Dan Do Môn -Eisteddfod Issue

The Newsletter for voluntary organisations on Anglesey

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Ynys Môn National Eisteddfod Issue Aug. 1999

MR ALUN MICHAEL –
FIRST SECRETARY
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY FOR WALES

Volunteering and the voluntary sector impacts on every a

rea of Welsh society. In this National Eisteddfod week the number and range of organisations here in Ynys Môn are just a small example of the breadth of voluntary action which takes place across Wales. The latest figures estimate that there are some 25,000 voluntary groups in Wales with over 1.9 million adults volunteering. These are very impressive figures which illustrate just how great a part the sector plays in Welsh society today.

The past two years have seen enormous changes for Wales. The National Assembly for Wales is now thoroughly established and received its full powers in July. It is a busy time which brings new and exciting opportunities for us all. As one who has worked with and alongside the voluntary sector for many years, I am particularly pleased about the opportunities that the Assembly provides for the voluntary sector. For the first time ever, the Voluntary Sector Scheme will provide a statutory framework for the way in which government in Wales and the voluntary sector work together. This is unique to Wales. It is a reflection of the importance with which the National Assembly regards the sector in Wales.The National Assembly for Wales will build upon the work already being done to improve and enhance relationships between government in Wales and the voluntary sector including the joint production of the Compact between the Government and the voluntary sector in Wales. The National Assembly has inherited the principles of the Compact. Based on these it is now working to develop its Voluntary Sector Scheme. Meanwhile, all across Wales, local authorities and others are working with the voluntary sector in their areas to develop their own local compacts. I strongly believe that it is through these local compacts - frameworks for co-operation and partnership which recognise and respect each others’ responsibilities and constraints - that we can build a new inclusive Wales in which we can work together for the benefit of all.

These have been an exciting couple of years, in which the voluntary sector has played an important part at all levels. There are many challenges and opportunities ahead for us all. I look forward to continuing to work with the innovative and vibrant voluntary sector which exists here in Wales to meet the challenges and maximise the opportunities. The opinions expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of YMVS. We reserve the right to edit for publication. This newsletter is designed and distributed by YMVS.

COUNCILLOR GORONWY O PARRY MBE
– LEADER ISLE OF ANGLESEY COUNTY COUNCIL

WELCOME TO ANGLESEY

It is a pleasure to welcome you all to Anglesey as the National Eisteddfod visits the Island.

We appreciate the contribution of groups and voluntary organisations to community life. The energy, good-will and commitment, abilities and skills of volunteers are interwoven into every element of town and village life.

Quietly and without fuss help is available for each and every situation. In the darkest night care is available; during the day advice is on hand for each and every situation.

There is ready support for statutory services and a huge contribution made to share any burden. By standing together and alleviating problems, volunteers are an essential part of our community.

Enjoy the festival, and take every opportunity to visit the care stands.

GRAHAM BENFIELD – DIRECTOR

WALES COUNCIL FOR VOLUNTARY ACTION

Every minute of every day, 365 days a year, in every community in Wales, individuals and organisations are working in and for their communities on a voluntary basis.

These freely chosen actions take many forms – self help activities, neighbourhood help, community activities, help at the local school, the charity shop, lifeboat, co-operatives - but together they form the essential basis of our society.

As it becomes more technologically possible to ignore society, it becomes more important how we relate to each other – how we include ourselves, and how we reach out to those who are excluded.

In the past political ideologies have seen voluntary action as a poor alternative to state or private sector provision, to be harnessed and controlled, or to lauded but ignored.

There is, however, at present a fresh climate, which acknowledges the role of the voluntary sector as a third partner alongside business and local government.

This is reflected in the requirement of the Assembly to set up schemes to work with these three primary partners, which should result in a seat at the table, rather than an unanswered knock at the door.

It sets a challenge to the sector.

• Can it organise itself to effectively engage?
• Can it live up to its reputation for innovation and participation?
• Does it have the capacity and skills to make a step change in its role? Can it change fast enough?
• Can it achieve a more secure and equitable distribution of resources for the third sector?

These are the questions for the next year, but now is an opportunity to take a breathing space, and celebrate our sector and culture.

NATIONAL LOTTERIES CHARITIES BOARD – WALES

Lottery Distributers Forum

Confused? Don't know who to turn to?

The National Lottery Charities Board have invited all the different Lottery Distributers to come and answer your questions about any subject you'd like to raise.

If you want to know more about applying for Lottery funding, the Millennium Festival's Small Grants, the new grant distributor New Opportunities Fund, the Arts Council's or the Sport Council's Small Grants, to the Heritage Lottery Fund's grant programmes, come to Sbardun, the voluntary sector's pavilion on the Eisteddfod field on Thursday 5 August, at one o'clock.

Jac y Jwc wishes the Charities Board happy birthday.

The Charities Board is celebrating its fifth birthday in Sbardun, the Voluntary Sector pavilion near the main Eisteddfod pavilion.

We will be announcing our latest grant announcements, and also having a birthday party. We would like to invite the children on the Eisteddfod site to celebrate with us - there will be cake, and a very special guest, Jac y Jwc.

Come and celebrate with the Charities Board and Jac y Jwc, at 4:15pm in the Sbardun centre, near the main Eisteddfod pavilion.

SBARDUN PAVILION

Come to the Sbardun Pavilion to meet the following organisations:

• Agoriad
• Anheddau Cyf
• Ynys Môn Volunteer Bureau
• National Lotteries Charities Board
• North Wales Resource Centre for the Disabled
• Citizens Advice Bureau
• Cartrefi Cymru
• CCETSW/TOPSS Cymru
• Voluntary Arts Wales
• Chwarae Teg
• Credit Unit
• Cruse Bereavement Care
• CSV-RSVP yng Nghymru
• Cyfeillion Ellis Wynne
• British Diabetic Association – Wales
• National Foster Care Association
• Wales Council for the Deaf
• Wales Council for Voluntary Action
• Disablement Income Welfare Rights
• Wales Rural Forum
• Ynys Môn Voluntary Services
• Jigso
• Mantell Gwynedd
• Pre School Playgroups Association
• RNID
• SCOPE Cwmpas Wales
• Women’s Institute
• Soroptomists
• University of the Third Age
• British Red Cross - Wales

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Ynys Môn Voluntary Services

Supports, strengthens and develops voluntary and community groups on the Island by providing advice, information and resources.

• Assistance in establishing new organisations
• Charity registration
• We can help you gain funding
• Provide training workshops
• Practical services such as administrative support, photocopying, assistance with publicity and much more
• Advice & assistance in completing forms and applications
• General accounting matters
• Regular newsletters to keep you informed
• Help with the development of new projects
• Assistance with the preparation of business plans

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Ynys Môn Voluntary Services

THE STAFF

PRINCIPAL OFFICER
John R Jones

ADMINISTRATOR
Wendy Flynn

RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Mari C Jones

INFORMATION DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Tony Owen

IEUAN WYN JONES MP AM ISLE OF ANGLESEY

As Member of Parliament and Member of the Assembly for Isle of Anglesey it is a pleasure to contribute to this special edition of Dan Do Môn, to welcome volunteers from across Wales to Anglesey.

I believe that the contribution of the voluntary sector on Anglesey has been extremely important in the past, and I’m sure it will continue to be so in the future. Hundreds of volunteers who have given their time, patience, love and care in a number of different fields over the years is heartwarming and comforting. It clearly demonstrates the worth of the voluntary sector.

All the best to you in the future.

ANGLESEY SHOW – 10 & 11 AUGUST

Come to Ynys Môn Voluntary Services’ stand at the Show (number 66) . Ten local voluntary organisations will also be there.

WALES ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY VOLUNTARY COUNCILS

County Voluntary Councils – working to support voluntary activities in your local community.Every county in Wales has a County Voluntary Council which is run by, and works for, local voluntary and community groups. The aims of CVC’s are:

• to provide support services
• to identify issues
• to develop initiatives
• to develop volunteering
• to work to organisational standards

For further information about your County Voluntary Council contact the office on or Wales Council for Voluntary Action on .

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Pen Yr Orsedd Industrial Estate
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