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Extraordinary General Meeting

Published: 16 March 2026

BAVO is calling a brief Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) for Full Members* to consider and vote on a resolution to convert BAVO from a Registered Charity and Company Limited by Guarantee to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). To progress this change, we are asking Full Member organisations to join us for a short meeting to […]

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Bridgend Neurodiversity Information Event

Published: 25 February 2026

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. πŸ“… 26/03/26⏰ 10am – 1pmπŸ“ Halo Life Centre, Bridgend NEW […]

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Paediatric First Aid (Lvl 3)

21 April, 2026 – 22 April, 2026

πŸ“… April 21st & 22nd (2 day course)πŸ•˜ 9:30 AM – 4:00 PMπŸ“ 112-113 Commercial Street, Maesteg, CF34 9DL This accredited two day course delivered by ALW is free for all BAVO Members.

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“Do No Harm” Trauma Informed Practice

28 April, 2026 – 28 April, 2026

πŸ“… Date: April 28th ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM GMTπŸ“ Location: BAVO Office, 112/113 Commercial Street, Maesteg, CF34 9DL OverviewIn-person training delivered by New Pathways. This session explores the wider impacts of trauma and helps participants better understand and support individuals who have been affected. Important InformationAlthough this training is heavily subsidised by the […]

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