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WCVA
10th February 2026 admin

It’s Welsh Charities Week!

Join us as we shine a light on the amazing work of charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and volunteers in

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WCVA
7th February 2026 admin

Voluntary sector leaders oppose ‘earned settlement’ proposals

Leaders from across the UK have expressed deep concern over UK Government’s proposed migration policy, linking volunteering to the right

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WCVA
6th February 2026 admin

We’re hiring – Social Prescribing Digital Learning Manager

We’re seeking a creative and experienced project manager to lead a learning and development project in the field of social

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WCVA
6th February 2026 admin

Join WCVA’s support team

We’re looking for an organised, proactive and people focused individual to join our support team as a Development Team Support

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WCVA
6th February 2026 admin

Vacancy – Data Insights Analyst

We’re seeking a motivated individual, curious about all-things data, to join our team as our Data Insights Analyst. ABOUT THE

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WCVA
6th February 2026 admin

Join us – shape the future of volunteering in Wales!

WCVA is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and inspiring leader to take on the role of Head of Volunteering (Volunteering

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6th February 2026 admin

Changes affecting all companies

5 February, 2026 denise.copeland@nicva.org Last updated 5 February, 2026 The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (the Act) has

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6th February 2026 admin

NI Community sector escalates campaign as Ministers in Belfast and London urged to halt 64% funding cut

5 February, 2026 denise.copeland@nicva.org Last updated 5 February, 2026 The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (the Act) has

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WCVA
30th January 2026 admin

A simple way for employers to give back

Payroll Giving is an easy way for Welsh employers of all kinds to support good causes by allowing their staff

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WCVA
27th January 2026 admin

Play your part, change lives

Welsh Charities week shines a light on the amazing work of charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and volunteers in Wales

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27th January 2026 admin

Local charities warn Westminster MPs of devastating consequences of 64% funding cut to vital services

26 January, 2026 shauna.oneill@nicva.org Last updated 26 January, 2026 Members of the NI Affairs Select Committee at Westminster attended an

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22nd January 2026 admin

Northern Ireland to introduce statutory miscarriage leave and pay from April 2026

10 October, 2025 denise.copeland@nicva.org Last modified 28 October, 2025 The new legal requirement that all company directors must complete ID

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22nd January 2026 admin

Shortsighted Cuts Will Devastate People, Prosperity and Ambition

10 October, 2025 denise.copeland@nicva.org Last modified 28 October, 2025 The new legal requirement that all company directors must complete ID

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WCVA
17th January 2026 admin

gofod3 – book your exhibition & event space

Event and exhibition space at gofod3 is a great opportunity to connect with the voluntary sector in Wales, book your

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7th January 2026 admin

All-Party Group on Voluntary and Community Sector – 2026 Meeting Dates Confirmed

6 January, 2026 kathy.maguire@nicva.org Last updated 6 January, 2026 NICVA, as Secretariat to the All-Party Group (APG) on the Voluntary

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20th December 2025 admin

NICVA slam Christmas Shock for Northern Ireland’s Community Sector with 64% Funding Cut set to Threaten Jobs and Services

19 December, 2025 shauna.oneill@nicva.org Last updated 19 December, 2025 NICVA has branded plans by the UK Government to slash funding

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WCVA
13th December 2025 admin

Celebrating the impact of Wales and Africa partnerships

As we look back on the 2022-25 funding period of the Wales and Africa Grant Scheme, we are proud to

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WCVA
13th December 2025 admin

Make a bigger difference together

Our 2024/25 annual report tells the story of how we worked towards the ambitious goals we’ve set ourselves, and the

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WCVA
11th December 2025 admin

2025 Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary winner announced

Digital Inclusion and Innovations Manager at Innovate Trust, Ashley Bale, has been named this year’s leadership bursary winner. The Walter

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9th December 2025 admin

NICVA AGM 2025 — Reflections, Renewal and a New Strategic Direction

8 December, 2025 shauna.oneill@nicva.org Last updated 8 December, 2025 On Friday 5 December 2025, the NICVA community gathered for our

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WCVA
20th November 2025 admin

Report reveals voluntary sector health and care services save money

A report into the economic contribution of the voluntary sector has outlined its role in easing the pressure on health

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WCVA
20th November 2025 admin

Empowering communities through Green Space Volunteering

Find out how Llais y Goedwig is supporting local authorities to better engage with volunteers and volunteering through the Volunteering

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WCVA
20th November 2025 admin

Refreshed Charity Governance Code

Last month, a refreshed Charity Governance Code was published strengthening focus on behaviours and inclusion. THE CHARITY GOVERNANCE CODE Developed

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19th November 2025 admin

NICVA Launches Pivotal Report: Voluntary and Community Sector-led Approaches to Tackling Economic Inactivity

17 November, 2025 kathy.maguire@nicva.org Last updated 18 November, 2025 NICVA is pleased to today launch a new report : “Voluntary

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WCVA
18th November 2025 admin

‘The level of impact is huge’

Our new report on the Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme celebrates the inspiring efforts of communities across Wales who are

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6th November 2025 admin

Director of Policy & Insight

5 November, 2025 Lorraine.McCullough@nicva.org Last updated 5 November, 2025 Looking for a role where you can shape policy, influence decision-makers,

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5th November 2025 admin

NICVA & Economic Inactivty Coalition Brief the NI Affairs Committee on Urgent Action Needed for Local Growth Fund

3 November, 2025 kathy.maguire@nicva.org Last updated 4 November, 2025 NICVA CEO Celine Mc Stravick and members of NICVAs Economic Inactivity

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WCVA
1st November 2025 admin

Safeguarding Week 2025

Safeguarding Week takes place from 10 to 14 November 2025 – here’s a rundown on a series of events that

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Families And Young PeopleManagementSCVO
31st October 2025 admin

New Scotland director for Carers UK

Kirsten Hogg was formerly head of policy and research at the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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WCVA
29th October 2025 admin

Baromedr Cymru – first survey now open!

The first Wales-focused ‘Baromedr’ is open now, take part to access evidence to back up your funding applications and inform

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WCVA
25th October 2025 admin

Book your ticket at the 2025 Wales Ethnic Diversity Sports Awards!

The Wales Ethnic Diversity Sports Awards (WEDSA) are back for 2025, and now’s your chance to buy tickets for the

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WCVA
25th October 2025 admin

Our 2025 AGM – exclusively for WCVA members

Our AGM will take place online in November, join us to hear information on a new fund for Wales and

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22nd October 2025 admin

Northern Ireland on the Brink – 650 Jobs, 64 organisations and support for thousands of vulnerable people at risk without urgent action on Local Growth Fund

20 October, 2025 shauna.oneill@nicva.org Last updated 21 October, 2025 Charities, politicians, and community organisations across Northern Ireland are urgently ringing

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WCVA
18th October 2025 admin

Congratulations to winners of the Welsh Charity Awards 2025!

The Welsh Charity Awards winners have been announced, take a look at our amazing winners and finalists for this year.

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WCVA
15th October 2025 admin

Join WCVA’s Engagement team

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual to join WCVA as our new Communications Support Officer.  This is an

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WCVA
7th October 2025 admin

Funding to drive positive change in communities

We are pleased to announce that a new round of the Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme (LDTCS) is now open

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WCVA
3rd October 2025 admin

Gift Aid Awareness Day 2025

Gift Aid Awareness Day is back for 2025, providing an opportunity for charities to promote Gift Aid and increase the

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WCVA
3rd October 2025 admin

Last chance to apply for energy surveys

We have ten funded energy surveys as part of the Energy Efficiency scheme available, don’t miss out! SURVEY GRANTS This

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1st October 2025 admin

NICVA’s Consultation Response: Draft NI Executive Anti-Poverty Strategy

29 September, 2025 kathy.maguire@nicva.org Last updated 30 September, 2025 NICVA has submitted its response to the Department for Communities’ recent

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30th September 2025 admin

DAERA Minister Attends September Meeting of the All-Party Group on the VCS

29 September, 2025 kathy.maguire@nicva.org Last updated 29 September, 2025 Last week members of the All-Party Group on the Voluntary and

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WCVA
24th September 2025 admin

Report calls for sector involvement in hospital discharge strategy

The Senedd’s Local Government and Housing Committee has published its report into the role of local authorities in hospital discharge.

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WCVA
16th September 2025 admin

Finalists announced for Welsh Charity Awards 2025

The Welsh Charity Awards, recognise and celebrate the fantastic contribution charities, community groups, not-for-profits and volunteers make to Wales. A

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WCVA
16th September 2025 admin

Unlocking untapped potential in community sports

With support from Volunteering Wales Strategic Grants, Sported’s innovative project focused on building the capacity and impact of volunteering at

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WCVA
16th September 2025 admin

WCVA Board of Trustees Election 2025

It’s almost time for WCVA members to vote for their top four nominees to join WCVA’s board of trustees. Thank

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WCVA
13th September 2025 admin

Trustees’ Week 2025

Trustees’ Week takes place from 3 – 7 November in 2025 and we’re running a series of free events to

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WCVA
9th September 2025 admin

Join our Finance and Risk Committee

Would you relish the opportunity to give something back to the community and help make a difference to people’s lives? If

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6th September 2025 admin

Nearly 24,000 people face losing vital community services with funding on cliff edge

Nearly 24,000 people face losing vital community services with funding on cliff edge shauna.oneill@… Fri, 05/09/2025 – 09:33

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WCVA
4th September 2025 admin

Remember a Charity Week 2025

We’re joining charities and legal professionals across the UK to champion gifts in Wills this Remember A Charity Week.  This

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WCVA
4th September 2025 admin

New opportunities to join our grants team

We have new vacancies in our high-performing grants team for a Grants Support Officer and two Trainee Grants Support Officers.

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2nd September 2025 admin

Ending Poverty in Northern Ireland: A Civil Society Roadmap for Real Change

Ending Poverty in Northern Ireland: A Civil Society Roadmap for Real Change kathy.maguire@… Mon, 01/09/2025 – 13:32

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WCVA
28th August 2025 admin

Join our team at WCVA

We’re hiring two new roles for the positions of Data Insights Officer and TSSW Digital Engagement Manager. WHY WORK AT

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22nd August 2025 admin

NICVA’s #NICantWait Campaign – A Future Worth Funding

NICVA’s #NICantWait Campaign – A Future Worth Funding kathy.maguire@… Sat, 16/08/2025 – 08:28

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WCVA
20th August 2025 admin

Creating coastal co-ordinators

New grant funding will support ‘Coastal Co-ordinator’ roles in Wales, improving capacity to address marine and coastal issues at a

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13th August 2025 admin

NICVA Policy and Public Affairs Update: Summer 2025

NICVA Policy and Public Affairs Update: Summer 2025 kathy.maguire@… Mon, 11/08/2025 – 19:38

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WCVA
12th August 2025 admin

WCVA trustee elections 2025

Do you want to help make a bigger difference in Wales? Whatever your background or experience, develop your skills and

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WCVA
5th August 2025 admin

Volunteering Wales grants now open for applications

The Volunteering Wales grant scheme supports projects that create meaningful volunteering experiences, remove barriers to participation and make a lasting

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1st August 2025 admin

The Partnership Agreement: A New Chapter for Government and the Voluntary & Community Sector in Northern Ireland

The Partnership Agreement: A New Chapter for Government and the Voluntary & Community Sector in Northern Ireland kathy.maguire@… Thu, 31/07/2025

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31st July 2025 admin

General Manager Position with SECTOR MATTERS

General Manager Position with SECTOR MATTERS Lorraine.McCul… Wed, 30/07/2025 – 16:44

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31st July 2025 admin

HR Consultant position with SECTOR MATTERS

HR Consultant position with SECTOR MATTERS Lorraine.McCul… Wed, 30/07/2025 – 16:41

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WCVA
29th July 2025 admin

Last chance to nominate for WEDSA 2025!

Closing this week, the Wales Ethnic Diversity Sports Awards (WEDSA) recognise and celebrate the incredible contributions of ethnically diverse individuals

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19th July 2025 admin

Launch of NI Partnership Agreement and UK Civil Society Covenant

Launch of NI Partnership Agreement and UK Civil Society Covenant kathy.maguire@… Fri, 18/07/2025 – 13:57

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WCVA
18th July 2025 admin

The new UK Civil Society Covenant

The new UK Civil Society Covenant has been launched today, marking an opportunity to reset relationships between government and civil

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18th July 2025 admin

NICVA Welcomes New NI Partnership Agreement and UK Civil Society Covenant as Milestones for Sector Collaboration

NICVA Welcomes New NI Partnership Agreement and UK Civil Society Covenant as Milestones for Sector Collaboration jonny.currie@n… Wed, 16/07/2025 –

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WCVA
12th July 2025 admin

Counselling & support services for voluntary organisations

Platfform Wellbeing are providing wellbeing support to people working or volunteering in safeguarding in Wales, and those affected by safeguarding

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12th July 2025 admin

Student Placement Opportunity – Communications and Engagement Support (Temporary 48 weeks)

Student Placement Opportunity – Communications and Engagement Support (Temporary 48 weeks) Lorraine.McCul… Fri, 11/07/2025 – 10:03

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WCVA
11th July 2025 admin

Clean Energy Fund launched for North Wales

The Clean Energy Fund is supporting voluntary organisations in North Wales to lower carbon emissions and create innovation in clean

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WCVA
4th July 2025 admin

Introducing Wales’ new approach to volunteering

Together with a variety of volunteering stakeholders we’re excited to launch our New Approach to Volunteering for Wales. Launched today

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WCVA
3rd July 2025 admin

The Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary is back!

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to support a vital leader in the voluntary sector, giving them the capacity

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1st July 2025 admin

NICVA Joins Civil Society Groups in urging NI Executive to withdraw draft Anti-Poverty Strategy, citing it as ‘Unfit for Purpose’

NICVA Joins Civil Society Groups in urging NI Executive to withdraw draft Anti-Poverty Strategy, citing it as ‘Unfit for Purpose’

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26th June 2025 admin

Member Spotlight: The Little Forget Me Nots Trust – Compassionate Support for Bereaved Families

Member Spotlight: The Little Forget Me Nots Trust – Compassionate Support for Bereaved Families leeann.kelly@n… Fri, 20/06/2025 – 10:21

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WCVA
25th June 2025 admin

The Welsh Charity Awards nominations closing soon

Are you ready to shout about your favourite voluntary organisation or volunteer? Take part in this year’s awards and nominate

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24th June 2025 admin

Launch of Anti Poverty Strategy for NI

Launch of Anti Poverty Strategy for NI kathy.maguire@… Thu, 19/06/2025 – 10:10

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17th June 2025 admin

Joint Forum June Meeting Update – Important Milestone

Joint Forum June Meeting Update – Important Milestone kathy.maguire@… Fri, 13/06/2025 – 16:58

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17th June 2025 admin

NICVA response to the new draft SORP

NICVA response to the new draft SORP denise.copelan… Thu, 12/06/2025 – 17:17

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14th June 2025 admin

Joint Forum June Meeting Update

Joint Forum June Meeting Update kathy.maguire@… Fri, 13/06/2025 – 16:58

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13th June 2025 admin

NICVA statement on violence and community unrest in Ballymena

NICVA statement on violence and community unrest in Ballymena shauna.oneill@… Thu, 12/06/2025 – 14:19

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WCVA
12th June 2025 admin

Work for WCVA – Clean Energy Investment Manager

We’re looking for a proactive and committed individual to join the Social Investment Cymru team as a Clean Energy Investment

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12th June 2025 admin

Beyond UKSPF – Economic Inclusion and the role of the voluntary and community sector

Beyond UKSPF – Economic Inclusion and the role of the voluntary and community sector jonny.currie@n… Wed, 11/06/2025 – 12:56

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WCVA
10th June 2025 admin

Coastal Capacity Building Fund is back!

The Coastal Capacity Building Fund is supporting local projects in coastal areas in Wales and bringing together partners to tackle

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WCVA
6th June 2025 admin

Volunteering: The heartbeat of health and care in Wales

Let’s celebrate Volunteers’ Week this year by giving a massive thank you to all those who have stepped up and

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WCVA
6th June 2025 admin

Growing through volunteering

As we celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2025 and World Environment Day, we share Patsy’s story, highlighting how volunteering helps people and

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5th June 2025 admin

Project Administrator Vacancy – Community Empowerment Programme

Project Administrator Vacancy – Community Empowerment Programme susan.glass@ni… Wed, 04/06/2025 – 10:01

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WCVA
4th June 2025 admin

Young volunteers lead the way at Talyllyn Railway

Young volunteers at Talyllyn Railway have brought history back to life while gaining skills, confidence, and a strong sense of

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WCVA
4th June 2025 admin

Volunteers’ Week 2025 is here!

It’s time for Volunteers’ Week, the annual UK-wide campaign to celebrate and recognise the contributions of volunteers. It’s Volunteers’ Week

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WCVA
31st May 2025 admin

Nominations now open for WEDSA 2025!

We’re excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Wales Ethnically Diverse Sports Awards (WEDSA) 2025. The awards

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WCVA
30th May 2025 admin

Volunteering for a healthy later life – Richard’s story

Richard Green is a Site Ambassador at Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs, Cardiff. Volunteering gives him the social contact he missed

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WCVA
30th May 2025 admin

Celebrating health and social care during volunteers week

As Volunteers’ Week approaches, organisations across Wales are preparing to celebrate the contributions of volunteers in health and social care.

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30th May 2025 admin

Economy Minister attends May Meeting of the APG on the Voluntary and Community Sector

Economy Minister attends May Meeting of the APG on the Voluntary and Community Sector kathy.maguire@… Thu, 29/05/2025 – 14:20

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WCVA
29th May 2025 admin

Understanding fundraising in Wales

Discover how fundraising in Wales has changed by taking part in the only study of its kind focussing on Wales.

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23rd May 2025 admin

Fair Funding for Fairer Communities is a Conversation Worth Having 

Fair Funding for Fairer Communities is a Conversation Worth Having  jonny.currie@n… Wed, 21/05/2025 – 16:39

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WCVA
20th May 2025 admin

The Welsh Charity Awards are back

Are you ready to shout about your favourite voluntary organisation or volunteer? Take part in this year’s awards and nominate

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WCVA
20th May 2025 admin

Volunteers’ Week 2025: How to get involved

Every year, Volunteers’ Week gives us a chance to celebrate the people who give their time and energy to improve

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20th May 2025 admin

New PEACEPLUS Programme Launches to Empower Belfast Communities and Support Local Leadership

New PEACEPLUS Programme Launches to Empower Belfast Communities and Support Local Leadership shauna.oneill@… Mon, 19/05/2025 – 13:39

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WCVA
13th May 2025 admin

Navigating the new Code of Fundraising Practice

Join WCVA and the Fundraising Regulator for an essential overview of the new Code of Fundraising Practice which sets the

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WCVA
3rd May 2025 admin

Principles established for fair and consistent voluntary sector funding

The new version of the Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector is a set of principles to ensure

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2nd May 2025 admin

The Good Jobs Employment Rights Bill: It’s Here – Here’s What Happens Next

The Good Jobs Employment Rights Bill: It’s Here – Here’s What Happens Next Lorraine.McCul… Thu, 01/05/2025 – 13:16

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WCVA
29th April 2025 admin

What the health and care project has achieved and what’s coming next

WCVA’s Health and Care Project has received renewed funding for the next two years.  The Health and Care Project, funded

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WCVA
26th April 2025 admin

Volunteers in mental health services

Volunteers with lived experience of mental health are supporting mental health services at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. A one

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WCVA
26th April 2025 admin

The economic value of your organisation in health and care services

We’re looking for voluntary organisations to tell us how their work can save money by reducing the burden on the

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WCVA
25th April 2025 admin

Number of closures in the voluntary sector rising

The ongoing effects of the cost of living crisis are further stretching resources as demand for charitable services are increasing

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