Cwm Taf Morgannwg Mind is proud to be working alongside BAVO to offer free courses that are designed to support the community to become experts in their own self-care.
During the sessions we will create a transformational and safe space where
we learn more about mental health conditions, discover new coping techniques and learn more through hearing lived experiences.
These FREE sessions will take place 10am till 12 noon at the BAVO office in Maesteg.
Wednesday 10 January | Stress & Anxiety
Find out more about possible signs and symptoms of stress and anxiety. Learn the difference between the two and begin to develop knowledge on coping techniques.
Wednesday 17 January | Self-care & Sleep
Find out more about the importance of sleep and how this can impact on mental health conditions, as well as looking at how technology can support self-care.
Wednesday 24 January | Depression
Find out more about the possible signs and symptoms of depression in ourselves and others and learn more about how to help someone if you think they are experiencing depression.
Wednesday 31 January | Food & Mood
Find out more about how making slight changes to the things you eat and drink can make big changes to your mental health.
You’re invited to come to as few or as many sessions as you like. To let us know that you are interested please get in touch with Alison at BAVO alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
The BAVO Development Team will be In Your Area: Ogmore Vale, Wyndham, Lewistown on 18 January.
BAVO is going out and about to meet you “on your patch”. If you work in the Aberkenfig, Tondu, Sarn, Glanogwr or Evanstown areas we would love to visit your group.
We want this to be an opportunity for the team to come and see the fantastic work you do first hand, and also to chat about any support you need.
BAVO supports the third sector with:
Get in touch so we can schedule in a visit to you on 18 January. We look forward to meeting you.
Please email: alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
Join us for a morning of Speed Networking.
This is your chance to find out about other organisations working in Bridgend County and to share the love about your organisation.
It’s a great opportunity to build new relationships and get connected!
Continental breakfast provided. Places are limited to a maximum of 2 people per organisation.
When | Wednesday 14 February, 9am – 11am
Where | Westward Community Centre, Llangewydd Road, Bridgend CF31 4JR
Please register online or to find out more please contact Alison at BAVO – alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
BAVO invites you to the next meeting of the Bridgend Green Network – now hosted by BAVO.
When: Tuesday 12 December, 11am to 1pm
Where: SUSSED shop, Porthcawl CF36 3BG
All welcome for nice fairtrade tea & coffee and good conversations… (and get your Fairtrade/Eco Xmas pressies at the shop too:)
The theme of this meeting is planning our ECO Day event scheduled for Saturday 20 April in Porthcawl – save the date!
We want as many partners and friends to join with us to make this day a BIG green/blue/eco day a positive success to promote awareness and make a difference where we can.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Contact Alex at BAVO for more info alexbowen@bavo.org.uk / 07368 422907
This meeting is being supported by the amazing SUSSED Fairtrade shop and project in Porthcawl, developed by Sustainable Wales.
When: 11 December, 4pm – 6pmImproving support for neurodivergent children, young people and their families is a priority for the RPB across Cwm Taf Morgannwg. As part of this commitment, they want to understand current provision of support services, to identify gaps and to outline options for the future.
At event you will be asked: “What is the thing we most need to hear and focus on about neurodivergent services in your area, what is working well and what would you like to see?”
People with lived experience, who you may support, and their carers are all invited.
This is the third in person event to help the RPB understand what services should look like in the future. This event is being facilitated to enable the specific voice of children and young people across Bridgend County to be heard. It’s your opportunity to add your voice and share what really matters to you. This will then inform how services evolve.
Refreshments will be provided, as well as a Christmas craft activity. Travel expenses can be paid.
The BAVO Development Team will be In Your Area: Aberkenfig, Tondu, Sarn, Glanogwr and Evanstown on 1 December.
BAVO is going out and about to meet you “on your patch”. If you work in the Aberkenfig, Tondu, Sarn, Glanogwr or Evanstown areas we would love to visit your group.
We want this to be an opportunity for the team to come and see the fantastic work you do first hand, and also to chat about any support you need.
BAVO supports the third sector with:
Get in touch so we can schedule in a visit to you on 1 December. We look forward to meeting you.
Please email: alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
The BAVO Development Team will be In Your Area: Coytrahen, Bettws, Llangynwyd and Cwmfelin on 20 November.
BAVO is going out and about to meet you “on your patch”. If you work in the Coytrahen, Bettws, Llangynwyd or Cwmfelin areas we would love to visit your group.
We want this to be an opportunity for the team to come and see the fantastic work you do first hand, and also to chat about any support you need.
BAVO supports the third sector with:
Get in touch so we can schedule in a visit to you on 20 November. We look forward to meeting you.
Please email: alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
The BAVO Development Team will be In Your Area: Bryncethin & Llangeinor on 5 December.
BAVO is going out and about to meet you “on your patch”. If you work in the Bryncethin & Llangeinor area we would love to visit your group.
We want this to be an opportunity for the team to come and see the fantastic work you do first hand, and also to chat about any support you need.
BAVO supports the third sector with:
Get in touch so we can schedule in a visit to you on 5 December. We look forward to meeting you.
Please email: alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
BAVO hosts the next Drug Alcohol Mental Health Service Network (DAMHSN) meeting on Thursday 25 January. This will be online via Microsoft Teams 10am – 12noon.
If you are an individual or group whose aim is to promote mental health or provide a service for people with a mental health issue within Bridgend County Borough your invited to connect with DAMHSN.
DAMHSN brings together local and national organisations who work in the field of mental health and mental wellbeing in Bridgend; and staff and volunteers that are involved in supporting people and/or working to combat substance misuse issues in Bridgend.
The network creates opportunities to discuss current issues, potential joint projects, maximising service opportunities and avoiding duplication of work. It is also an opportunity for the wider voluntary sector, which provides services to people who may also have mental health issues, to link in, share information and work in partnership.
For the meeting details please contact Laura Dadic email lauradadic@bavo.org.uk or call 07850 700 377.
BAVOs AGM is on Friday 8 December 2023 at the Heronston Hotel, Bridgend, from 11am -1pm.
Join us for our AGM and afternoon tea. We are joined by special guest speakers Professor Jean White CBE High Sheriff of Mid Glamorgan and Jonathan Stock, Assistant Director of Communications at the Charity Commission.
Our AGM is open to any third sector organisation, however tickets will be prioritised for members first.
You can book online or email bavo@bavo.org.uk
At the AGM, the Trustees will present our annual impact report 2022/23 outlining BAVO’s performance and financial statements. The independent auditor will also report. The event will finish with afternoon tea. The 2022/23 year marked 25 years since BAVO started in 1997, so we will be celebrating our silver anniversary.
(Please note: A £15 pp charge will be made if you book but do not attend without giving 48 hours notice.)
Members with voting rights may be asked to vote on current issues such as appointments to the Board of Directors where there are more nominations than places. They may also be asked to vote on the re-appointment of auditors.
Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations is an incorporated charity that means it is both a registered charity No. 1146543 and registered company in England and Wales No. 07691764
Welsh Charities Week is back, taking place this year 13 – 17 November 2023.
The week is about recognising the work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary organisations and community and volunteer groups in Wales.
Let’s celebrate the amazing work you do at your organisation!
BAVO is holding a marketplace and networking event for groups open to the general public at:
The Mem Community Centre, Nantymoel, CF31 7ND on Monday 13 November from 10.30am – 2pm
Come along to:
Speak directly to these services and more…
To book a table at this event, please email: alisonmawby@bavo.org.uk
To find out more about Welsh Charities Week 2023, visit welshcharitiesweek.cymru.
Join BAVO for a coffee morning in support of World Mental Health Day. Drop in between 11am and 2pm.
All welcome. Tea, Coffee and Cakes will be available.
A chance to meet others and find out about organisations that offer support and advice in Bridgend County. It’s an opportunity to relax with mindfulness activities and a cuppa.
Venue: ARC Centre, Quarella Road, Bridgend CF31 1JN
World Mental Health Day is about raising awareness of mental health and driving positive change for everyone’s mental health. The theme for 2023, set by the World Foundation of Mental Health, is ‘Mental health is a universal human right’.
It’s a chance to talk about mental health, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to get help if you are struggling.
Come together with friends, families or colleagues this World Mental Health Day.
