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Breaking Barriers: Welsh women lead the way in public life
Women across Wales are stepping into leadership roles and changing the face of public life, thanks to a groundbreaking mentoring programme that's just secured another three years of funding.
57 Welsh buildings set for new lease of life
A new community hub with post office and shop in Dryslwyn, significant improvements to Fairwater RFC in Cardiff, and a former primary school in Cribyn, Ceredigion, are among an additional 57 community projects sharing a new £4.8m Welsh Government funding.
Young people share their views with Minister
Children and Social Care Minister Dawn Bowden has been hearing from young people on issues that matter to them during visits in Bala and Newtown.
Pride events bringing communities together across Wales
With LGBT+ History Month underway, communities across Wales are looking forward to a season of Pride celebrations in the coming months. From small towns to cities, these events will bring people together, creating welcoming spaces where everyone can celebrate diversity, feel seen, and be themselves.
New life for community spaces across Wales
More than 450 community spaces across Wales have been saved, improved, or newly created with support from a £63m Welsh Government investment - keeping vital local venues open while helping communities create new hubs where people can come together.
£300k to revitalise St Mark’s Church for the Caia Park community
St Mark’s Church in Caia Park, Wrexham, is being transformed into a hub for sports, drama, lunch clubs, and more, thanks to £300,000 from the Welsh Government’s Community Facilities Programme.
Extra £700k to provide free essential items to more communities
The Welsh Government has announced a £700,000 investment to help Cwtch Mawr, a multibank in Swansea, expand its reach and offer free essential items to even more people in need.
£1.5m to help communities stay warm and connected
An additional £1.5m is set to be provided for warm hubs across Wales which provide a welcoming and safe space for people of all ages.
Claim what you’re entitled to with free advice and support
With an estimated £2bn of unclaimed benefits in Wales, a renewed effort is underway to make sure people get the financial support they’re entitled to and maximise their household incomes.
Safe, warm, and connected: community hubs helping communities this winter
Safe and warm hubs are providing vital support this winter, offering welcoming spaces for people to stay warm, connect with others, and access advice and services during difficult times.
£1.7m to support families and individuals facing food poverty
Families and individuals across Wales struggling with the cost of food will receive vital support this winter through £1.7m of additional funding from the Welsh Government. This funding will provide help to those most in need and back community projects working to prevent and tackle food poverty in the longer term.
Allies at the heart of change: Ending violence against women starts with men
Today, on White Ribbon Day, the Welsh Government calls on men to take a stand as allies to end violence against women and girls.