Events and Webinars - One Voice Wales

Join Our Webinar Events
Dear Community & Town Councils,

We are pleased to share some important updates with you all.

We have planned a series of Webinars which we welcome you to join. Each Webinar will take one of the key Cost-of-Living Crisis areas that have been highlighted as an area of need in your communities. Your input via the Cost-of-Living Survey and the feedback sessions we ran has been key in shaping these sessions to address the most important Cost of Living Challenges that your communities face.
Webinars
'Is the Cost-of-Living Crisis Over?'
Thursday 23 May 2024 10-11.30am (Past Event)
We answer this in the first of our Cost of Living Crisis Webinars. We will share some of the key statistics from Citizens Advice & the survey you responded to and welcome guests from Blaenavon Town Council & Darran Valley Community Council to share the support they have been providing to meet these ongoing challenges.
Resources from the Webinar
Cost of Living Crisis Project Team Presentation
Blaenavon Town Council Community Initiatives Presentation
Blaenavon Town Council Community Events Posters
Darran Valley Community Council Community Initiatives Presentation
'Is The Cost of Living Crisis Over' Webinar Recording

'A Guide to Community Transport'
Tuesday 18th June 2024 2.00-3.30pm - (Past Event)
Join us for a journey into the world of Community Transport with speakers from the Community Transport Association and Dolen Teifi Community Transport. Plus, hear inspiring case studies from councils like yours who've successfully implemented transport initiatives.
These webinars offer more than just discussions; they provide valuable knowledge and insights. Join us to explore these important topics, enhancing your council's understanding with expert advice and practical solutions.
Resources from the Webinar
Community Transport Association Presentation
Llanfair Clydogau and Cellan Community Council Presentation
'A Guide to Community Transport' Webinar Recording

'A Guide to Youth Engagement’
Monday 8th July 2024 10.00am-11.30am - (Past Event)
We will be joined by guest speaker Tom Moses from Planed, and we will also hear case studies from councils like yours who have successfully been involved in youth engagement activities and the delivery of youth services including Offa Community Council.
Resources from the Webinar
'Youth Engagement' Webinar Recording
CWBR Youth Presentation Tom Moses.pdf

'Older People's Engagement & Services'
Friday 27 September 2024 10.30am - 12.30pm - (Past Event)
Join us to explore this important topic, and to enhance your council's understanding of how Councils can support their older residents through the continuing cost-of-living crisis.

We’ll be joined by the following speakers:

Sion Wyn Evans & David McKinney from the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales, who will discuss some ideas for how councils can support older residents in their communities
Sheila Jones Community Councillor from Van Community Council will share insights on their food bank, community events with Age Cymru and Alzheimer's Society, the Cwtsh Café’s Friday meals, and an upcoming intergenerational Christmas event.
Ben Minshall Clerk from Offa Community Council will highlight their weekly benefits drop-in sessions, which helped 32 residents claim £137k.
Llandough Town Council will present the findings from several survey consultations they have undertaken with elderly residents, the findings and how they are planning to respond.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and share best practices in engaging and supporting older residents in your communities.
Resources
Webinar Recording
Older Peoples Commissioner for Wales Presentation
Older Persons Survey Llandough Community Council 2024

Councils Connect

Councils Connect – Community Transport
Friday 19th July 2024 10.30am-12.00pm - (Past Event)
As Community Transport proved to be an area of great interest for many of you, we will be exploring this topic further through a dedicated ‘Council Connect’ session.
Participants can share their experiences, challenges, and effective strategies. We hope to foster a community of support and collective problem-solving.
Join us to share experiences, discuss challenges, and gain valuable insights from fellow council members. Plus here from Councils who have successful implemented Community Transport initiatives in their communities.
Community Transport Council Connect Recording
Copy of questionnaire from Llangattock
Info on Llangattock Community Council

Councils Connect – Youth Engagement & Cost of Living Initiatives
Wednesday 11 September 1.30pm - 3.00pm - (Past Event)
Explore effective strategies for engaging young people and discover successful initiatives for younger residents provided by fellow councils. These sessions offer a valuable opportunity to connect with other councils, exchange ideas, and share best practices.
We will be joined by Sheila Jones, Community Councillor from Van Community Council, who will discuss their free youth activities, such as free summer skateboarding and playdays. Ryan Jones,Clerk of Bedlinog and Trelewis Community Council will share their Youth Club successes, collaboration with schools, and free school holiday day trips. Ben Minshall, Clerk from Offa Community Council will highlight their Youth Council achievements, while Megan Campbell, Community Development Assistant from Pembrey & Burry Port will speak about her active involvement in youth engagement.

Councils Connect – Funding, Grants and Precept setting - Online Event
Thursday 24 October 10.30am - 12.00pm - (Past Event)
Mike Theodoulou, Chair of One Voice Wales and Paul Egan, Deputy Chief Executive, will be joining us to discuss how investing in cost of living initiatives can make a positive difference in your community. We will also explore additional funding sources and hear from councils who have creatively funded their cost of living initiatives through partnerships with other local organisations.
Resources from The Councils Connect Session
Llanddulas and Rhyd Y Foel Community Council - The Link Between Funding and Social Cohesion
LLanddulas and Rhyd Y Foel Community Council - Five to Drive Project Proposal.pdf
Cowbridge Town Council Presentation
Abertillery Town Council Budget and Precept Growth Presentation.pptx
Pembrey and Burry Port Town Council Precept Communication .pdf

Emma, Angela and Vanessa
One Voice Wales: Cost of Living Crisis Team
CoLC@onevoicewales.wales