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Knowledge Hub can give your group the tools you need
08Aug

Knowledge Hub can give your group the tools you need

The Knowledge Hub, a free online resource for voluntary organisations in Wales, has been updated with more information than ever.

New programme to inspire the next generation of leaders in Wales receives funding
24Jul

New programme to inspire the next generation of leaders in Wales receives funding

Funding has been secured from the National Lottery Community Fund Wales to deliver a new leadership development programme for social leaders in Wales.

Creating the perfect nomination for TCVA
13Jun

Creating the perfect nomination for TCVA

Nomination applications need to tell the nominee’s story in a compelling way, to help the judges understand why the person stands out. The judges need to know about your nominee, their volunteer activities, and how they benefit the community.

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards return for 2023
01Jun

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards return for 2023

If you’ve wanted to shout about the amazing qualities of someone who shows remarkable selflessness, devotion, and service to the community? Now is the time!

Opening Doors Connecting Torfaen June Forum
25May

Opening Doors Connecting Torfaen June Forum

Join us on 29th June at Ponthir Village Hall

Volunteer with Guide Dogs
05Jan

Volunteer with Guide Dogs

We are in need for Fosterers and Puppy Raisers in the Torfaen area this year.

Manage financial difficulties in your charity arising from cost-of-living pressures
05Jan

Manage financial difficulties in your charity arising from cost-of-living pressures

The Charity Commission has published guidance on what trustees of charities facing difficulties related to the cost-of-living crisis should consider

Amser – Short Breaks Funding Programme
28Dec

Amser – Short Breaks Funding Programme

Carers Trust Wales is delighted to announce that it will be the National Coordinating body of Amser, the Short Breaks funding programme.

Carols from the Yard
20Dec

Carols from the Yard

Season’s Greetings and best wishes for the New Year from Staff & Trustees at Torfaen Voluntary Alliance (TVA).

Toughest ever winter for Health and Social Care
20Dec

Toughest ever winter for Health and Social Care

A joint Statement from the Gwent Regional Partnership Board (which includes Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, as well as Newport, Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen and Monmouthshire councils) and the Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust

Updates from across Torfaen December 2022
16Dec

Updates from across Torfaen December 2022

So here it is, Merry Christmas, as Noddy Holder once sang.

It’s the final ebulletin of the year with all the updates from across Torfaen.

#TrusteesWeek Trustee of the Year – Tracey Blockwell
21Nov

#TrusteesWeek Trustee of the Year – Tracey Blockwell

At the recent Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards, the Trustee of the Year was Tracey Blockwell, from Torfaen Access Forum.

#TrusteesWeek Paul Stephens Zion Hill Community Hall
10Nov

#TrusteesWeek Paul Stephens Zion Hill Community Hall

Trustees’ week is an annual event to showcase the great work you do and provide opportunities for everyone to get involved and make a difference.

Selfless acts of Torfaen recognised at 2022 Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards
10Nov

Selfless acts of Torfaen recognised at 2022 Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards

In front of over 200 guests, the Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards, in partnership with Torfaen Voluntary Alliance, Coleg Gwent, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Bron Afon Community Housing and Melin Homes took place on Friday, 21 October 2022 at the Parkway Hotel & Spa.

#TrusteesWeek Dave Williams Blaen Bran Community Woodland
09Nov

#TrusteesWeek Dave Williams Blaen Bran Community Woodland

Trustees’ week is an annual event to showcase the great work you do and provide opportunities for everyone to get involved and make a difference.

#TrusteesWeek What kind of skills have you got as a Trustee?
09Nov

#TrusteesWeek What kind of skills have you got as a Trustee?

Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight opportunities for people from all walks of life to get involved and make a difference.

#TrusteesWeek Zion Hill Community Centre
08Nov

#TrusteesWeek Zion Hill Community Centre

During Trustee’s Week we wanted to shine a light on, not only those who run organisations across Torfaen, but also some of the organisations we’ve helped with Governance.

#TrusteesWeek Celebrating Trustees across the UK and Torfaen
07Nov

#TrusteesWeek Celebrating Trustees across the UK and Torfaen

Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do.

#TorfaenSaysThanks Photos
04Nov

#TorfaenSaysThanks Photos

Photos from the Torfaen Community & Volunteer Awards 2022 are now live on our Facebook page.

Advocacy Awareness Week #AAW22
03Nov

Advocacy Awareness Week #AAW22

Advocacy Awareness Week is an opportunity to celebrate great advocacy and share stories about the power and impact advocacy can have in upholding people’s rights.

The values and value of volunteering – our hidden asset
27Oct

The values and value of volunteering – our hidden asset

A paper written for and published by the Bevan Commission will be launched in November.

What’s happening for Trustees’ Week
25Oct

What’s happening for Trustees’ Week

Trustees’ Week 7 – 11 November 2022 is just around the corner and to celebrate we have an exciting programme of events which offers something for every kind of trustee

#TorfaenSaysThanks Finalists Announcement
07Oct

#TorfaenSaysThanks Finalists Announcement

The Torfaen Community & Volunteer Awards 2022 are happening on October 21st at The Parkway Hotel & Spa.

Each of the 12 categories are supported by local businesses or organisations, and on this video, you’ll hear more about the reasons to why they’ve sponsored the TCVAs.

World Heritage Ambassadors work continues
06Sep

World Heritage Ambassadors work continues

This summer, The Hwb Torfaen, has been awarded almost £49,772 from WCVA to develop their youth volunteering programmes which will support 120 volunteers gain qualifications, life experiences and gain the investing in volunteers mark.

Charity Commission clarifies bullying and harassment roles and responsibilities
30Aug

Charity Commission clarifies bullying and harassment roles and responsibilities

The Charity Commission has clarified respective responsibilities in preventing and responding to incidents of bullying and harassment in charities.

Groups in Torfaen part of £1.8m in grants from National Lottery
26Aug

Groups in Torfaen part of £1.8m in grants from National Lottery

The National Lottery Community Fund in Wales is announcing over £1.8m in grants to 56 groups across Wales, including helping babies and toddlers in Blaenau Gwent and improving wellbeing by learning traditional crafts in Carmarthenshire: Rassau Resource Community Centre CIC – a grant to provide active babies and toddlers groups. John Burns Foundation – a… Continue reading Groups in Torfaen part of £1.8m in grants from National Lottery

Charities to be recognised for their vital contributions to Wales over the last two years
08Aug

Charities to be recognised for their vital contributions to Wales over the last two years

The Welsh Charity Awards aims to highlight the amazing work of charities and other non-profits groups and allow people all over Wales to show their appreciation.   Since the last Welsh Charity Awards in 2019, the voluntary sector has shown just how essential it is to Wales. In the face of multiple crises affecting society,… Continue reading Charities to be recognised for their vital contributions to Wales over the last two years

Torfaen Ukraine Support

We’ve been collating some of the support available for Ukraine across Torfaen.

This list will be updated on a regular basis, and we’ve added a form below if you wish to add your organisations information or update the information we have.

Torfaen Ukraine Support Collation

We’re collating updated information on the support available across Torfaen with regard the Ukraine crisis.

We’d be grateful if you could submit information to what your organisation is doing at this time.

Charity Commission – Update on holding remote meetings
06Apr

Charity Commission – Update on holding remote meetings

Since April 2020 charities have been able to hold meetings by telephone or online, even if their governing document does not allow this. This flexibility enabled many charities to continue to operate during lockdowns. The Charity Commission has updated its coronavirus guidance, including changes to the guidance on holding remote meetings However, now that most restrictions… Continue reading Charity Commission – Update on holding remote meetings

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021
12Jan

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021

More than 170 people came together on Saturday 2nd October to celebrate the first ever Torfaen Community & Volunteer Awards at Pontypool Active Living Centre.

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021 – Video MirrorBooth
21Dec

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021 – Video MirrorBooth

More than 170 people came together on Saturday 2nd October to celebrate the first ever Torfaen Community & Volunteer Awards at Pontypool Active Living Centre.

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021 – Mirror Booth Photos!
20Dec

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021 – Mirror Booth Photos!

More than 170 people came together on Saturday 2nd October to celebrate the first ever Torfaen Community & Volunteer Awards at Pontypool Active Living Centre.

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021 – Celebrating the outstanding achievements of the last year
11Oct

Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards 2021 – Celebrating the outstanding achievements of the last year

More than 170 people came together on Saturday 2nd October to celebrate the first ever Torfaen Community & Volunteer Awards at Pontypool Active Living Centre.

Volunteers celebrated for going above and beyond in pandemic
28Sep

Volunteers celebrated for going above and beyond in pandemic

Preparations are well underway for this year’s Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards.

Taking place on 2 October 2021 at Pontypool Active Living Centre, the event will recognise the voluntary contributions made by groups, individuals and businesses across the county borough during the pandemic.

Transport to Health Project Awards Its First Grants
21Sep

Transport to Health Project Awards Its First Grants

Transport to Health in Aneurin Bevan Grant Fund The Transport to Health project has been set up to support community transport across the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board area (Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, South Powys and Torfaen). Over £11,000 given to help residents in Torfaen and Powys get transport to vital health appointments The ABUHB… Continue reading Transport to Health Project Awards Its First Grants