To progress this change, we are asking Full Member organisations to join us for a short meeting to vote on the resolution. The meeting will last no longer than 15 minutes.
📅 Date: April 13th
⏰ Time: 11:00am – 11:30am
📍 Location: BAVO Office, Maesteg or 💻 Online
Members can attend either in person at the BAVO offices or online, and we kindly ask that you book via Eventbrite and indicate your preferred attendance method so we can ensure the meeting is quorate. You can find the Eventbrite page and book your place here.
We welcome any questions about the resolution, the conversion process, or the proposed governing document, which you can find here. Please send any questions in advance to BenWilliams@bavo.org.uk, and responses will be provided during the meeting.
* Full Members are third sector organisations, community groups, and voluntary organisations based in and operating in Bridgend County that have previously been admitted to BAVO membership. If you are unsure about your membership status, please contact us.
Please see the official notice of the EGM below:
Join us to meet and chat with local service providers who support children, young people and families with lived experience of neurodiversity.
This is a great opportunity to discover what support is available in your area, ask questions, and connect with others in your community.
📅 26/03/26
⏰ 10am – 1pm
📍 Halo Life Centre, Bridgend
NEW for this event: 12–1pm will be a dedicated quiet hour for anyone who finds large crowds or noisy environments challenging. During this time, you can speak with stallholders in a calmer, more relaxed setting.
If you are an organisation who would like to attend to share information, please fill in the Microsoft form here.
These qualifications equip learners with the knowledge and confidence to recognise a range of mental health conditions, start supportive conversations, and understand when and how to signpost someone to professional help.
Learners will:
Learners will not diagnose or treat mental health conditions. The course focuses on awareness, early support, and appropriate signposting.
This qualification is UK regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA), regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation, and sits on both the RQF and SCQF frameworks.
Entry Requirements
Qualification Validity
Suitable for individuals, volunteers, and workplaces looking to build mental health awareness and supportive environments.
Please note: This training is worth £85pp (level 1) and £125pp (level 2), with the cost being covered by BAVO. Due to this cost, we ask that you complete a bursary application via a Microsoft form which will be sent via email after signing up on Eventbrite. Any queries, please email either Lucywilliams@bavo.org.uk or Alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk.
Join us at a venue near you for our FREE Mental & Body Health Roadshow! The event will allow you to:
Meet local services and vendors supporting your mind and body
Discover wellbeing resources, tools and support in your community
Connect with services from across all sectors
Take positive steps towards your health and wellbeing goals
Enjoy activities including mindfulness, crafts and wellbeing support
Want to attend as a vendor? Click the above links and select the ‘Vendor’ ticket option! If you would like to attend with an activity which needs more space, make sure you click the ‘Activity Stand’ option. If you would like more information, please get in contact with Partnerships@bavo.org.uk.
Date: Friday, 5 December 2025
Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Venue: Heronston Hotel, Bridgend
Join us for BAVO’s Annual General Meeting, where we’ll reflect on the past year, celebrate our achievements and catch up with members.
We’re delighted to invite our member organisations to an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community — including afternoon tea and presentations from guest speakers.
You’ll also have the opportunity to:
Meet and network with fellow members
Share ideas and have your voice heard
Take part in the election of Board Members
At the AGM, BAVO’s Trustees will present the 2024/25 Annual Impact Report, including performance highlights and financial statements. The independent auditor will also deliver their report.
Our AGM is open to all third sector organisations. However, member organisations will be given priority.
Reserve your place online or email bavo@bavo.org.uk.
(Please note: A £20 per person charge will apply if you book but do not attend without giving at least 48 hours’ notice.)
Members with voting rights may be asked to vote on current issues, including:
Appointments to the Board of Trustees (where nominations exceed available places)
The re-appointment of auditors
We look forward to welcoming you to this important and enjoyable event.
Would you like to nominate someone to the BAVO ‘Board of Trustees’? Click the links below for more information and nominate the individual. Please note: they MUST be from a BAVO organisation.
This is a great opportunity to discuss your project ideas, your eligibility and how to make a winning funding application under Awards for All or People & Places!
Our next drop-in session:
📅 Date: 7th May
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 12pm
📍 Location: BAVO Office, 112/113 Commercial Street, Maesteg, CF34 9DL
Tuesday 22 April
10:00 – 11:00
On Line Via Teams
Do you have ADHD, or are you Neurodivergent?
Our ADHD support group gives neurodivergent people a safe space to meet, chat and make friends whilst getting the support you need.
The ADHD support group runs monthly, find details about our next one below:
📅 Date: 13th May
🕑 Time: 10:30-12:30
📍 Location: The Bridge, Bridgend Town Centre (
Upcoming dates (same time & location):
10th June
8th July
12th August
You do not need to book, just show up on the day! However, if you do have any questions or want more information, please contact lucywilliams@bavo.org.uk.
Make your voice heard by joining BAVO, Lloyds Bank Foundation, and Cwmpas for an online consultation event exploring commissioning from a local perspective.
We know small charities face inconsistency, underfunding & pressure to fill gaps, with some even closing their doors and we recognise it’s time for change!
This event brings together commissioners & sector voices to discuss barriers, solutions & the future of commissioning.
📅 Date: Monday 19 May
🕑 Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: HALO, Bridgend
You asked, we delivered! 
After the success of our Neurodiversity Event in November, we’ll be hosting the Bridgend Neurodiversity Information event on the 12th of March from 10am-2pm at Bridgend Life Centre.
It’s a chance for parents, carers and people with lived experience to have the opportunity to meet and chat to service providers and organisations that offer support for neurodivergent children, young people and their families and those with individual lived experience of neurodiversity.
We have a range of fantastic, local organisations attending, including:
Bridgend County Borough Council is pleased to offer a comprehensive training session on Adult Safeguarding, tailored for individuals in Group C under the All Wales Safeguarding Standards. Facilitated by Mike Lewis, the training will equip participants with the skills and confidence to recognise and refer safeguarding concerns, explore current policies and practice issues, and utilise the All Wales Safeguarding Procedures effectively.
Who’s eligible?
Roles and responsibilities:
Group C practitioners are those who have direct responsibility for safeguarding people who:
An overview of Adult Safeguarding
By the end of the training participants will:
Dates available (please choose ONE):
Wed 22nd January 2025
Friday 7th February 2025
Monday 17th March 2025
Wednesday 30th April 2025
Tuesday 20th May 2025
Tuesday 17th June 2025
Tuesday 15th July 2025
Location: Halo, Bridgend
Times: 09:15am for 9:30am start – 4:30pm finish
Target Group: Group C under the All Wales Safeguarding Standards
Nomination Form: Please complete the nomination form here and email it to SCWDP@bridgend.gov.uk no later than 4 weeks before start of each course.
Lunch will not be provided.
Refreshments will be provided.
If you require any further information, please email SCWDP@bridgend.gov.uk
