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Call out from the Big Skill CIC - 'Pews-To-Bookshelves'

14 May 2026

News, Networking, Training & Funding

Welcome to our new members.

Social Firms Wales would like to thank you all for your continued support with our Newsletter. We will be taking a break, following this edition, to discuss the next phase of development with the team. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Jamie.

jamiehorton@socialfirmswales.co.uk

Social Business Wales

Call Out from The Big Skill CIC

Pews-To-Bookshelves, hosted by Cwmparc Parc Chapel and funded by Pen y Cymoedd Community Fund, is a carpentry skills course for up to thirty people.

The purpose is to recycle the pitch-pine pews from the historic Parc Chapel into bookshelves to be installed in the chapel hall.

They are looking for a carpenter as their current woodworker is suddenly unavailable.

Email Trevor

Cynnig Cymraeg

Congratulations to our very own Jan Barwell, who has secured our placement as an organisation with the Cynnig Cymraeg.

Lots of hard work and passion. Thank you, Jan.

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Data Protection Guidance

By 19/06/2026, organisations must have a clear and accessible process for handling data protection complaints.

Guidance

Networking

Intergenerational Employability and Careers Event

Cynefin Pamoja presents Intergenerational Employability & Careers Event.

23/05/2026 | 16:00–19:00
06/06/2026 | 16:00–19:00
26/06/2026 | 17:00–20:00

Barnabas Art House, Newport, NP20 2BB

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Value to Impact

The Social Value Conference 2026 is dedicated to closing the critical gap between "Value" — the theoretical benefit of our work on people, communities and the environment — and "Impact" — the real, tangible change that follows.

Whatever your expertise, this is your moment to learn, network and help shape the future of Social Value.

Voices from every sector are welcome, from grassroots organisations to national leaders.

Book tickets

Training

Small Changes, Big Impact – Supporting Customers and Clients with Hearing Loss
28 May 2026

This session gives a practical, honest and sometimes humorous look at how small communication changes can transform experiences for customers and clients with hearing loss.

With practical tips and relatable examples, the session builds confidence and equips participants to create more inclusive, positive experiences for all customers and clients.

Book via Eventbrite

Reasonable Workplace Adjustments

Reasonable Workplace Adjustment Ideas for Neurodivergent People

21/05/2026 | 1:00–2:30 | Online

Book a free place

Funding

Find out more about current funding opportunities and support.

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