CWVYS

CWVYS ALW Trustee Training in a Youth Work Setting
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:30 (Europe/London)
In Partnership with CWVYS, Adult Learning Wales will be offering the opportunity to participate in a non-accredited online training around the roles and responsibilities of trustees in youth work settings in Wales.
15th of January 2025 – Roles and Responsibilities of a Trustee
12th of February 2025 – Safeguarding in a Youth Work Setting
19th of March 2025 – Young People’s Participation
They will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams, running between 6pm and 7.30pm.
Info also here; Trustee Training Hyfforddiant Ymddiriedolwyr CWVYS ALW
To join please email youthwork@adultlearning.wales

CWVYS All Wales Meeting
2024-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London)
This is the final CWVYS meeting of the year!
Our All Wales Meeting starts at 10am and finishes at 12:00 midday.
To RSVP, please contact Catrin via catrin@cwvys.org.uk

Employability Workshop CAE: Preparing for Job Interviews
2024-12-11 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | People Speak Up Park Street Llanelli SA15 3YE, Ffwrnes Fach, People Speak Up, Park Street, Llanelli, SA15 3YE, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:

Preparing for Job Interviews: (11th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.

What You Will Gain:

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.

For more information, contact enrique@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-in-llanelli-tickets-1058263979049?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Employability Workshops CAE: Preparing for Job Interviews
2024-12-06 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Founders & Co. Swansea 24 Wind Street Swansea SA1 1DY, Founders & Co. Swansea 24 Wind Street, Swansea, Select a State:, SA1 1DY, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:
Preparing for Job Interviews: (6th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.
What You Will Gain:
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.
For more information, contact gustavo@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-tickets-1049714443157?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Employability Workshop CAE Digital Skills / Google Drive
2024-12-04 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | People Speak Up Park Street Llanelli SA15 3YE, Ffwrnes Fach, People Speak Up, Park Street, Llanelli, SA15 3YE, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:
Digital Skills / Google Drive: (4th December) Build vital digital competencies to stay relevant and competitive, including using tools like Google Drive and other online resources.
Preparing for Job Interviews: (11th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.
What You Will Gain:
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.
For more information, contact enrique@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-in-llanelli-tickets-1058263979049?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Employability Workshops CAE Creating CVs & Cover Letters
2024-11-29 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | People Speak Up Park Street Llanelli SA15 3YE, Ffwrnes Fach, People Speak Up, Park Street, Llanelli, SA15 3YE, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:
Creating CVs & Cover Letters: (29th November) Master the art of crafting compelling CVs and cover letters that stand out to employers.
Digital Skills / Google Drive: (4th December) Build vital digital competencies to stay relevant and competitive, including using tools like Google Drive and other online resources.
Preparing for Job Interviews: (11th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.
What You Will Gain:
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.
For more information, contact enrique@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-in-llanelli-tickets-1058263979049?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Employability Workshops CAE: Digital Skills / Google Drive
2024-11-22 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Founders & Co. Swansea 24 Wind Street Swansea SA1 1DY, Founders & Co. Swansea 24 Wind Street, Swansea, Select a State:, SA1 1DY, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:
Digital Skills / Google Drive: (22nd November) Build vital digital competencies to stay relevant and competitive, including using tools like Google Drive and other online resources.
Preparing for Job Interviews: (6th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.
What You Will Gain:
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.
For more information, contact gustavo@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-tickets-1049714443157?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

CWVYS Regional Meeting
2024-11-22 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London), 2024-10-25 10:00 - 11:30 UTC, 2024-09-27 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
North, South West and Mid Wales
All meetings start am 10 am and finish before 11.30am
To RSVP, please contact Catrin at catrin@cwvys.org.uk

EYHC Youth Justice Simulation
2024-11-21 10:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London)
November 21st at Bangor University’s Reichel Hall, 10:00am-3pm

This experiential learning session will put every participant ‘in the shoes’ of a young person engaging with our systems that aims to address the needs of children and young people. Using integrative teaching and simulations developed in collaboration with young people with lived experience, we will explore what it is like to be a young person moving through various services and systems, including education, foster care, youth justice, homelessness, and more.
As a result of EYHC’s international partnerships and networks, we were privileged to be the first European country to host the simulation, back in May 2022, with approximately 50 participants experiencing the transformative power of the simulation. We then honoured later on in 2022 to be the first country in the world to have taken part in accredited ‘Youth Experiential Learning Simulation’ training, so that we are able to independently and sustainability perform the simulation training, running the simulation again in 2022 for over 100 participants. Being trained as YExLS Leaders, enables us to ensure that a far larger number of professionals are able to experience the simulation than previously would have been possible.
We are therefore very excited to invite you to the second Youth Justice Simulation of 2024, on November 21st, at Bangor University’s Reichel Hall. Please arrive from 10:00am for a 10:30am start. The training will run until 3pm, with a break included, and lunch is provided.
Due to venue restrictions, this is a limited number event, so please only register if you’re planning on attending. Please register your attendance below:
https://buytickets.at/endyouthhomelessnesscymru/1373758
To enable as many departments/organisations to attend as possible we would really appreciate teams operating to a maximum 5 person per team limit.

CWVYS Regional Meeting
2024-11-21 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London), 2024-10-24 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
Central South and South East Wales
All meetings start am 10 am and finish before 11.30am
To RSVP, please contact Catrin at catrin@cwvys.org.uk

EYST Right to Education Learning Seminar
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London)
Right to Education Learning Seminar (online)
Wednesday 20th November 10-12
Brought to you by EYST Wales, we are delighted to invite you to our first learning seminar as part of the Right to Education (R2E) project. Right to Education is an all-Wales specialist support and advocacy service for ethnic minority young people and their families experiencing disputes with schools, including school exclusions.
What is a learning seminar?
The learning seminar aims to equip those supporting and advocating for young people and families – in professional and community settings – with the knowledge and skills to mitigate and support those experiencing school exclusions. The interactive session will provide straightforward information to support you in your knowledge around school exclusions.
The learning seminar will particularly benefit those supporting and advocating for young people and families, of all backgrounds, either in a personal capacity (through parent and community networks) or professionally (youth workers, family support workers etc.)
What will I gain from attending?
Using real-life scenarios, Amira Assami and Jami Abramson will support attendees with:

Understanding the basics – what does a school exclusion look like, what are the processes and guidance in place, what to do when things don’t feel/look right.
Demystifying jargon around school exclusions, equipping you with the confidence to challenge schools and headteachers.
‘Spot the signs’ of young people on the road to school exclusion, offering preventative advice.
Recognising the benefits of multi-agency working and referrals when supporting young people through school exclusions processes.
The opportunity to share knowledge with your colleagues and peers, hopefully to widen knowledge about this sometimes less understood issue when supporting young people and families.

Join us to learn and share knowledge and insights around school exclusions to ensure all the young people we support have access to their rights.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlcuiprzMtHNYJuqNc5XgGh1hmRczntkBG
Any questions in the meantime, please contact Amira amira@eyst.org.uk or Jami jami@eyst.org.uk
We look forward to meeting you!

Brook: Safeguarding: Developing Professional Curiosity
2024-11-18 11:00 - 12:30 (Europe/London)
Brook: Safeguarding: Developing Professional Curiosity
For 60 years, safeguarding has been at the very heart of Brook’s work. Join us this Safeguarding Adults Week for a panel discussion all about developing professional curiosity.
As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations we’re putting on a fantastic schedule of events and activities, designed to celebrate the vibrancy and importance of the sexual and reproductive health sector. We want to convene the sector and experts at a pivotal time – not just for Brook – but for society as a whole.
Follow our socials to keep up-to-date with more events like this.
Register here; Safeguarding: Developing Professional Curiosity Tickets, Mon, Nov 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite

NYAS Cymru: Parent Advocacy Event
2024-11-14 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London)
NYAS Cymru Parent Advocacy Event

Thursday 14th November 2024: 10:00am – 1:00pm: Senedd, Cardiff Bay
Our Parent Advocacy team welcomes you to our event on Thursday 14th November 2024! We hope to bring you a fantastic morning of guest speakers who will be presenting how they are working collaboratively with Parent Advocacy to drive change to the families we are working with. Parent advocacy spans across PAN Gwent and Cardiff and the Vale, thanks to funding from Welsh Government. Some of the guest speakers will be from Welsh Government, Caerphilly Local Authority, the CASCADE team at Cardiff University, as well as our own Parent Advocacy team and parents who have accessed our service.
Please do click on the Eventbrite link to secure your place at our event and we look forward to sharing further details on our event in the coming few weeks!
Please register your interest and we look forward to welcoming you on Thursday 14th November 2024

Climate Cymru Global Climate Justice Group Online panel event
2024-11-13 14:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Online panel event the Global Climate Justice Group of Climate Cymru is organising during Wales Climate Week, focusing on climate justice.
Online Panel Event on Climate Justice 13 Nov_
13 November at 14.30 – 16.00
Chaired by Sarah Rees, Head of Oxfam Cymru we will welcome incredible speakers from the Global South:
Eleala Avanitele, Consultant for Grameen Foundation in Tuvalu
Bankole Oloruntoba, CEO of the Nigeria Climate Innovation Center
Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh, Director of the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability
To register for this event please go to:
The place of climate justice in adapting to our changing climate – Action Network

Employability Workshops CAE: Creating CVs & Cover Letters
2024-11-08 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Founders & Co. Swansea 24 Wind Street Swansea SA1 1DY, Founders & Co. Swansea 24 Wind Street, Swansea, Select a State:, SA1 1DY, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:

Creating CVs & Cover Letters: (8th November) Master the art of crafting compelling CVs and cover letters that stand out to employers.
Digital Skills / Google Drive: (22th November) Build vital digital competencies to stay relevant and competitive, including using tools like Google Drive and other online resources.
Preparing for Job Interviews: (6th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.

What You Will Gain:

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.

For more information, contact gustavo@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-tickets-1049714443157?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Employability Workshop CAE Introduction to Job Search
2024-11-06 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | People Speak Up Park Street Llanelli SA15 3YE, Ffwrnes Fach, People Speak Up, Park Street, Llanelli, SA15 3YE, United Kingdom
Unlock your potential with CAE’s Employability Workshops! Designed to empower job seekers, these workshops provide essential skills and knowledge to enhance your employability in today’s competitive job market.

Worskshops:

Introduction to Job Search: (6th November) Learn how to effectively navigate job portals and identify job opportunities that align with your skills.
Creating CVs & Cover Letters: (29th November) Master the art of crafting compelling CVs and cover letters that stand out to employers.
Digital Skills / Google Drive: (4th December) Build vital digital competencies to stay relevant and competitive, including using tools like Google Drive and other online resources.
Preparing for Job Interviews: (11th December) Develop tailored strategies and techniques to boost your confidence and performance in interviews.

What You Will Gain:

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and fellow participants to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
Personal Growth: Engage in activities that foster self-reflection, creativity, and goal-setting, ensuring you leave with a clear action plan for your career journey.

For more information, contact enrique@caentr.org
Register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/employability-workshops-in-llanelli-tickets-1058263979049?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Culture Fest Finale Spectacle Theatre
2024-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London)
Spectacle Theatre’s Culture Fest Finale will be held tomorrow night, Friday the 1st of November at 6pm, at The Factory, Porth.

This is the culmination of activities that have taken place this half-term week at the theatre.

Voices From Care Cymru Proud To Be Me 2024
2024-11-01 10:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Swansea.com Stadium, Swansea.com Stadium Plasmarl Swansea SA1 2FA, Swansea, SA1 2FA, United Kingdom
Proud To Be Me 2024 is an annual event that brings together care experienced people, decision makers, professionals and carers to celebrate successes of care experienced community, promote aspirations and break stigma.
The day is all about giving care experienced children and young people opportunities to have their say and we have a number of fun and interactive workshops in the morning giving everyone the chance to influence change for the care experienced community.
From guest speakers and a whole host of fun activities including podcasting, art, skateboarding, DJ’ing, a gaming van, a sensory room and soft play. There really is lots for everyone to enjoy.
So sign up today to avoid disappointment – please ensure that you book a ticket for each individual attending and let us know of any dietary requirements and any preferences for workshop/activities sessions (for children/young people attending).
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/proud-to-be-me-2024-tickets-952489580977?aff=oddtdtcreator
1st of November, 10 am – 3.30 pm, Liberty Stadium Plasmarl Swansea SA1 2FA
If you would like to find out more contact us via info@vfcc.org.uk

Youth Engagement Branch online engagement session
2024-10-22 15:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London)
The Welsh Government consultation paper on ‘Strengthening the legislative basis for youth work in Wales’ is expected to go live early next week (w/c 7th October).
Those details will be shared with CWVYS Members as soon as we receive them.
In addition, there will be an important opportunity for voluntary youth work organisations to obtain clarity on any aspect of the draft legislative proposals designed to strengthen the legislative basis for youth work.
You are invited to attend an online engagement session, delivered by the Youth Engagement Branch.
It is intended to act as a springboard to encourage the voluntary youth work sector to respond to the consultation, either individually or collectively, so that a wide range of views and perspectives are heard.

So, please keep your diaries free (if possible), for that meeting on 22 October, from 3pm to 4.30pm.
And register your interest in attending the session via paul@cwvys.org.uk
You will then receive the joining details by return

Working Collaboratively to Safeguard Children - Welsh Women's Aid Event
2024-10-22 12:00 - 14:30 (Europe/London)
WWA Save the Date: Tuesday, October 22nd: 12:00-14:30.

Welsh Women’s Aid (WWA) are inviting you to attend a FREE upcoming event. Please join us for an important event dedicated to prioritising the best interests of children and young people when accessing support services. This event will explore how agencies can collaborate to ensure optimal outcomes for children and their families.
Our lineup includes five expert speakers who will share their insights on key areas:

Charlotte Bowden from Child Friendly Cardiff will discuss the importance of upholding children’s rights and ensuring their voices are heard in all decisions.
Ian Laite, a consultant social worker from Cardiff Children’s Services, will focus on understanding the impact of domestic abuse on children and the importance of survivor-centred approaches.
Bethan Altman from CAFCASS Cymru will talk about new strategies and pathways developed to better listen to and support children, in response to the Harm Panel’s report.
Representatives from Thrive Women’s Aid and RASASC will also present, offering perspectives on supporting children who have experienced domestic abuse and sexual violence.

This event is essential for anyone dedicated to supporting children and young people. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, share, and collaborate.
If you’d like to attend, you can book your place using the Eventbrite link below. We look forward to seeing you!
Working Collaboratively to Safeguard Children | Tue 22 Oct 2023 at 12:00 | Eventbrite

Welsh Government Child Poverty National Conference
2024-10-14 09:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London)
Welsh Government Child Poverty National Conference
‘Maximising incomes and reducing costs to address child poverty.’
In person event
October 14, 09:30- 15:30pm
Urdd Centre, Cardiff Bay
A conference for services working with children, young people and families including early years, family support, education, health, housing, youth and community services.
Please find out more and register here Child Poverty National Conference
A range of speakers and workshops from organisations working to provide goods to low-income families and money into pockets, learning ways we can make every contact count and help families access their full financial entitlements.
Child Poverty Strategy for Wales 2024 | GOV.WALES

The second Youth Homelessness Conference
2024-10-08 09:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
The second Youth Homelessness Conference is taking place in Llandrindod Wells on 8th October.
The conference is aimed at both practitioners and strategic managers responsible for engaging young people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. These include; the Youth Work Sector, Engagement and Progression Coordinators, teaching staff, Housing and Social Care teams.
Sign up – Working Together to Address Youth Homelessness Conference 2024 – Pavilion Mid Wales (tickettailor.com)

EWC Youth Work Sector Leads Meeting
2024-10-07 14:00 - 16:00 UTC

Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls Conference
2024-10-03 08:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Thanks to funding from the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office, Cardiff University will be working with partners from the University of South Wales, Plan UK, Community Safety and the Violence Prevention Unit to host a conference in October on the theme of Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls.
Date: Thursday 3rd October
Time: 8:30 – 4pm
Venue: Temple of Peace, Cardiff
This event will be a fantastic opportunity to hear about from a range of local and national organisations about their work to prevent violence against women and girls. We will hear about current campaigns, early intervention and support, education and awareness raising, as well as the incredible work of organisations supporting victims of violence and domestic abuse.
Places are free.
If you would like to register your interest in this event, please click on this link and keep the date free in your calendar.

Dathlu'r Deg
2024-09-27 08:00 - 09:00 (Europe/London)
Please see below an invite to the Urdd Gobaith Cymru’s celebrations of their apprenticeships programme, ten years of amazing work!
The first breakfast event takes place on the 24th of September in Llandudno, and the second is in Swansea on the 27th of September, if you intend to attend, please confirm via this link TODAY (16th of September)

CWVYS Regional Meeting
2024-09-26 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London)
Central South and South East Wales
All meetings start at 10 am and finish before 11.30am, if you would like to attend please contact Catrin@CWVYS.org.uk

Climate Justice Forum 2024
2024-09-25 11:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Announcing the Launch of the Climate Justice Forum 2024! 🌍

The Centre of African Entrepreneurship is excited to officially launch the Climate Justice Forum 2024, a pivotal event bringing together leaders, activists, and community members to address the urgent need for climate justice. This year’s theme, Migrant Communities and Climate Action: Strategies for Inclusion, Adaptation, and Sustainable Futures, will focus on how climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable communities, especially migrants.
Join us as we explore innovative strategies for inclusion, community resilience, and sustainable solutions that ensure social and environmental justice for all. Together, we can shape policies and actions that create a fairer, greener future.
Stay tuned for more details, and don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this critical conversation. Let’s take action for climate justice! 🌱
Free to Attend! Secure your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-justice-forum-tickets-1013157319817
