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We give you a brief update on State Aid in light of the upcoming end of the transition period. State

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) have announced changes to the ‘filtering rules’ for DBS checks. From Saturday 28 November

The Resilience and Recovery Loan Fund (RRLF) deadline has been extended to 31 January 2021. RRLF is a £25m emergency

WCVA has published its annual report for 2019/20 – featuring stories from across the sector, statistics, and more. At times

The SUPER research group needs new members to help researchers with key aspects of their work. Health and care research

The Minister for Finance thanked the voluntary sector for its efforts during the pandemic at a recent meeting, and noted

This week is Living Wage Week, the annual celebration of the Living Wage movement. The Living Wage campaign is an

WCVA was among third sector stakeholders who have given evidence to the Equality, Local Government and Communities Committee on the

WCVA is pleased to announce that it will be part of a research project comparing the volunteering response to Covid-19

Since 2014, annual #iwill Weeks have brought together thousands of individuals and organisations to champion young people as leaders of

Organisations and young people across the UK are getting ready to celebrate annual #iwillWeek, this year in the form of

Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight opportunities for people from

At WCVA we offer a wide range of benefits and flexible employment that makes a difference. WCVA currently has four

Knowledge Hub gives voluntary organisations in Wales easy access to a range of online information, networking and learning. Third Sector

The voluntary sector recently met with the Minister for the Environment, Lesley Griffiths, to discuss the green recovery from Covid-19,

We’re gathering your thoughts on the 2021-22 draft Budget, and more. The Finance Committee has launched its consultation on Welsh

Following the collection of evidence, the Welsh Affairs Committee’s ‘Wales and the Shared Prosperity Fund’ inquiry has now been published.

WCVA is pleased to be running this new scheme with Welsh Government and Credit Unions of Wales. If Covid-19 has

Next week WCVA in partnership with the Charity Retail Association will be sharing stories from charity shop volunteers to attract

It’s nearly time for Trustees’ Week, the annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight opportunities

Welsh charity leaders are being encouraged to take part in this survey ahead of the launch of the scheme. Business

We are looking for community organisations who want to support people in their communities to shape their future. We are

The delivery and compliance group is made up of cross sector representatives involved in the delivery of European Social Fund

Our AGM and annual lecture will take place online in November, featuring fantastic guest speakers, networking opportunities, and this year’s

The St David Awards are the national awards of Wales and recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of people from

Get your team in-step for recovery by joining this webinar from communications experts Housebrands. Trying to navigate a path through

Investing in Volunteers (IiV) Essentials is a new free tool to help ensure that volunteers have the best possible experience.

Supporting voluntary fundraising regulation by registering with the Fundraising Regulator means Welsh charities can increase public trust in fundraising and

The Resilience and Recovery Loan Fund (RRLF) will close to new applications on 30 September. RRLF is a £25m emergency

UK Parliament has launched a range of online workshops to help Welsh organisations understand how the Houses of Commons and

The Charity Commission has launched a new version of its public register of charities. The revised register aims to increase

Do you work with people who need to be heard in next year’s election? The Electoral Reform Society Cymru are

We present options for trustees around AGMs during the pandemic. The question of how and when to hold an AGM

The steering group responsible for the Charity Governance Code (the Code), which promotes good governance practice for charities of all

A new fund from Welsh Government and administered by WCVA will focus on reducing the inequality resulting from the pandemic.

2020 has been a turbulent year for everyone, the voluntary sector included, and many have had to endure a number

For members of diverse communities based in North Cardiff, the Community Care and Wellbeing service (CCAWS) is a lifeline, offering

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is launching a Civil Solidarity Prize, a one-off award with the specific theme

Getting on Board campaign to improve trustee diversity The charity Getting on Board has published a report and call to

The Governance Institute (ICSA) has published new guidance on re-opening for charity trustees. Many trustees are currently considering how to

The European Solidarity Corps, a programme run by the Erasmus+ UK National Agency, is all about helping organisations and young

In response to the current Coronavirus crisis, WCVA ran a series of events entitled ‘Preparing for Different Futures’, which explored

In response to the current Coronavirus crisis, WCVA ran a series of events entitled ‘Preparing for Different Futures’, which explored

WCVA is inviting voluntary heritage organisations in Wales to apply for dedicated development support from our Catalyst Cymru: Resilient Heritage

With help from the Voluntary Services Emergency Fund, the Centre for African Entrepreneurship (CAE) has been providing Swansea’s BAME community

The level of public trust in charities in England and Wales has improved, according to research from the Charity Commission.

In response to the current Coronavirus crisis, WCVA ran a series of events entitled ‘Preparing for Different Futures’, which explored

Bridgend Carers Centre (BCC) exists to support unpaid carers in Bridgend. Since the coronavirus pandemic, they’ve had to adapt and

In response to the current Coronavirus crisis, WCVA has been running a series of events entitled ‘Preparing for Different Futures’,

Project Hope is a project by young people for young people. Started by 21-year old Naomi Lea just a couple

Age Cymru is to launch the Friend In Need service to help tackle loneliness and isolation amongst the over 70s

This Volunteers’ Week we turn our attention to the volunteers that have shown the most amazing expressions of support at

30 May – 7 June 2020 Gardens, large and small are fantastic places for all kinds of plants and animals.

Cardiff’s Coronavirus Relief Project has marked Ramadan by rallying a fantastic community response, sending out 500 food parcels and collecting

The Welsh Language Commissioner’s office is offering free translations under 1000 words to voluntary organisations during the coronavirus pandemic. During

Thank you to the thousands of volunteers that have given their time over the last twelve months to causes they

14 voluntary organisations working on the frontline in the battle against coronavirus have received funding in the first round of

A new round of Active Inclusion funding is being launched to help organisations in the struggle against coronavirus – with

As inquiries into the impact of Covid-19 have begun to emerge, we’re piloting a couple of new online engagement tools

Generous citizens across Wales have been more than willing to give up their time for others – we share some

On Monday, the Welsh Government announced £24 million for the voluntary sector. Two funds managed by WCVA will support volunteering

The Governance Institute, ICSA, has produced a free guidance note on good practice for virtual board and committee meetings. This

The Welsh Government is currently consulting on a framework for regional investment for Wales. The proposal can be found here

Welsh Government will provide new funding for voluntary organisations, both at the forefront of the Coronavirus support efforts, and for

The Charity Commission has updated its COVID-19 guidance to include information for charities considering whether they need to change their

Many voluntary organisations may need to furlough employees and use the UK Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. The scheme has

Jane Hutt, the Deputy Minister and Chief Whip, today gave thanks to the brilliant, kind people from all backgrounds throughout

Alongside the NHS and other emergency services carrying out vital roles during this crisis there are also charities, community groups,

We find ourselves in an unprecedented situation for the UK in modern times, as communities, voluntary organisations and funders navigate

In a meeting with the voluntary sector, the Minister for Housing and Local Government expressed support for the sector and

The coronavirus pandemic has raised serious issues for trustees of all charities, meaning that risk management and effective decision-making are

Last updated 18 March 2020 Added Coronavirus and governance: what trustees need to think about (English only) Added All schools in Wales

Volunteers in Cardiff, the Vale and Newport are helping people to live independently by support them to declutter their homes. 

We are offering emergency fast-track loans to voluntary sector organisations in Wales to help see them through the effects of

gofod3 2020 will be postponed indefinitely due to further developments and growing concerns around large events. Following further developments and

Our stance on the continuing public health developments As part of the ongoing response to the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19),

Do you want to have your say on the future of regional investment in Wales? The launch (28 February 2020)

Full time, 35 hours pw £22,182 increasing to £23,632 per annum following successful completion of a six- month probationary period.

ProMo-Cymru and WCVA are looking into what needs and skills the third sector in Wales has in relation to working

Could your community benefit more from the natural environment? Or do you have an environmental project that needs more funds

WCVA has recently welcomed a small team of interns (Emma, Iris, and Jennifer), to embark on improving the uptake of

We’re planning to respond to consultations on hospital discharge processes, and the circular economy – and we want your views.

Road Safety Trust Grants of up to £200,000 are available for projects that focus on engineering, infrastructure and technological measures

The voluntary sector Finance network met recently with the Minister for Finance to discuss a range of subjects, from short-term

Keep Wales Tidy are launching the Local Places for Nature scheme – a brand-new initiative, funded by Welsh Government, that aims

We’re happy to announce that InUnity Short Film Festival is now accepting video submissions!   The festival is looking for

It enabled delegates to explore and engage in conversations with a wide variety of European organisations and networks, working on

The winners have been announced for the National Campaign for the Arts’ (NCA)Hearts For The Arts Awards 2020. The awards

Friday 31 of January 2020 marked the date at which the UK left the EU. Here at WCVA we run

Established in 1927, GAVO is now one of the longest-standing and largest County Voluntary Councils in Wales; committed to strengthening the

    The biggest event for the voluntary sector in Wales is back. gofod3 is the largest event of its kind in

WHY WORK AT WCVA? As an employer, Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) can offer several benefits such as a

WHY WORK AT WCVA? As an employer, Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) can offer several benefits such as a

The programme is selecting women from across Wales who wish to develop their political and public life skills and increase

On Wednesday 18 March, the day before our Gofod3 event, Procurex Wales takes place at the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff.  

  Nominations were received from across the UK for each of the four award categories: Best Arts Initiative; Best Arts

Working in partnership with Carmarthenshire County Council and local schools, 2018 was the first year of operation for this project,

Although Brexit is still very much an uncertain process, we must look forward to what will replace the current funds

A group of dedicated volunteers, all of whom have various disabilities, meet at Cardiff People First’s offices on a regular

Save the date‘The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly’ of Community Asset Transfers4, 6 and 12 February 2020 Third Sector