For any other enquiries please email training@wcva.cymru. You can sign up to our mailing list to receive weekly/monthly updates.
Unsure if you are a member, check here.

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New course dates coming soon Delivered through the medium of Welsh This course will provide you with practical project management skills and knowledge so you can plan and deliver projects that successfully meet your project outcomes.

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Pembrokeshire Community buildings Forum 17.10.22 6-8.30 pm. Eventbrite booking link below poster.

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Pembrokeshire Community buildings Forum 17.10.22 6-8.30 pm. Eventbrite booking link below poster.

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Pembrokeshire Community Buildings Forum Tickets, Mon 17 Oct 2022 at 18:00 | Eventbrite

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Relaunch of West Wales Innovations Forum on 17.10.22

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Relaunch of West Wales Innovations Forum on 17.10.22

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West Wales Innovations Forum: Delivering change together

You are invited to a relaunch of the West Wales Innovations Forum which will take place on Monday, 17 October 2022 from 10am to 4pm, at the Queen’s Hall, 40 High Street Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 7AS.

The Innovations Forum was originally launched in 2019 in a well-attended event at which partners agreed a range of priorities, including optimising funding for the sector, co-designing new models of care, tackling the challenges of rural delivery, and optimising social value across the West Wales region.

The arrival of Covid-19 effectively brought a halt to the development of the Forum but nevertheless resulted in closer collaboration between providers and commissioners and the transformation of key aspects of care. So there is much to build on as we now look to bring the Forum back into action.

Practice Solutions are delighted to be working with the West Wales Care Partnership once again in taking forward this exciting programme of work. You are also key to the success of this next phase.

At the relaunch session we will:

Showcase some of the innovation that has gone on over the past 2 years in West Wales

Consider important opportunities for the Forum, including new funding and more focused regional leadership

Revisit the Forum’s priorities, ensuring they reflect recent learning and support the journey of recovery we will all now be embarking upon

We really hope you’ll be able to join us. Please register your interest below. Joining instructions and a detailed programme will follow shortly.

Please note that places are limited, and we will therefore deal with responses on a first come first served basis. This is the first of a series of events over the coming months and there will be opportunities for being involved at a later stage. We will also be ensuring that colleagues have other opportunities to participate, for example through online conversations.

Martyn Palfreman                                               Elin Brock

Practice Solutions Ltd                             West Wales Care Partnership

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Life Seeker CIC are hosting two 'community chat' events Friday 9th September at The Green Shed.

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Life Seeker CIC are hosting two 'community chat' events Friday 9th September at The Green Shed.

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Full details in the link above on the events, including how to book in.

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Non-profit community organisations Life Seeker CIC and Reconnect in Nature CIC have worked directly with hundreds of people in the community and are now working together to design an open-to-all social space for you to gather, share skills and stories, learn new things, move more and connect with the natural environment...to support you to live the best life you can.

Your thoughts will be valuable to help us understand more about you and the challenges you face.

PLEASE JOIN US for a relaxed chat about the things that matter to you.

Whilst enjoying some complimentary refreshments alongside others who join, we will ask you to contribute to an informal and open discussion as a group, including questions such as:

🤔 How do you feel about your physical and mental health?

🤔 Which things positively and negatively affect your general wellbeing?

🤔 What would make your social life better?

🤔 What is your experience of spending time in nature?

🤔 Which activities would you love to experience as part of a group?

🤔 What would excite you about being part of a new social group in Pembrokeshire?
People of all ages and abilities welcome!
Complimentary refreshments & nibbles provided in an accessible venue.

We look forward to sharing a cuppa with you! ☕

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We are hosting two separate opportunities for you to join us to suit when is good for you 👍
FRIDAY 9th SEPTEMBER The Green Shed (Green Room), Merlin's Bridge, Haverfordwest
** BOOKING ESSENTIAL to ensure we have the right space to cater for you **

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RESERVE YOUR PLACE - Community Chat about Life Seeker 'Social' - The Green Shed, Multiple dates and times

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Non-profit community organisations Life Seeker CIC and Reconnect in Nature CIC have worked directly with hundreds of people in the community and are now working together to design an open-to-all social space for you to gather, share skills and stories, learn new things, move more and connect with the natural environment...to support you to live the best life you can.

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Pembrokeshire Volunteer Awards 2022. Nominations deadline 30.9.22

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Pembrokeshire Volunteer Awards 2022. Nominations deadline 30.9.22

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Preseli Cares Launch in Pembrokeshire online 8th Sept 10 am.

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Preseli Cares Launch in Pembrokeshire online 8th Sept 10 am.

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Come and hear about the launch of our new project enabling communities to have voice and control over their care solutions. Book your place on the eventbrite link above.

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Come and hear about the launch of our new project enabling communities to have voice and control over their care solutions

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Cwmpas Hack of Kindness workshops in Pembrokeshire during September.

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Cwmpas Hack of Kindness workshops in Pembrokeshire during September.

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Click on the link to book your place and find out more about the Hackathon.

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Are you passionate about making a difference in your Pembrokeshire community? Do you have ideas to tackle social problems in sustainable ways? About this event
Throughout September, Hack of Kindness™ events will be taking place in Pembrokeshire:
Where and when are they happening? Fishguard and Goodwick Hack of Kindness™ Pembroke Dock Hack of Kindness™ Haverfordwest Hack of Kindness™
These one-day events will bring people together to develop fresh ideas to solve the social problems that we all care about.

You don't need to have any experience of running a new project or social enterprise, just a passion to make a difference and the drive to work with others to start a new project from scratch.

Over the day, you will learn the basics of setting up a sustainable venture, including; building on your strengths and the strengths in your community, creating new ideas, applying for funding, generating income, working with different groups, and how to create impact for local communities. You will have the chance to network with and learn from a variety of mentors with experience of setting up their own social enterprises.

The day will culminate with a final pitch event to a judging panel. This isn't a competition, but if you are serious about taking your idea forward, there is business support available for individuals, community groups, ideas stage start-ups and established businesses.
Who is it for?
These events are for everyone in the community who wants to make a difference! Come with an open mind, be a team player, and work with others to get some fresh ideas created. Sign up with friends, neighbours, your community group or organisation, or come along and join a team.
Areas for fresh ideas
We asked people in Pembrokeshire what some of the big social challenges are in their communities. They said:

Loneliness and social isolation

Health and well-being

Local food production and food poverty

Climate change

Child poverty

Improving mental health

We will be looking for you to come up with fresh ideas for projects, partnerships, and social enterprises to address these issues. But if there is a different social issue that you have ideas for then please tell us about it. You can join as a team or join with others with the same interest.
Why is it called a 'Hack of Kindness™'?
The "Hack" is about this being a one-day event to come up with new ideas and the "Kindness" part is about doing good in the community through social enterprise and sustainable projects.
How much does it cost?
The event is totally free! There will be tea and coffee throughout the day and lunch will be provided.
Do I have to attend all day?
In a word, yes. You will be part of a team coming up fresh ideas for new ventures, projects, and partnerships. Your team will be working together throughout the day on new ideas.
How do I get involved?
Please sign up on this page. If you have any email any questions, please email Martin Downes at martin.downes@cwmpas.coop with 'Pembrokeshire Hack of Kindness™' as the subject.
Who is running it?
The event is part of the Enterprise and Skills Project Pembrokeshire, supported by the UK Government Community Renewal Fund through Pembrokeshire County Council. It will be hosted and run by Cwmpas.
Book your free place now! This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund.
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Hac Caredigrwydd Sir Penfro
Cynhelir tri digwyddiad Hac Caredigrwydd Sir Penfro ym mis Medi a fydd yn dod â'r bobl leol ynghyd i fynd i'r afael â materion sy'n bwysig iddyn nhw.
Ydych chi'n angerddol am wneud gwahaniaeth yn eich cymuned yn Sir Benfro? Oes gennych chi syniadau i fynd i'r afael â phroblemau cymdeithasol mewn ffyrdd cynaliadwy? Ynglŷn â'r digwyddiad hwn
Drwy gydol mis Medi, bydd digwyddiadau Hac Caredigrwydd yn cael eu cynnal yn Sir Benfro:
Ble a phryd maen nhw'n digwydd? Hac Caredigrwydd Abergwaun ac Wdig Hac Caredigrwydd Doc Penfro Hac Caredigrwydd Hwlffordd
Bydd y digwyddiadau undydd hyn yn dod â phobl ynghyd i ddatblygu syniadau newydd er mwyn datrys y problemau cymdeithasol sydd o bwys i ni i gyd.

Does dim angen unrhyw brofiad o arwain prosiect newydd neu fenter gymdeithasol arnoch, yr oll sydd ei angen yw awydd i wneud gwahaniaeth a'r gallu i weithio ag eraill i ddechrau prosiect newydd.

Yn ystod y dydd, byddwch yn dysgu hanfodion sefydlu menter gynaliadwy, gan gynnwys; datblygu'ch cryfderau a chryfderau eich cymuned, creu syniadau newydd, ymgeisio am gyllid, creu incwm, gweithio gyda grwpiau gwahanol a sut i greu gwahaniaeth mewn cymunedau lleol. Cewch gyfle i rwydweithio a dysgu gan amrywiaeth o fentoriaid sydd â phrofiad o sefydlu eu mentrau cymdeithasol eu hunain.

Ar ddiwedd y digwyddiad, byddwch yn cyflwyno syniad i banel beirniadu. Nid cystadleuaeth yw hon, ond os ydych chi o ddifrif am ddatblygu'ch syniad, mae cymorth busnes ar gael i unigolion, grwpiau cymunedol, busnesau newydd sydd wrthi'n datblygu syniadau a busnesau wedi'u sefydlu ers tro.
Ar gyfer pwy?
Mae'r digwyddiadau yma i bawb yn y gymuned sydd am wneud gwahaniaeth! Dewch gyda meddwl agored, byddwch yn barod i weithio gydag eraill i lunio syniadau newydd. Cofrestrwch gyda ffrindiau, cymdogion, eich grŵp neu sefydliad cymunedol, neu dewch draw ac ymuno â thîm.
Meysydd y mae angen syniadau newydd ar eu cyfer
Gofynnon ni i bobl yn Sir Benfro beth yw rhai o'r heriau cymdeithasol mawr yn eu cymunedau. Dywedon nhw:

Unigrwydd ac unigedd cymdeithasol

Iechyd a lles

Cynhyrchu bwyd yn lleol a thlodi bwyd

Newid hinsawdd

Tlodi plant

Gwella iechyd meddwl

Byddwn yn disgwyl i chi feddwl am syniadau newydd ar gyfer prosiectau, partneriaethau a mentrau cymdeithasol i fynd i'r afael â'r materion hyn. Ond, os oes gennych syniadau i fynd i'r afael â mater cymdeithasol gwahanol, dywedwch wrthym amdano. Gallwch ymuno fel tîm neu ymuno ag eraill gyda'r un diddordeb.
Pam mae'n cael ei alw'n 'Hac Caredigrwydd'?
Mae'r 'Hac' yn cyfeirio at y digwyddiad undydd i lunio syniadau newydd ac mae'r rhan 'Caredigrwydd' yn ymwneud â'r gwaith o wneud lles i'r gymuned drwy fenter gymdeithasol a phrosiectau cynaliadwy.
Beth yw'r gost?
Mae'r digwyddiad yn gwbl rad ac am ddim! Bydd te a choffi ar gael drwy'r dydd a darperir cinio.
Oes angen i mi fod yno drwy'r dydd?
Oes. Byddwch yn rhan o dîm sy'n llunio syniadau newydd ar gyfer mentrau, prosiectau a phartneriaethau newydd. Bydd eich tîm yn cydweithio ar syniadau newydd drwy'r dydd.
Sut alla i gymryd rhan?
Cofrestrwch ar y dudalen hon. Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau, e-bostiwch Martin Downes ar martin.downes@cwmpas.coop a rhowch 'Hac Caredigrwydd Penfro' fel pwnc yr e-bost.
Pwy sy'n ei gynnal?
Mae'r digwyddiad hwn yn rhan o Brosiect Sgiliau a Menter Sir Benfro, gyda chefnogaeth Cronfa Adnewyddu Cymunedol Llywodraeth y DU drwy Gyngor Sir Penfro. Bydd yn cael ei gynnal a'i arwain gan Cwmpas.
Bwciwch am ddim nawr! Mae'r prosiect hwn yn cael ei ariannu gan Lywodraeth y DU trwy Gronfa Adfywio Cymunedol y DU.

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Are you passionate about making a difference in your Pembrokeshire community? Do you have ideas to tackle social problems in sustainable ways? About this event Throughout September, Hack of Kindness™ events will be taking place in Pembrokeshire: Where and when are they happening?

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Transforming Wales through Social Enterprise.  A 10 year vision and action plan produced in 2020 by Cwmpas and other partner organisations which has the support of Welsh Government.

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Transforming Wales through Social Enterprise.  A 10 year vision and action plan produced in 2020 by Cwmpas and other partner organisations which has the support of Welsh Government.

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Transforming Wales through social enterprise

A new and bold social enterprise vision and action plan has been published (15 July 2020) designed to rebuild, grow and strengthen the social enterprise sector and enable it to address the challenges facing Wales.

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Transforming Wales through social enterprise - Cwmpas

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A new and bold social enterprise vision and action plan has been published (15 July 2020) designed to rebuild, grow and strengthen the social enterprise sector and enable it to address the challenges facing Wales.

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Law Works a not-for-profit legal firm helping voluntary organisations including Social Enterprises.

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Law Works a not-for-profit legal firm helping voluntary organisations including Social Enterprises.

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Free Talks Free Talks are short online videos presented by solicitors about common legal issues faced by small not-for-profit organisations. The videos are all free to watch and aim to help you when making important decisions. We are hugely grateful to the Legal Education Foundation for funding this project.

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We work with anyone who wants to adopt social firms principles.

We work with you to provide the support you need for as long as you need it, including exploring new ideas, keeping the business running or growing it.

Learn from members experiences of setting up and running their enterprise.

Goods and services across Wales including cafes, web & print design, training, crafts, cycles, gifts, farm produce, carpet, paper and much more!

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Social Firms Wales August 2022 Newsletter.

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Social Firms Wales August 2022 Newsletter.

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Social Business Wales Awards 2022 finalists have been announced.

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Social Business Wales Awards 2022 finalists have been announced.

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We're proud to announce that the Social Business Wales awards are back again for 2022!

You're invited to join us at the Swansea Arena on Monday afternoon, 10th October for the Social Business Wales Awards 2022 ceremony.

Take a look below at the list of categories and the inspiring social enterprises up for an award...

1. Social Enterprise of the Year

2. One to Watch

Wild Elements Hospitality, Bangor

Menter Ty'n Llan, Caernarfon

Boss & Brew Academy, Cardiff

The Bike Lock, Cardiff

3. Social Enterprise Team of the Year

4. Women in Social Enterprise (Individual award)

5. Prove it: Social Impact

6. Transforming Community and Place

7. Social Enterprise Building Diversity, Inclusion, Equality and Justice

8. Tech for Good

9. Environmental Social Enterprise

The Social Business Wales Awards have been run annually since 2010, as part of the Social Business Wales project, to highlight and honour the best social businesses in Wales. The Awards are linked to a national scheme managed by Social Enterprise UK. Winners from Wales go forward to compete with winners from Scotland, Northern Ireland and England at a UK level.

In 2020, the Awards unfortunately did not take place due to the pandemic. But the following year, they took place online as social businesses coped with the pressures created by the Covid-19 pandemic. Social enterprises reached out to communities across Wales to support those who needed extra help; and social enterprises also stepped up to supply vital resources and raise money for our NHS. It has been two years enormous resilience and transformation for the sector. It will be wonderful to celebrate these achievements at an in-person ceremony once again.

Social Business Wales is funded by the Welsh Government and the European Regional Development Fund. Part of the Business Wales service, it is delivered by Cwmpas

As well as running in Wales, the Awards also run in parallel in other UK nations. Scotland, Northern Ireland and England partners use the same categories, time scales, application forms and criteria. Winners from each nation are announced in early autumn and go through to compete in a UK final which is held in December

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Finalists for the Social Business Wales Awards 2022 have been announced! - Cwmpas

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We're proud to announce that the Social Business Wales awards are back again for 2022! You're invited to join us at the Swansea Arena on Monday afternoon, 10th October for the Social Business Wales Awards 2022 ceremony. Take a look below at the list of categories and the inspiring social enterprises up for an award...

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Pembrokeshire's First Social Enterprise Day 'Making money to make a difference' on Wednesday 14th September from 12.-4 pm in Haverhub, Haverfordwest.

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Pembrokeshire's First Social Enterprise Day 'Making money to make a difference' on Wednesday 14th September from 12.-4 pm in Haverhub, Haverfordwest.

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Free entry. Come along and find out about the great work social enterprises are doing across the county with individuals and communities.

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New PAVS Grant is now open for applications 'Living well this Winter'.

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New PAVS Grant is now open for applications 'Living well this Winter'.

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Living Well this Winter

Supported by Pembrokeshire County Council and Welsh Government, the next round of the PAVS’ Support Community Action Fund is now open for applications. The “Living well this Winter” grant offers revenue grants of up to £2500 to constituted voluntary and community groups and Town and Community Councils.

This Living Well round recognises the ongoing challenges and pressures to providing activities and services to support vulnerable people during the winter months.

The Fund’s themes are:

Addressing Loneliness & Isolation

Improving mental & physical health and wellbeing

Helping people cope with financial hardship

Supporting unpaid carers

The deadline for applications is the 9th September 2022

All spend must be made by 31st March 2023.

For more information or to request an application pack , email development@pavs.org.uk

Byw'n Dda y Gaeaf

Cefnogir gan Gyngor Sir Penfro a Llywodraeth Cymru, mae rownd nesaf Cronfa Gweithredu Cymunedol Cefnogi PAVS bellach ar agor ar gyfer ceisiadau. Mae'r grant "Byw'n Dda y Gaeaf hwn" yn cynnig grantiau refeniw o hyd at £2500 i gyfansoddi grwpiau gwirfoddol a chymunedol a Chynghorau Tref a Chymuned.

Mae'r cylch Byw'n Iach yma yn cydnabod yr heriau a'r pwysau parhaus i ddarparu gweithgareddau a gwasanaethau i gefnogi pobl fregus yn ystod misoedd y gaeaf.

Themâu'r Gronfa yw:

• Mynd i'r afael ag Unigrwydd ac Ynysu

• Gwella iechyd meddwl a lles corfforol

• Helpu pobl i ymdopi â chaledi ariannol

• Cefnogi gofalwyr di-dâl

Y dyddiad cau er mwyn cyflwyno ceisiadau yw dydd Gwener 9 Medi 2022.

Rhaid cwblhau pob prosiect erbyn 31 Mawrth 2023

Cysylltwch â development@pavs.org.uk i ofyn am becyn ymgeisio.

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Social Enterprise UK - the lead membership body for Social Enterprises in Britain.

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Social Enterprise UK - the lead membership body for Social Enterprises in Britain.

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Social Enterprise UK (SEUK) is the UK's membership body for social enterprises. We lead the world's largest network of businesses with a social purpose who together are helping to create a fairer economy and a more sustainable future for everyone.

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New Enterprise Partnership Project between UK Gov, Pembrokeshire County Council and Cwmpas is launched.

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New Enterprise Partnership Project between UK Gov, Pembrokeshire County Council and Cwmpas is launched.

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Pembrokeshire Skills & Enterprise Project provides investment in people, communities and business

An exciting Enterprise and Development Project was launched at the Bridge Innovation Centre, Pembroke Dock recently.

The £1.34m project aims to deliver elements of Pembrokeshire County Council's Pembrokeshire Recovery and Regeneration Strategy 2020-2030 and build on the expertise of local and national delivery partners whilst bringing a new and exciting offer to support local skills development, entrepreneurs and enable businesses to grow.

Rachel Moxey, the Council's Head of Economic Development & Regeneration, said:

"We are delighted to introduce the project with our partners. The Project will provide investment in people, communities and business and tackle disadvantage at a local level. This will aid us in developing future initiatives that will further aid Pembrokeshire residents such as the UK Shared Prosperity Fund."

Presentations followed from the business skills partners, Cwmpas (formerly Wales Cooperative) who introduced their Hackathon events focused on entrepreneurial stimuli for key county towns, generating enterprising opportunities.

Business in Focus outlined a dynamic pre-start pathway to entrepreneurship, combining tailored support via advice and mentoring to develop confidence, motivation and entrepreneurial thinking.

Partners providing skills initiatives are Pembrokeshire College, with an engineering skills initiative responding to current and emerging skills requirement for industry.

This includes 10-week courses in mechanical engineering, computer aided design and hydraulics and pneumatics.

Futureworks and the College are also providing tourism/hospitality skills initiatives with Futureworks providing further opportunities in the land based, heritage and digital sectors.

Providence Training outlined its programme to introduce participants to the Energy sector and its opportunities and equip participants with sector recognised skills and awards such as coded welding.

Additional initiatives include a study to gain an understanding of Pembrokeshire businesses current skills, capacity deficits and future gaps which is critical to meet shifting market demands.

A second feasibility study aims to identify local innovative spaces for greening to reduce town carbon impacts whilst also identifying green based employment and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Cllr Paul Miller, Council Deputy Leader and Cabinet member for Place, the Region and Climate Change, said:
"Thanks to the hard work of the team and partners Pembrokeshire is fortunate to have received a significant award from the CRF fund for the Enterprise and Skills project which will enable people to enter new training opportunities, support businesses, and facilitate the creation of new jobs."
If you interested in finding out more about the opportunities the Enterprise and Skills project could offer you please visit: www.bridgeinnovation.co.uk where more information will be posted in due course.

This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund.

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PAVS Pembrokeshire Social Enterprise Day is happening on 14.9.22 all day in Haverhub, H'West.

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PAVS Pembrokeshire Social Enterprise Day is happening on 14.9.22 all day in Haverhub, H'West.

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Pembrokeshire Community Hub is live and on its Roadshow touring village Halls.

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Pembrokeshire Community Hub is live and on its Roadshow touring village Halls.

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WCVA gofod3 is happening next week! Online webinars and workshops for the 3rd sector.

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WCVA gofod3 is happening next week! Online webinars and workshops for the 3rd sector.

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Gofod3 is back - book your places now! - WCVA

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gofod3 is back again this year from the 20-24 June 2022 and with less than a month to go we are excited to tell you what's on the programme so you can start booking. gofod3 is an event organised by WCVA, in collaboration with the voluntary sector.

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Shared Spaces in Haverfordwest - sessions coming up .....

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Shared Spaces Haverfordwest • Haverfordwest

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Shared Spaces Haverfordwest • Haverfordwest

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Shared Spaces Haverfordwest is here to support start-ups and established businesses throughout Pembrokeshire to grow their organisations and become part of the business community within the region.

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Free Digital and Marketing Meet the Expert session this coming Friday at Shared Spaces on Riverside Market in Haverfordwest.  More details below.

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Free Digital and Marketing Meet the Expert session this coming Friday at Shared Spaces on Riverside Market in Haverfordwest.  More details below.

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Date and time

Fri, 17 June 2022

09:00 – 16:30 BST

Location

Shared Spaces Haverfordwest

Unit 6

Riverside Quay

Haverfordwest

SA61 2LJ

United Kingdom

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Join us for our monthly networking and meet the expert sessions | Ymunwch gyda ni am ein sesiynau rhwydweithio misol

About this event

Join us for our regular monthly networking and meet the expert sessions.

Held every month, we will be hosting an expert from their respective fields to join us in the Hub for you to have a chat, answer any questions you may have and to follow up should it be needed.

This month we'll be joined by a Angus Findlay, Managing Director of St Davids based, Web Adept UK, who will be on hand to advise and provide support on your website and digital marketing (including SEO, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click) between 11:30 - 14:00. There will be four slots available for a half an hour sit down 1-2-1 with Angus therefore please book to confirm a place.

Co-working is free all day, therefore if you'd like to spend the day working from the Hub, please let us know when booking your ticket.

Lunch will also be provided between 12:30 - 13:30 with an opportunity for some informal networking.

Remember, you don't have to stay all day, feel free to come and go as you please!

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Ymunwch gyda ni am ein sesiynau rhwydweithio a sesiynau Cwrdd â'r Arbenigwr misol.

Yn cael ei chynnal ar ddydd Gwener olaf pob mis, byddwn yn croesawu arbenigwr o’u meysydd priodol i ymuno â ni yn yr Hwb i chi gael sgwrs, ateb unrhyw gwestiynau sydd gennych ac i ddilyn i fyny pe bai angen.

Y mis yma, bydd Angus Findlay, Prif Weithredwr o Web Adept UK, sydd wedi ei lleoli yn Nhyddewi wrth law i ateb unrhyw gwestiynau sydd gennych am farchnata digidol, marchnata cyfryngau cymdeithasol, brandio a'u gwasanaethau ymgynghori rhwng 11:30 - 14:00. Bydd pedwar slot, hanner awr yr un ar gael. Archebwch tocyn i gadarnhau eich lle.

Bydd y diwrnod hefyd yn gyfle am rwydweithio anffurfiol a lluniaeth ysgafn. Mae yna groeso i chi ymuno gyda ni i gydweithio unrhywbryd drwy gydol y dydd, ond mi fydd lluniaeth a rhwydweithio yn cael ei gynnal rhwng 12:30 - 13:30.

Cofiwch, does dim rhaid i chi aros drwy'r dydd, mae croeso i chi fynd a dod fel y mynnoch!

This project is funded by the Third Sector Resilience Fund for Wales Phase 2 Scheme, managed and administered by WCVA on behalf of Welsh Government.

Business in Focus deliver this service in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council.

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Ariennir y prosiect hwn gan Gynllun Cam 2 o Gronfa Gwydnwch y Trydydd Sector ar gyfer Cymru, a reolir ac a weinyddir gan CGGC ar ran Llywodraeth Cymru.

Mae Business in Focus yn darparu'r gwasanaeth yma mewn partneriaeth gyda Chyngor Sir Benfro.

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Eventbrite - Shared Spaces Haverfordwest presents Free Co-working and Meet the Expert (Web Adept UK - Digital Marketing) - Friday, 17 June 2022 at Shared Spaces Haverfordwest, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire. Find event and ticket information.

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Pride Month event with Social Enterprise UK and Micro Rainbow.

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Pride Month event with Social Enterprise UK and Micro Rainbow.

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How social enterprises are supporting LGBTI refugees and asylum seekers - An interview with Sebastian Rocca, Founder and CEO of Micro Rainbow

Thursday 16th June, 12pm

June is Pride Month and to celebrate we're going to be hosting a webinar interview with Sebastian Rocca, Founder and CEO of pioneering social enterprise, Micro Rainbow .

Micro Rainbow's works to help create a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) people are free from discrimination and persecution, working to support LGBTQI refugees and asylum seekers through the multiple barriers they face.
The social enterprise is probably best known for providing safe housing to LGBTQI asylum seekers and refugees but it also helps facilitate access to employment, training and education as well as running social inclusion programmes to reduce the extreme isolation felt by the people it supports.

With the news dominated by the war in Ukraine and the government's own controversial plans around asylum, as well as continued violence in Afghanistan, Yemen, Syria and numerous other under-reported conflicts - this will be a great chance to hear from a social enterprise on the frontline which is helping break down barriers and challenge stigmas.

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How social enterprises are supporting LGBTI refugees and asylum seekers - An interview with Sebastian Rocca, Founder and CEO of Micro Rainbow Thursday 16th June, 12pm June is Pride Month and to celebrate we're going to be hosting a webinar interview with Sebastian Rocca, Founder and CEO of pioneering social enterprise, Micro Rainbow .

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Pembrokeshire Social Enterprise Day, organised by PAVS, will take place in Haverhub, Haverfordwest on Wednesday 14th September.  The event will showcase Pembrokeshire's Social Enterprises and will be open to the general public.  There will be guest speakers and partner support organisations in attendance.  For more information email liz.cook@pavs.org.uk

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Pembrokeshire Social Enterprise Day, organised by PAVS, will take place in Haverhub, Haverfordwest on Wednesday 14th September.  The event will showcase Pembrokeshire's Social Enterprises and will be open to the general public.  There will be guest speakers and partner support organisations in attendance.  For more information email liz.cook@pavs.org.uk

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7.6.22 The British Council and Social Enterprise UK today launched their report 'More in common' into the Global state of Social Enterprise.

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7.6.22 The British Council and Social Enterprise UK today launched their report 'More in common' into the Global state of Social Enterprise.

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WCVA Building Public Trust Award - a chance for Social Enterprises to win £5K.

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WCVA Building Public Trust Award - a chance for Social Enterprises to win £5K.

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The Building Public Trust Award for Impact in Social Enterprise 2022 is open for applications, and you could win £5,000!

PwC's Building Public Trust Award, in collaboration with the School for Social Entrepreneurs, recognises excellence in social enterprises that can demonstrate a positive social or environmental impact.

The winner will receive a £5,000 donation and two runners up will each receive a £2,500 donation from the PwC Social Entrepreneurs Club, to help them continue to grow their impact.

Applications will be evaluated based on the following principles:

Demonstrates positive social or environmental impact backed up by evidence.

Demonstrates good use of impact measurement or evaluation methods.

Involves and communicates with stakeholders.

Clearly communicates both its intended and actual impact in the reports or evidence provided.

The applications will be assessed by a panel of subject matter experts from among PwC, the School for Social Entrepreneurs and other social entrepreneurs. The panel will shortlist ten entries initially and then choose three finalists. These finalists will then be considered by an independent judging panel.

ELIGIBILITY

This award is open to all UK-based social enterprises. Applicants must have an impact report and submit this as part of their application. Other criteria include:

The business has a clear social/environmental mission that is set out in its governing documents

Is an independent business and earns more than half of its income through trading (unless trading for less than 24 months)

Is controlled or owned in the interests of the social/environmental mission

Is transparent about how it operates and its impact

Reinvests or gives away at least half of its profits or surpluses towards its social or environmental purpose

PREVIOUS WINNERS

Last year's winner was Noise Solution, a social enterprise that works with young people, families and carers using music to tackle issues such as disruptive behaviours, lack of motivation, low self-esteem, low engagement, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression and students at risk of exclusion.

The closing date for applications is 5 pm on Friday 17 June 2022. The winner will be announced at PwC's Building Public Trust Awards dinner later in the year.
Find out more and access the online application form.

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The Building Public Trust Award for Impact in Social Enterprise 2022 is open for applications, and you could win £5,000! PwC's Building Public Trust Award, in collaboration with the School for Social Entrepreneurs, recognises excellence in social enterprises that can demonstrate a positive social or environmental impact.

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UK Social Enterprise Awards 2022 " Social Enterprise UK

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Applications are now open for the 2022 UK Social Enterprise Awards
The UK Social Enterprise Awards are the country's biggest celebration of social enterprises recognising the best in the sector. They are a chance to showcase the incredible contributions made by businesses that have been making a real difference in tackling social and environmental problems both in the UK and around the world.

Winners will be announced at a gala reception at London's iconic Roundhouse on 8 December. Apply now and join us for what will be the biggest and best Awards ceremony yet.
More information on each of the categories and on how to apply can be found in these guidelines Applications close on 1 July.
2022 Awards Categories

Sponsorship Opportunities

If you are interested in sponsoring one of the categories for this year's Awards please email Jennifer.Exon@socialenterprise.org.uk

We are pleased to be working with Social Enterprise Northern Ireland, Social Enterprise Scotland and the Wales Co-operative Centre to deliver the Awards.

Applications are now open for the 2022 UK Social Enterprise Awards
The UK Social Enterprise Awards are the country's biggest celebration of social enterprises recognising the best in the sector. They are a chance to showcase the incredible contributions made by businesses that have been making a real difference in tackling social and environmental problems both in the UK and around the world.

Winners will be announced at a gala reception at London's iconic Roundhouse on 8 December. Apply now and join us for what will be the biggest and best Awards ceremony yet.
More information on each of the categories and on how to apply can be found in these guidelines Applications close on 1 July.
2022 Awards Categories

Sponsorship Opportunities

If you are interested in sponsoring one of the categories for this year's Awards please email Jennifer.Exon@socialenterprise.org.uk

We are pleased to be working with Social Enterprise Northern Ireland, Social Enterprise Scotland and the Wales Co-operative Centre to deliver the Awards.

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Social Business Wales Awards 2022 nominations are now open!

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Social Business Wales Awards 2022 - Cwmpas

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Open 1.6.22  Making it happen grant fund for Social Enterprise.  More information below.

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Start up Training Course (4 weeks) with Cwmpas and Business Wales.

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Start up Training Course (4 weeks) with Cwmpas and Business Wales.

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Do you have ideas that will benefit your community? Would you like to know how to set up a social enterprise? Join us!

About this event

Are you thinking of starting a new venture with values at the heart of it?

We are excited to invite you to the Start Something Good four-week online course for anyone who wants to develop the building blocks of a social enterprise start-up.

Whatever the social impact you are looking to create, if you have a vision for change, this short course will be the perfect way to get your idea off the ground.

Who is the course for?

The Start Something Good course is open to anyone at the ideas stage who is interested in finding out about starting a business that has profit for good, people, and planet at the heart of it. Whether you are unemployed, a professional looking for a new direction, a volunteer, or part of a community group, come and explore how your ideas can lead to sustainable social change.

Eligibility

We have twelve spaces available on this course. If you are at the ideas stage, then this course is perfect for you.

What will the course include?

• An opportunity to meet others online who want to create social change.

• A focus on profit for purpose, people, and planet.

• Learning about the essential parts of a social enterprise.

• Finding out what support is available for new social enterprises from Social Business Wales New Start and other support agencies.

• Network with social entrepreneurs who have set up successful social enterprises.

The Programme

Each session will run in the afternoon or evening over four Wednesday evenings and will be held on Zoom.

The specific times are 1.30-3pm or 6pm-7.30pm. We would like people to opt for an afternoon or evening slot.

This page is for registering on the afternoon sessions. Please ensure you can attend all four course sessions.

Find the evening option here

Week 1 Wednesday June 15th

Week 2 Wednesday June 22nd

Week 3 Wednesday June 29th

Week 4 Wednesday July 13th

After completing the course, you will be able to arrange a 1-2-1 meeting with a Business Adviser to discuss your plans in more detail.

About the speakers

The course will be led by Prith Biant and Business Advisors from the Social Business Wales New Start programme.

Prith Biant is an artist and Creative Facilitator with over 15 years experience in business. She has a degree in Communication Studies, and Masters in Business Administration and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education.

She runs her own creative consultancy and has previously established a social enterprise to support women regain their confidence and independence after experiencing domestic violence.

Prith will be joined each week with a Business Advisor form your area and a selection of guest speakers sharing their knowledge and experience.

Social Business Wales New Start project is designed to help social entrepreneurs and groups to set up strong and sustainable social enterprises that will create a better future for Wales. Over the last two years we have supported over 160 new social enterprise star-ups across Wales.

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Oes gennych chi syniadau a fydd o fudd i'ch cymuned?

Ydych chi'n ystyried cychwyn menter newydd gyda gwerthoedd yn ganolog iddi? Hoffech chi wybod sut i sefydlu a rhedeg menter gymdeithasol?

Rydyn ni’n falch iawn o'ch gwahodd i'r cwrs ar-lein pedair wythnos, Dechrau Rhywbeth Da, ar gyfer unrhyw un yn Nghymru sydd am ddatblygu seiliau menter gymdeithasol.

Beth bynnag yw'r effaith gymdeithasol rydych chi'n gobeithio’i chreu, os oes gennych chi weledigaeth ar gyfer newid, bydd y cwrs byr hwn yn ffordd berffaith o roi hwb i’ch syniad.

Ar gyfer pwy mae'r cwrs?

Mae'r cwrs Dechrau Rhywbeth Da ar agor i unrhyw un sydd yn y cam syniadau, sydd â diddordeb mewn dysgu am gychwyn busnes sydd ag elw er daioni, pobl a'r blaned yn sylfaen iddo. P'un ai eich bod yn ddi-waith, yn weithiwr proffesiynol sy'n chwilio am gyfeiriad newydd, yn wirfoddolwr, neu'n rhan o grŵp cymunedol, dewch i archwilio sut y gall eich syniadau arwain at newid cymdeithasol cynaliadwy.

Cymhwyster

Mae gennym 12 lle ar gael ar y cwrs hwn. Os ydych chi ar y cam syniadau, yna mae'r cwrs hwn yn berffaith i chi.

Beth fydd y cwrs yn ei gynnwys?

• Cyfle i gwrdd ag eraill ar-lein sydd eisiau creu newid cymdeithasol.

• Ffocws ar elw at bwrpas, pobl a'r blaned.

• Dysgu am rannau hanfodol menter gymdeithasol.

• Darganfod pa gefnogaeth sydd ar gael i fentrau cymdeithasol newydd gan Ddechrau Newyd Busnes Cymdeithasol Cymru ac asiantaethau cymorth eraill.

• Rhwydweithio gydag entrepreneuriaid cymdeithasol sydd wedi sefydlu mentrau cymdeithasol llwyddiannus.

Y Rhaglen

Bydd pob sesiwn yn cael ei chynnal dros bedair dydd neu nos Fercher a hynny ar Zoom.

Yr amseroedd penodol yw 1.30-3pm neu 6pm-7.30pm. Mae'r dudalen hon ar gyfer cofrestru ar sesiynau'r prynhawn. Sicrhewch y gallwch fynychu pob un o'r pedwar sesiwn cwrs

Dewch o hyd i'r sesiynau gyda'r nos yma

Yn ddelfrydol, hoffem i bobl ddewis slot prynhawn neu fin nos.

Wythnos 1 Dydd Mercher Mehefin 15fed

Wythnos 2 Dydd Mercher Mehefin 22ain

Wythnos 3 Dydd Mercher Mehefin 29ain

Wythnos 4 Dydd Mercher Gorffennaf 13eg

Ar ôl cwblhau'r cwrs, byddwch yn gallu trefnu cyfarfod un-i-un gydag Ymgynghorydd Busnes i drafod eich cynlluniau’n fwy manwl.

Am y siaradwyr

Arweinir y cwrs gan Prith Biant a chynghorwyr busnes rhaglen Dechrau Newydd Busnes Cymdeithasol Cymru.

Mae Prith Biant yn artist ac yn Hwylusydd Creadigol gyda dros 15 mlynedd o brofiad mewn busnes. Mae ganddi radd mewn Astudiaethau Cyfathrebu, a Meistr mewn Gweinyddu Busnes a Thystysgrif Addysg i Raddedigion.

Mae’n rhedeg ei hymgynghoriad creadigol ei hun ac yn y gorffennol mae wedi sefydlu menter gymdeithasol i gefnogi menywod i adennill eu hyder a’u hannibyniaeth ar ôl profi trais domestig.

Bydd Prith yn ymuno bob wythnos gyda Chynghorydd Busnes o'ch ardal a detholiad o siaradwyr gwadd yn rhannu eu gwybodaeth a'u profiad.

Mae prosiect Dechrau Newydd Busnes Cymdeithasol Cymru wedi'i gynllunio i helpu entrepreneuriaid a grwpiau cymdeithasol sefydlu mentrau cymdeithasol cryf a chynaliadwy a fydd yn creu dyfodol gwell i Gymru. Dros y ddwy flynedd ddiwethaf rydym wedi cefnogi dros 160 o fusnesau menter gymdeithasol newydd ledled Cymru.

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Do you have ideas that will benefit your community? Would you like to know how to set up a social enterprise? Join us!

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Created by Liz Cook, Catalyst for Care Project Social Enterprise Development Officer.  Liz is employed by PAVS, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services in Haverfordwest.  

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Charity Number 1172407
The VC Gallery actively encourages members of the local community and veterans to engage with the arts, they are supported to develop their creativity through weekly workshops run by artists. Working with groups such as the elderly, disabled and people from minority backgrounds, The VC Gallery provides a safe and caring environment to be creative and express themselves.

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The VC Gallery | Combatting Social Isolation Through Creative Engagement

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Based in a rural woodland near Llawhaden the CIC teaches and promotes green wood working to all, including those with limited mobility, small groups and individuals.

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Registered Charity Number 1090949

FRAME's Our reuse povide support and work experience for vulnerable adults in a safe supportive environment.

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Pembrokeshire FRAME

We help to change lives and make dreams come true. Our reuse projects provide support and work experience for vulnerable adults in a safe supportive environment.

The aim of the projects is to provide adults with disabilities, mental health issues and or learning difficulties with work experience by helping them to reuse and recycle items donated to Pembrokeshire FRAME.

Have a look around our website and see if we can help you!

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We help to change lives and make dreams come true. Our reuse projects provide support and work experience for vulnerable adults in a safe supportive environment. The aim of the projects is to provide adults with disabilities, mental health issues and or learning difficulties with work experience by helping them to reuse and recycle items donated to Pembrokeshire FRAME.

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Pembrokeshire Mencap Limited (Stackpole Walled Garden)

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Registered Charity Number 1128982
The Stackpole Garden project provides meaningful work experience for local adults with learning disabilities.

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A stroll around the historic Stackpole Walled Gardens on the National Trust estate at Stackpole in Pembrokeshire offers a glimpse into a bygone age. For the past 250 years the garden has produced food for the table and that long tradition continues to this day.

The Garden is managed by the trustees of Pembrokeshire Ltd (registered charity no 1128982) and you will be able to enjoy the extensive gardens and see first hand the impressive work undertaken by Pembrokeshire adults with learning disabilities , who produce a large range of plants, fresh fruit and vegetables that you can buy in our Garden shop.

You will receive a warm welcome in our tea room, Cawdors, where you will enjoy delicious homemade and locally sourced cakes.

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Welcome to Stackpole Walled Gardens - Stackpole Walled Gardens

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A stroll around the historic Stackpole Walled Gardens on the National Trust estate at Stackpole in Pembrokeshire offers a glimpse into a bygone age. For the past 250 years the garden has produced food for the table and that long tradition continues to this day.

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Company Number 10706777
Silbers CIC is an expanding South West Wales Community Interest Company and social enterprise. Our Mission is ‘Changing Lives through Therapy, Play, and Nature’.

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About Silbers CiC

Silbers CIC is an expanding South West Wales Community Interest Company and social enterprise. Our Mission is 'Changing Lives through Therapy, Play, and Nature'.

Silbers CIC aims to deliver its Mission by working in partnership with statutory, voluntary, community and private sector agencies across South West Wales. Our aim is to be a key strategic, service delivery provider and financially sustainable Community Interest Company and social enterprise in South West Wales.

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Changing lives through, therapy, play & nature

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Silbers CIC is an expanding South West Wales Community Interest Company and social enterprise. Our Mission is 'Changing Lives through Therapy, Play, and Nature'. Silbers CIC aims to deliver its Mission by working in partnership with statutory, voluntary, community and private sector agencies across South West Wales.

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Company Number 07574014
Clynfyw Care Farm is a Community Interest Company.

We call ourselves a Care Farm, supporting adults with learning disabilities and those in recovery from mental unwellness. We also recognise our wider remit; supporting community regeneration with a focus on resilience in the face of the climate catastrophe.

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Vulnerable people have always been marginalised, and the challenges ahead make it all the more important that we prepare now to ensure they don't in the future.
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It's not all about prizes, but we won the Queens Award for Enterprise (sustainable development) in 2020 and the Best Rural Diversification Project (Wales/NI) in the Rural Business Awards 2019!!!
Hooray for us and for care farming everywhere!

Community Interest Company

Clynfyw Care Farm

We care about our local community, working alongside many community-based groups and statutory organisations to help create a more inclusive region. As of 1st November 2021 Clynfyw is home to ten people living in supported tenancy and provides inspiring opportunities for 45 different vulnerable people many times each week, and secure, enjoyable employment for 48 paid staff and volunteers. Clynfyw is a 'significant local employer'!

We want to help other people set up care farms and to improve community-focused social care. To this end we wrote a book-'Care Farming for Beginners-a how to guide', to help others to develop their land for social and therapeutic purposes. We often give talks here and elsewhere and welcome people to visit (by arrangement) and to steal our ideas!

We are writing another book helping community groups and individuals set up microenterprises. All being well this will be completed by the end of 2022.

We hope you will enjoy our website, but please note it is just an introduction to our work. Please get in touch if you would like more information about anything we mention. Thank you.

History - The Evolution of Clynfyw Care Farm

Clynfyw Farm is a 395 acre organic farm and woodland in North Pembrokeshire that has been farmed by the Lewis-Bowen family since the 1750s. Since 1985 it has offered high-quality accessible accommodation in converted Victorian farm buildings.

Trading under the company name Clynfyw Countryside Centre Ltd (Clynfyw CC) since 1999, we expanded on the holidays to include weddings, conferences and a variety of courses based around the environment, disability access and sustainability. In 2009 the Clynfyw CC Directors decided to refocus our efforts, concentrating on our strengths - disability access around the farm, inclusive holiday provision and the knowledge we have gained of the needs of the disabled community locally and further afield.

In 2011 Clynfyw Community Interest Company (CIC) was constituted to run day care services and related activities on a Care Farm. Clynfyw CC still exists managing the holiday cottages, while Clynfyw CIC runs as a Care Farm which is open to everyone, but with a focus on supporting 'vulnerable people' in general.

Clynfyw Farm is owned by Tom Lewis-Bowen and leased to Jim Lewis-Bowen under a farm business tenancy agreement. The buildings were leased to Clynfyw CC in 1998, and Clynfyw CIC has a further lease of the buildings and surrounds.The majority of the land is presently rented out to a super organic farmer, Hefyn Evans, and we use around a dozen acres for our care farming work.

Pembrokeshire County Council (PCC) has been using Clynfyw CC's cottages for respite stays for its Learning Disability team since 2009, with care support provided by a number of different registered domiciliary care providers (commissioned directly by PCC).

We were already providing many of the services highlighted as good practice when the Welsh Government's Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act came in in 2015, and Clynfyw has been mentioned in the Senedd as a centre of good practice.

We have built a stable foundation and are excited about the years ahead...

The long term health the environment is important to us. We won a Green Tourism Gold Award in 2017 for our environmental practices and bought a Nissan Leaf electric car early in 2018, and a minibus that runs on recycled vegetable oil in 2019 to further reduce our carbon footprint. In 2020 we won the Queens Award for Enterprise (sustainable development)-the most prestigious business awards in the UK, so we must be doing something right!

Environmental Policy March 2021

Clynfyw Community Interest Company (Clynfyw CIC) offers therapeutic day services to marginalised people including people with learning disabilities, people experiencing mental health issues, women experiencing domestic abuse, veterans struggling with life after being in the forces and other excluded groups.

We recognise that our activities have an impact on the environment in terms of the use of raw materials, emissions to air and waste generation and we seek to minimise this as far as is reasonably practicable.

We will communicate this policy to all our employees and ensure that they are given appropriate training to raise awareness of environmental issues.

Clynfyw CIC will review this policy on an annual basis, taking account of any changes within legislation and our organisation, and any other factors.

​ In March 2020 we helped to instigate an open meeting for Manordeifi, Clydau, Boncath and Cilgerran parishes to discuss the climate crisis and the set up a North East Pembrokeshire Climate Emergency Action Planning Team to prepare ourselves for the challenges of the future.

We are getting 'once in a generation' floods several times a year now and all indication is that it's only going to get worse. Climate scientists predict food shortages and a fracturing in our society.

It is easy to say we are too small and 'what difference does it make when China, the USA etc... don't change', but doing nothing now won't help us in the future. We have flooded fields and homes, bridges out, roads blocked by fallen trees and lorries blown into ditches. We need to talk and plan and prepare now. This meeting led to the creation of Ffynonne Community Resilience, working together to prepare for challenges to come.

So this is what we are doing. If you would like to get involved, please get in touch. All constructive contribution is most welcome.

​ The Human Rights Act is often misrepresented by those with vested interests. It is a vital tool that protects us all, particularly the most vulnerable in our society. Clynfyw has been recognised by the British Institute of Human Rights as a Champion of Human Rights for our campaigning work over the past few years.

We are audited annually by Pembrokeshire People First to help ensure we are truly Participant lead and doing all we can to provide opportunity and advocate for everyone involved at Clynfyw.

​ People - our greatest Asset

The current Clynfyw Team are an inspiring group of individuals. They are truly person focussed and a massive credit to the organisation as a whole. Their dedication, commitment and compassion are a recognised asset. They are also a great pleasure to be around.

On-going investment in our Team is a key part of our work and we offer in-house training as well as accessing Pembrokeshire County Council's SCWDP training regularly. We have a paid staff team and volunteers of over 40, and we focus on investing in staff.

​ We have an independent Board of eight people who help shape the direction of the organisation as well as supporting the Management Team in the day to day running of the Care Farm. We aim over the next few years to change our structure, reducing the hierarchy and making the running, development and planning more equitable.

To ensure good communication throughout the organisation, we hold regular Staff Team meetings and Participants Forums and have elected representatives from the Staff Team and Participants which enable everyone to have a say in what goes on at Clynfyw. The Staff Representatives, Nick, Kat and Clive, meet with the Managing Director, Jim, regularly to ensure communication is as good as it can be. Our Visioning 2020-2030 plan relates to the climate crisis and how we can develop and adapt what we do to be best positioned to contribute to community resilience and help to establish a restorative culture to which will be increasingly needed in the years to come.

Our Management Team include: Jim, G iles, Sheila, Louise, Gary, Cerys

And our staff team include: Adam, Alice, Anna, Charlie, Christine, Claire, Clive, Eve, George, Geri, Gill, Hannah, Hugh, Jake, Jodie, Kirsten, Layla, Leila, Liz, Matt, Meg, Michael, Nick, Paul, Philip, Rowena, Seren, Seth, Tamsin and Tristan

And our volunteers include: Jill, Tink, Matt, John, Tom, Gil, Alan, Elaine...

At 405 miles, we have peddled through Calais, through Dunkirk, and into Belgium. We have cycled through Veurne and have just passed Bruges, the capital of West Flanders in northwest Belgium.

We are currently passing south of a small town called Beernem.

Would you like to sponsor us to help us along. Pop over to our Crowdfunding page and we'll be super grateful!
Thank you

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Clynfyw Care Farm | Clynfyw Care Farm. A Community Interest Company which supports disabled and vulnerable people using numerous meaningful projects as tools for learning.

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Over the last 4 years MAM's has been providing support to the women of Pembrokeshire who have experienced trauma often as a result of domestic abuse or loss. We have offered one to one resourcing and support in groups, providing and building a sense of connection and community.

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Mothers affection really does matter....

At M.A.M's we believe that it is the loving bond, the heart to heart connection in the mother and child's world, that builds our whole world. Science has now shown that insufficient bonding between mother and child can affect the development of the brain; this in turn will impact how a child comes to view the world, influencing emotional development, which can lead to dysfunctional behaviour later in life. See for reference the work of world renowned Psychologist, Gabor Mate.

Through our work, in becoming calm and safe, women can open up and share their story, knowing that they are loved, they grow in their own understanding and a shift begins to take place which changes their perspective of life. This change is first created on the inside and then replicated without through the creation of community.

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Background

Over the last 4 years MAM's has been providing support to the women of Pembrokeshire who have experienced trauma often as a result of domestic abuse or loss. We have offered one to one resourcing and support in groups, providing and building a sense of connection and community.

Through our work we recognised that what all of the women had experienced was adverse childhood experiences. As a result, they had developed patterns and defence mechanisms that enabled them to survive in the world, yet disenabled them from moving forward in life. Instead patterns were repeating throughout their lives and then being passed onto the next generation.

At MAM's we believe that it is time to break the cycle of trauma passing from one generation to the next and so radical change is now needed in the world, to enable human beings to step forward from a position of simply surviving to one of thriving.

To enable us to create a world where every child feels safe, loved and held will require that every woman feels not only safe but also empowered. A world where mothers are resourced and supported so they can successfully bond with their child. Where patterns of abuse, violence and disempowerment are not passed on, thus enabling the new generation to emerge as emotionally resilient and empowered human beings.

At MAM's we have developed a new approach to working with those who may have experienced trauma, whether little t or big T. The 'Changing the Story' approach combines a variety of tools and techniques that enable women to learn how to resource themselves, recognise their old story and patterns and step into the role of an empowered human being.

The 'Changing the Story' approach draws on the power of community and the power of love. Recreating the mothers bond of love as a result of resourcing and supporting one another increases our levels of oxytocin, this develops trust and safety thus enabling us to break free from old patterns and stories that may be holding us back from stepping into our true authentic selves.

As much of the trauma we have experienced through our lives is stored within the body at an unconscious level, we skilfully weave the ancient art of storytelling and poetry with somatic body work. Utilising dance and movement through all of our sessions enables spontaneous insight to arise and bodily shifts to occur naturally.

During our workshops, we share a wide variety of tools and techniques, such as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and breath work exercises to enable the participants to become adept at managing their emotions. Essential life skills for every human being in an increasingly turbulent world.

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We are also in the process of setting up a 'Pegasus' fund that will enable us to support women to begin their own projects in the community or to further their own education.

As a result of funding from the Big Lottery Programme Wales, we are now able to offer the following training and workshops:

Changing the Story: a 10-week programme for women who are ready to change their story and journey towards empowerment.

Our Resourcing 'Feel Good' Sessions: These sessions support women in getting to know themselves, understanding their needs and how to meet them. Providing tools and techniques for how to self- resource and increase levels of oxytocin (the 'feel good hormone' that reduces levels of cortisol (stress) in our bodies).

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PEGASUS FUND

The Pegasus Fund & the Wings of Love story provides funding for us to begin the 3rd stage of our work at MAMs and allow women to feel inspired to create their new stories. We have already supported the CHLOE Project and our aim is to continue to empower women to birth their own creative projects.

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From the mythical story WINGS OF LOVE we are creating that image of us all 'coming home'. As the two children rise above their ruined city, they are safely lifted on the 'wings of love'. Once we feel safe, then women will stand together and this connection, healing heart to womb, will birth love again. across our world.

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Meet The Team

Working with mothers, her vision is to expand and birth the dream of CARIAD VILLAGE, a healing centre for mothers and their children to rest and heal. Community lies at the heart of the Welsh heritage and cariad is a magical word that means love, charity and affection all in one.

Sara uses her experience as an Adlerian Psychotherapist, Coach and Matrix Reimprinting Practitioner to enable women to identify their trauma 'freeze response' and learn how them they can, themselves, free this up and move on through with their lives.

Recognising that a world-wide community to celebrate the joy of motherhood will birth peace into our world, Sara is on her path to enable every child to rest in the arms of their mother and feel loved. Knowing first-hand the effects of frozen trauma following the loss of her baby sister, Sara deeply connects with mothers in their grief. Knowing the full power of life force shut down, she gently guides women back into their own heart and womb connection.

In her experience as a Doula, Sara has seen that as more women begin to feel, 'safe in their bodies,' they can birth more easily and naturally, thereby creating a new generation of children who feel safe in the world. 'Domestic abuse or domestic bliss we can change the story in our world when we celebrate the joy of motherhood.'

Sara has fostered many mothers and babies in her own home and knows on a visceral level that journey from fear to safety, having witnessed this profoundly shifting, in her own home, for the women she has had the privilege to work beside. Living within the heart of a family and being immersed into simple loving kindness can have a profound and life changing effect for mothers and their babies'. Sara believes that mothers have the role of loving and nurturing and need fully supporting to enable this to be shared with their children and families.

For ten years, Katie worked in the environmental and sustainability sector as a leader in her field, developing and managing national programmes that were aimed at reconnecting communities with nature, food and each other. Developing a leadership approach that nurtures and nourishes as well as achieves, believing that it is only when we have restored an inner balance and sustainability, will we then see this achieved in the wider world.

In 2012, Katie trained as professional storyteller, discovering the healing power of stories and how the realm of our imaginations can influence our day to day reality, she now uses stories as a therapeutic approach to healing trauma.

Katie has been a Reiki Master for the last eight years, and more recently in her exploration of trauma and its relation to childhood wounds, she has trained in Somatic Experiencing, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Matrix Re-imprinting, using the latest in neuroscience and energy psychology techniques to release trauma and reprogram our past.

Katie has extensive experience in working with and facilitating groups, through the delivery of workshops and training and has been specialising working with women and women's issues over more recent years, supporting and empowering women to step into their full potential.

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In 2016, Katie became a mother to Nai'a Cariad and is actively practising and exploring how to raise children in a conscious and loving way and how as mothers we can support and resource each other so that we can fully meet the needs of our children

Sharon King is an international trainer of Matrix Reimprinting and creator of the Matrix Birth Reimprinting technique and author of Heal Your Birth, Heal Your Life: Tools to Transform Your Birth Experience and Create a Magical New Beginning.

Sharon's specialty is transforming your experience of giving birth or being born and any trauma associated with conception, pregnancy and birth. She also specialises in working with infertility, supporting women going through IVF and helping to heal the wounds of loosing a baby. Sharon travels the world sharing her knowledge and teaching other practitioners and birth professionals to do the same.

Her training is extensive, with qualifications and experience as a certified practitioner and international trainer of many holistic healing modalities; including Matrix Reimprinting and Matrix Birth Reimprinting and Life Purpose. Sharon's new workshops include "Getting To The Heart Of Relationships" and working with Parents-to-be to achieve a conscious conception, pregnancy and birth.

www.magicalnewbeginnings.com & www.healyourbirthbook.com

Mark has worked extensively within the NHS for most of his career initially as as a Mental Health Nurse before progressing to Middle management and then using his experiences to deliver Leadership & Management courses as a Development Manager.

Mark has also qualified as an Executive Coach, Resilience Coach and massage therapist specialising in stress management.

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Mark brings to the team his management experience as well as offering a gentle mans approach to care.

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MAMs | Wales | Mams- Mothers Affection Matters

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​ Mothers affection really does matter.... At M.A.M's we believe that it is the loving bond, the heart to heart connection in the mother and child's world, that builds our whole world.

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SPPOT is a unique dynamic Community Interest Company founded in 2013 with the purpose of enabling people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions, to access high quality, exciting opportunities, in the field of dog care, training and walking.

We are a fully inclusive, intergenerational service, providing work-based training for young people at risk of unemployment, along with training and volunteering opportunities and progressive day services, for adults who have learning disabilities, physical disabilities or mental ill health.

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About Us - SPPOT CIC in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire

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Find out about SPPOT CIC based in Haverfordwest, founded in 2013, we have a unique combined approach to dog care and human education.

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In 2004, the newly formed Pembroke 21C Community Association raised the asking price and purchased Foundry House on behalf of the people of Pembroke.  Since then Foundry House has provided a venue for dozens of local groups and one-off events, as well as hosting a wide range of community projects.

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Foundry House Community Centre is owned and managed by Pembroke 21C Community Association on behalf of the people of Pembroke and surrounding area. Foundry House is run entirely by volunteers and after all the difficulties presented by the pandemic and as the COVID-19 restrictions ease, there is a lot to do to ensure our community centre thrives as we begin to move toward a "new normal"

We are currently seeking volunteers with skills in the following: painting, plastering, cleaning, office administration, reception, finance and social media.

If you are interested in any of our wide range of volunteering opportunities click here and join THE FRIENDS OF FOUNDRY HOUSE
What's on at Foundry House?
If you are interested in attending a group at Foundry House, keep an eye on our What's On at Foundry House Page - click here

NOTE FOR GROUP ORGANISERS: If you ran a group at Foundry House before the lock-down and plan to start up again now or in the near future please let us know by making an online booking request - click here.

Groups meeting at Foundry House who wish to link up via Zoom with their members who must or choose to remain at home, may use a zoom room setup comprising one of our laptops, 2 webcams and a 50" monitor

This site is freely and generously hosted via Kualo's Charity Solo Plan - for more information about this great offer see: - https://www.kualo.com/free-charity-hosting

Click to find us on Facebook

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FOUNDRY HOUSE - Pembroke's Community Centre

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Foundry House Community Centre is owned and managed by Pembroke 21C Community Association on behalf of the people of Pembroke and surrounding area.

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Our coast is in high demand and this can be complex to manage. PCF’s expert team brings the community together to deliver innovative solutions to coastal challenges. We are dedicated to ensuring Pembrokeshire remains the unique place we all love, for future generations to enjoy.

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Tegryn Jones, Chief Executive, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority

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Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum (PCF) manages and delivers marine related projects including the Marine Code, Outdoor Charter and Marine Energy Pembrokeshire.

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As a “not for profit” company, we use all profits to increase accessibility to creative art, offer and improve mentorship opportunities for new artists and encourage collaboration between the various mediums of creative arts.

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Welcome To Eastgate Creative Hwb CIC Eastgate Creative Hwb is a gallery, shop and studio tucked away at the east end of Pembroke High Street. Registered as a Community Interest Company in early 2021, we bring together established and new artists/makers to improve accessibility to creative art in its many forms. As a "not for ...

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Company Number 11854151
We are a non-profit enterprise (Community Interest Company) dedicated to inspiring, educating and empowering the west Wales community to manage their physical and mental health whilst living sustainably.

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We are an organisation that provides support to help people to gain new skills, improve confidence and become more independent, whether it be within their own home or within the community.

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- Build client self-esteem and confidence
- Encourage clients to take a leading role in their participation within the group
- To facilitate an environment which supports individual learning as well as encouraging interpersonal skills to be developed.
- Aim to produce a person centred experience to meet the individual needs of the clients

We look to achieve these aims by implementing:

- To encourage clients to work towards a more independent lifestyle.
- To set achievable outcomes
- Weekly Evaluations
- For all members of staff to take ownership of the planning and delivery of the sessions
- When any issues arise, for a solution to be sought after for a quick and happy resolution.

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Build client self-esteem and confidence - Encourage clients to take a leading role in their participation within the group - To facilitate an environment which supports individual learning as well as encouraging interpersonal skills to be developed.

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A vibrant and creative social enterprise rekindling the town centre. A collaborative experience where everyone counts. A place of opportunity, entertainment and variety.

HaverHub. It’s your space to grow.

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We've had to close the whole site while this takes place, but we look forward to opening with a season of launch activities from April next year. All groups wanting space can still contact us with a view to booking in 2021.

We are planning lots of exciting events for our launch next year - watch this space!
We are hoping to re-open in Spring 2021

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We've had to close the whole site while this takes place, but we look forward to opening with a season of launch activities from April next year. All groups wanting space can still contact us with a view to booking in 2021. We are planning lots of exciting events for our launch next year - watch this space!

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Company Number 11815494
Get the Boys a Lift (GTBAL) is a non-for-profit organisation offering free and easily accessible mental health support for the people of our community.

We run a clothing and coffee shop in Haverfordwest, serving beautiful Allpress© coffee and offering a unique cafe experience, where you can chat to counsellors and make new mates.

Our mission is simple, to create a happier and healthier community for all!  For more information, email us at:

info@gtbal.co.uk

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The hoodie that started it all. Our Shaka hoodie is the first and arguably the most popular hood as ...