Be vocal and help make a difference... Become a Co-opted Member on one of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council's Scrutiny Committees.

There is currently a vacancy for Voluntary Sector Co-opted representative on Corporate Support and Resources Committee. 

If you are interested in learning more about the role and responsibilities of Scrutiny Committee members, Voluntary Action Merthyr Tydfil will be holding an awareness session on 11th April 2024 at 10am at VAMT 89-90 High Street, Pontmorlais, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8UH.  To book your place contact:  karen.vowles@vamt.net

Faced with a cost-of-living crisis, increasing global instability and the climate crisis, it’s more important than ever that communities come together to decide the kind of future they want to see.

Community groups across Wales being supported by our Egin programme will share stories from the climate projects they’ve been working on, and you’ll have the chance to join discussions or hands-on workshops on topics connected to community climate action. There’ll also be plenty of time to chat with other groups who are taking steps to tackle climate change in their communities.

Entry is free and lunch will be provided.

Venue: YMa, Stryd Taff, Pontypridd, CF37 4TS (see their website for how to find it)

Date: Friday 17th May

Timing: 10am – 4pm

Register today and spread the word!

Social enterprises and non-profit organisations are set up to alleviate social challenges and to create positive social impact. The idea that social purpose organisations should take steps to measure their social impact is becoming increasingly popular, and necessary.

Money invested in a social enterprise or non-profit organisation should be used efficiently and effectively in delivering its social mission. By systematically measuring social impact, an organisation can understand how effective it is and can put steps in place to continuously improve and grow the impact it has.

Find out more about the training session and book your place here

Just a reminder that the closing date for applications is Friday 12th April, a nomination pack can be downloaded from our website at:-

https://vamt.net/en/volunteering/celebrating-volunteering/

The event is taking place on Thursday 27th June 7.30pm at Morlais Castle Golf Club and will be hosted by ITV Wales Newsreader, Andrea Byrne.

There are 5 categories:

• Young Volunteer of the Year (25 and under Award)
  • Volunteer of the Year (26 and over Award)
  • Community Group/Charity of the Year
  • Trustee Award
  • Outstanding Contribution Award

Please contact Frances Barry at frances.barry@vamt.net  for further information.