Come and Join the REALLY BIG Listening Project Zoomathon We are now contacting all groups, those that have been active through Covid-19 and those who have not as part of the REALLY BIG Listening project and holding three open community and voluntary sector Zoom meetings to share what has worked well during C19, what are the challenges going forward, and […]

As part of Learning Disability Week next week (15-21st June 2020), the Our Voice Matters project is facilitating an online Q&A conversation via zoom between people with learning disabilities and professionals. The aim of this conversation is to explore the experiences of life in lockdown for people with learning disabilities and the things they feel need to change to improve […]

Carers Trust Wales – We are promoting our survey for young carers  and young adult carers aged 12-25. We’re calling on all young carers and young adult carers to take a survey on how they’ve been affected by Coronavirus. Take the survey in English 👉 https://tinyurl.com/ybtevjss Take the survey in Welsh 👉 https://tinyurl.com/yalavd83 Many thanks and best wishes

Measuring the Mountain recruiting Jurors – closing date July 1st Measuring the Mountain will be hosting its second Citizens’ Jury this autumn as a virtual event.  We are recruiting for Jurors to participate in this exciting activity that will look at a key aspect of care and support services and being a carer. Jurors will be presented with information in […]

We recognise that the Coronavirus pandemic can be a difficult and stressful time for individuals and families and we would like to hear from you about how Coronavirus / Covid-19 has affected you or your family members’ Mental Health and Wellbeing. The survey should take no more than 5 minutes and is anonymous. However we will be looking to share […]

 “FNF Both Parents Matter Cymru” is a Welsh charity which help parents and grandparents who are being prevented from having a relationship with children they care about. We offer emotional and practical support and advice.  This can include a buddy service offering someone to talk to as well as opportunities to socialise with others in the same situation to share […]

Dear Member We are all trying to support each other at this difficult time and understand the impossible challenges you are facing.  Interlink is currently contacting all community organisations and working with partners to offer a range of advice and support to support our local communities during the Covid-19 crisis. If you wish to contact Interlink, please get in touch […]

Measuring the Mountain – now recruiting for Citizens’ Jury 2020! MtM will host its second Citizens’ Jury at Cardiff City Stadium, from May 18th to May 22nd 2020 and we are looking for people to take part as Jurors. As a Juror you will work with 12 to 15 other participants to answer a question that we will set you […]

Citizen Powered Communities We held an inspirational Citizen Powered Communities Conference on the 13th November. The presentations were exceptional and what we heard – people and communities taking action – is at the centre of citizen powered communities. There really is no place like RCT – people and communities getting out there and  doing things that matter and make a […]

A more equal Wales: strengthening social partnership white paper https://gov.wales/more-equal-wales-strengthening-social-partnership-white-paper This white paper sets out proposals for a Social Partnership Bill to strengthen social partnership arrangements in Wales and provide a framework to drive greater social equality for Welsh workers across the economy. The white paper sets out to: establish a statutory social partnership council place a duty on public […]

Would you like to get involved in helping to improve patient experiences of our local healthcare services? We invite you to join a (free) community workshop being organised by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board on either Tuesday 10th December  (Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend)  or  Wednesday 11th December  (Prince Charles Hospital,  Merthyr Tydfil)  called ‘Let’s talk culture’ – Our […]

Please see the below link in respect of the SWFRS consultation:- https://twitter.com/SWFireandRescue/status/1194238801054490625 If you have any queries, please contact Sarah Handy, Graduate Scrutiny Research Officer Legal & Democratic Services, Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council 01443 424099  sarah.handy@rctcbc.gov.uk