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Plan International UK 'Test and Learn'
Grants of up to £6000 available for organisations who wish to carry out direct engagement with boys and young men.
Magic Little Grants 2023 Is Now Open For Applications!
With a 20-minute application process for a £500 grant and an outcome within six weeks, the Magic Little Grants fund reduces the work required for grass-roots organisations to access the funding they need to launch or strengthen their services.
Would you like to find out more about Charles Bonnet Syndrome?
Come along to Sight Cymru’s free webinar, Understanding Charles Bonnet Syndrome, on Thursday 23rd March 2023 from 11.00 - 12.45pm
Financial Fairness Trust
£10k - £200k grants available. We fund research, campaigning and policy work to contribute towards strategic change which improves financial well-being in the UK. Our funding programmes focus on income, spending and assets.
Walk-In Appointments still available at MVCs for Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board are still accepting walk-in appointments for your flu vaccination and COVID-19 Autumn Booster for all eligible groups until 31 March.
More than 90% of young care leavers sign up for Basic Income pilot scheme
More than 90% of young care leavers who are eligible have signed up for the Basic Income pilot scheme in the first 6 months since it was launched.
Women Connect First invitation to their International Women’s Day event
Women Connect First annual International Women’s Day event taking place on Monday 13th March, 2023 at City Hall, Cardiff.
Sign our Young Carers Pledge
For Young Carers Action Day - Wednesday 15 March 2023 – Carers Trust are asking MPs, organisations and individuals to pledge their support for young carers and young adult carers.
Spring COVID booster programme for over 75s and most vulnerable
The Welsh Government has confirmed that a spring COVID-19 booster vaccination programme will begin on 1st April for the most vulnerable, including people over 75.
Warm Spaces – Free events at Cowbridge and Llantwit Major Libraries during March
As part of the Vale Council’s Warm Spaces initiative, funding was secured to put on free events and activities at Cowbridge and Llantwit Major Libraries. Libraries have always been warm, welcoming spaces with access to free Wi-Fi, computers, study areas, books, and other resources and so are ideally placed to offer a Warm Space to the residents of the Vale.
The Knap Art Group - learn to draw and paint
The Knap Art Group has a mix of students from total beginners, to those who have enjoyed painting for a few years. We have a course structure that covers a range of topics to keep you inspired, although it is always flexible depending on each students need and abilities. We aim to create an uplifting atmosphere of learning focused on well- being and fun! All welcome.
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon Miss Indu Deglurkar recognised for her outstanding surgical outcomes
We are delighted that Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon Miss Indu Deglurkar has been recognised for her outstanding surgical outcomes.
Views sought on a new review process following a person’s harm or death
A public consultation seeking views on making the review process following a person’s death easier and quicker for families has opened.
NHS Wales’ George Cross takes centre stage at St Fagans
The George Cross presented to the NHS in Wales has gone on display to the nation at the St Fagans National Museum of History.
GVS Members discounted Printing and Design Service
Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) Printing and Design Service efficiently meets the needs of member organisations. The Service is highly valued and favourably priced for the Third Sector it serves.
GVS’ Design Service extends to pull-up banners, PVC banners, magazines, leaflets, event programmes and lots more!
Llantwit Major Chamber Music Festival returns this March
On the 24th March, the Llantwit Major Chamber Music Festival returns to St Illtud’s Church for what promises to be an outstanding set of four concerts, happening over three days. The Festival was founded in 2019 by local Welsh cellist Ben Tarlton and aims to provide world class concert experiences on the community’s doorstep, showcasing some of the most remarkable and exciting classical performers in the UK music scene.
Child Poverty – We Want to Hear Your Thoughts
GVS would like to talk to parents, carers and organisations that work with children and young people. We would like to get your views on what the revised Welsh Government’s Child Poverty Strategy should include.
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board’s Shaping Our Future Wellbeing Strategy (Copy)
Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, our existing ten-year strategy, was launched back in 2015, following its development with colleagues, stakeholders and the public. In January and February 2023, we are engaging with colleagues across the organisation, as well as some of our key stakeholders, to begin the development of our refreshed strategy. We will be hosting many workshops and events to gather as much feedback as possible.