GVS News
Save the Date: A Special Celebration at GVS’ AGM
We’d love for you to join us for this year’s GVS Annual General Meeting – it’s going to be extra special! The AGM is on Friday 7th November 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at CF61 Centre, Station Road, Llantwit Major CF61 1ST. Read More
We need you! Nomination to GVS Board of Trustees
If you are a member of GVS your organisation is entitled to nominate a candidate for election to our Board of Trustees. As stated in our governing document, at least two-thirds of the Board members are to be nominated by the GVS membership. The remainder will be recruited via open competition. Read More
Have you received a good (or bad) service from Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) over the last year? Read More
GVS Big Volunteering Fayre 28th January 2026
We are hosting the Big Volunteering Fayre at the Memo Arts Centre, Barry on 28th January 2026. This is a great opportunity for you to promote your opportunities and recruit volunteers to support your organisation. Read More
GVS Launches New Training Programme for Local Third Sector and Partner Organisations
GVS is delighted to announce a new series of training courses designed to empower local third sector and partner organisations. Our programme offers practical skills to help you boost efficiency, enhance impact, and ensure best practices. Read More
GVS Chief Executive Vacancy – Shape the Future of the Voluntary Sector
Are you ready to lead a thriving organisation and make a lasting impact in the Vale of Glamorgan? Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is looking for a new Chief Executive to build on a remarkable legacy and guide the charity into its next era. Read More
Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network
The Vale Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Network aims to bring together Third Sector organisations (local, regional and national) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan who have an interest in health and social care. The Network’s membership is also open to statutory partners. Read More
The Carers’ Support & Information Network Group (CSING) is a multi-agency group which used to meet to share information and highlight issues about health and social care services for carers. The network focuses on Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan. GVS wishes to revitalise and renew this network. Read More
GVS Grant Schemes
Do you need funding for a youth volunteering project or activity?
Glamorgan Voluntary Services are delighted to announce that applications are now open for 2025/26 Youth Led Volunteering Grant Fund. The Fund is a grant for youth volunteering projects and activities that take place in the Vale of Glamorgan. The Panel will be awarding grants of up to £1,500. Read More
Voluntary Sector news
The Health and Social Care We Want
Too few people know their rights, what they can reasonably expect from services, or how they can play their own part in staying well and that is why Llais is leading The Health and Social Care We Want: a national conversation about creating clearer, fairer, and more person-centred services. Read More
Out and About 50+ Project – Referral Information
Age Connects Cardiff & Vale is launching a new 5-week support programme aimed at helping older adults in the Vale of Glamorgan regain confidence, improve mobility, and reconnect with their communities. Read More
Get sector insights to support your decision making
WCVA is really excited about the upcoming launch of Baromedr Cymru, a rolling data source that will give us an up-to-date picture of what’s really happening across the voluntary sector in Wales. Read More
Support groups for people with communication disability seeking new members and volunteers
Say Aphasia, a communication disability charity, which offers free support groups for people with aphasia and other communication difficulties caused by brain injury are looking for new group members and volunteers. Read More
Bowel Cancer UK is delighted to share that their bowel cancer signs and symptoms Z-cards are now available in Polish, Romanian, and Punjabi, alongside English and Welsh — with more languages planned in the near future. Read More
Led by qualified Occupational Therapists, our friendly and welcoming groups are designed to boost wellbeing, confidence, and connection. Whether you want to try new activities, rediscover old hobbies, or simply meet new people in a supportive environment, CwmpasOT offers something for everyone. Come along, share a laugh, and enjoy meaningful activities that make a real difference. Read More
Penarth Ageing Well Club Moves to New Venue
The Penarth Ageing Well Club (PAWC) is excited to announce a new location for its weekly meetings. Read More
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board news
In the Spotlight – Jacob Parkinson
In the Spotlight this month is Jacob Parkinson, a Local Counter Fraud Specialist for the Health Board. His role focuses on safeguarding NHS resources, supporting staff in preventing fraud, and helping ensure public funds are used responsibly. Read More
Health & Wellbeing news
Public Health Wales modelling predicts an 11 per cent increase in cancer cases over the next decade
New modelling from Public Health Wales projects that there will be around 24,000 new cancer cases* in Wales identified in 2035, a projected increase of 11 per cent from 2025. Read More
Welsh Government news
Former children’s commissioner to chair Wales-wide assessment of maternity and neonatal services
Former children’s commissioner Sally Holland will chair the independent assessment of all maternity and neonatal services in Wales. Read More
