International days and weeks are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilise political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations (UN), but the UN has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. International Mother Language Day takes place on 21 February 2023 and recognises that languages and multilingualism can advance inclusion...
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The recent rise in the cost-of-living has presented many of us with unexpected challenges. New research suggests that over 12 million people are now borrowing money for food or essential bills and half of them are doing so for the first time in their lives. The results come as the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) launches a campaign to reach people who are struggling with cost-of-living pressures, which will run alongside the UK Government’s Help...
The St David Awards are the national awards of Wales. Each year there are 10 St David Awards, the first 9 of which are nominated for by the public: Business Bravery Community Spirit Critical Worker (Key Worker) Culture Environment Innovation, Science and Technology Sport Young Person First Minister's Special Award Nominations for 2024 awards close on 19 October 2023. For further information please select the following link St David Awards | GOV.WALES
SmallBusiness.co.uk is delighted to announce the nominations are open for the 2023 British Business Awards! The awards recognise, honour, and celebrate the outstanding and innovative achievements of small and medium-sized British businesses across all industries. In the wake of the pandemic, British small businesses have faced new and unprecedented challenges. That’s why this year’s awards are all about celebrating the resilience, creativity, and success of these businesses. This year’s categories are: Black, Asian, Ethnic Minority Business...
Deputy Climate Change Minister Lee Waters set the direction for the future of transport in Wales with a statement that puts climate change at the heart of decision making. The Deputy Minister told the Senedd “We will not get to Net Zero unless we stop doing the same thing over and over.” as he set out findings from some key documents that shape the future of road building in Wales. The new documents include the...
Are you an employer with staff in Wales? If so, Public Health Wales (PHW) are interested in hearing about your experience as part of their research into employer understanding of the relationship between employee health and wellbeing and work, and the related needs. PHW have commissioned Opinion Research Services (ORS), an independent research company, based in Swansea, to undertake the research, which should only take 10 minutes to complete. The survey deadline has been extended...
Learning at Work Week (LAW Week) takes place from 15 to 21 May 2023 and this year’s theme is ‘ Create the Future’ and is led nationally by Campaign for Learning. LAW Week is a unique annual event to build learning cultures at work. It aims to put a spotlight on the importance and benefits of continual learning and development. Each year, thousands of organisations run vibrant, creative campaigns and activities which promote a learning...
The Deputy Minister for Arts and Sport, Dawn Bowden, has launched a £5 million Brilliant Basics tourism fund for 2023 to 2025. Brilliant Basics is a capital fund to deliver small-scale tourism infrastructure improvements across Wales. Previous projects funded by Brilliant Basics have included electric vehicle charging points, improved toilet and car parking facilities, accessible changing places facilities and improved signage and interpretation panels. Brilliant Basics will also support projects that improve accessibility at sites...
The 2023 Ashden Awards are now open to all climate pioneers transforming the world of work. The Awards accelerate climate innovation, helping businesses, charities, governments and others power up their impact in the UK and low-income nations. Entries are free and close on Wednesday 8 March 2023. For further information please select the following link The Ashden Awards - Ashden
The Welsh Government’s Wales and Africa team would like to invite you to a free event to celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March 2023 at Portland House, Cardiff Bay. Four Welsh organisations were awarded funding to deliver their unique projects in Uganda and Lesotho in order to highlight women’s empowerment and gender equality, working in collaboration with their African partners. Hub Cymru Africa, who work across civil society bringing together charities, individuals and organisations...