WCVA Newsletter w/c 8th May '19

Funding latest

Have you got a project idea which will enhance the environment in your community? We are pleased to announce that the first round of 2019-20 Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme (LDTCS) is now open for applications.

£1m available for sports clubs and organisations across Wales Sport Wales, in partnership with Welsh Government, has launched a new fund, 'A Place for Sport', with up to £1m available for sports clubs and organisations across Wales.

Information and support

Digital Incorporation for CICs New online process for incorporating Community Interest Companies (CICs)

Another year, another Europe day

This Europe day it is more important than ever to shout about some of our achievements to show the real difference European funding continues to make across our communities in Wales.

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Volunteering news

Let’s celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2019 Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration of volunteers that takes place every year in June and is a perfect time to say ‘thank you’ to your volunteers.

In our sixth and final podcast from gofod3,  Uzo Iwobi, CEO of Race Council Cymru, draws on her own experience to highlight how as a sector we can address racism.

Training and Events

Conference to explore sector's role in health and social care The Third Sector's Role in Delivering Wales' Long-Term Plan for Health and Social Care - A Healthier Wales. 23 May, Cardiff

Time management for the third sector This course will equip you with the tools and techniques for getting the most out of your time 14 May 2019, Cardiff

Community Asset Transfer- What you need to know UK’s leading property advice charity the Ethical Property Foundation is delighted to offer this free property workshop for non-profit organisations in partnership with WCVA. 21 May, Wrexham

Using the volunteering digital platform webinar Learn how to use the Volunteering Wales website. 15 May 2019, 14:00-15:00

Marketing your services Sell yourself! Learn how to develop your marketing and communicate the value of your organisation. 16 May 2019, Merthyr Tydfil

Policy and projects

Assembly declares a climate emergency 38 Assembly Members, versus two against and 12 abstentions, have voted for a measure declaring a climate emergency in Wales.