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It's My Shout is a non-profit community filmmaking scheme that offers people the opportunity to be involved in broadcast short films, regardless of their experience.

Next week, on 11th June, they'll be holding an information and casting evening at Calon Las Community Hub. This opportunity is open to all people who live in or have very strong connections to Merthyr Tydfil.

You can sign up using the following links.

Crew Register Link: https://form.jotform.com/250832914538360

Actor Register Link: https://form.jotform.com/251132576179359

 If you require any support to get involved or have any access needs, we can support you. Please get in touch.

 

Grants of up to £10,000 are now available for voluntary and community groups in Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr Tydfil to deliver creative, flexible short breaks for unpaid carers.

Application deadline: 12pm, Friday 27 June 2025

 This funding is part of the Amser Grant Scheme, which supports community and voluntary sector organisations across Wales to improve the availability and accessibility of meaningful breaks for carers.

Funded projects will enable carers to take regular time away from their caring responsibilities, alone or with the person they care for. This could include overnight stays, day trips, or shorter sessions such as weekly activities. The aim is to support the health and wellbeing of both the carer and the cared-for person, while strengthening their relationship. The scheme focuses on:

  • Increasing short break opportunities 
  • Providing flexible, personalised support 
  • Reaching carers most in need

Before applying, you must contact Interlink RCT or Voluntary Action Merthyr Tydfil, please get in touch to apply or find out more information:

Interlink RCT

Community Advice Team communityadvice@interlinkrct.org.uk 

07514 744322

Voluntary Action Merthyr Tydfil

Claire Williams

claire.williams@vamt.net

01685 353900 

Detailed information about the grant scheme can be found here.

The Urdd's Fund for All

This year we will offer 500 free summer holidays at the Urdd's summer camps for children and young people in Wales.

Specific places have been set aside funded by certain communities, but there are places left for any child or young person who is eligible. Teachers, carers or parents can make an application on behalf of a child on our website: https://www.urdd.cymru/en/support-us/cronfa-cyfle-i-bawb/gwneud-cais-ir-gronfa/

Closing date: Monday, 9 June

Advocacy Support Cymru [ASC]

have the following Job Vacancies

1.  Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA)

   

    2. Join ASC as a Trustee

  • Passionate about Mental Health? We are looking for dedicated individuals to help shape the future of our charity. For more information, scroll down to view Trustee Vacancies - General or contact/ffôn 029 2054 0444

 

    3. Next Training Courses

  • ASIST 2-day workshop – Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th June 9am-5pm (8 spaces available) Course Details
  • safeTALK – Wednesday 17th September 10am-1:30pm Course Details
  • Talking Mats – Tuesday 23rd September & Tuesday 14th October (combined) 10am-1pm Course Details (limited to 8 spaces max.)

Enquiries/bookings via training@ascymru.org.uk

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