Members in Connect Torfaen

We are one of 30 Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs) across the UK and the second in Wales.   HDRC Torfaen is part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research, hosted by Torfaen Council.   The team wil ... Read more

Special Olympics Wales is a sports organisation for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We create inclusive sports opportunities that focus on fun, friendship, and personal achievement. We believe everyone should have the chance to t ... Read more

My name is Ariane Burgess and I am 16 years old. I've recently left school and I'd like to volunteer. I'm a very caring, hardworking and a kind individual.

I am a full-time student who has just finished A-Levels and is about to attend university. I have a strong passion for helping others and contributing to my community. I have prior experience of volunterring in a Ty Hafan charity shop and being a v ... Read more

About us Learning Disability Wales is a national charity representing the learning disability sector in Wales. We want Wales to be the best country in the world for people with a learning disability to live, learn and work. We work with people with ... Read more

Torfaen Talks CIC is a not-for-profit organisation, that’s committed to improving the mental health and wellbeing of the people of Torfaen. This includes three key strands - Mental health & wellbeing support, Community Podcast and Wellbeing ... Read more

Cyfannol Women's Aid supports people in Torfaen, Monmouthshire, Newport and Blaenau Gwent who have experienced Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse or Sexual Violence (VAWDASV). Our mission is to empower women and children to flourish in a life f ... Read more

Cwmbran parkrun takes place every Saturday morning at 9am and encourages participants of all abilities to come along and run, jog or walk the 5k course. In order for this to go ahead we need to attract a team of volunteers each week to act as marshal ... Read more

My name is Alex and I'm the resilient pathways officer- working with the Building Resilient Communities team! I can help you with your wellbeing and help you achieve a more independent and active lifestyle. I currently work with the Torfaen Works wel ... Read more

I would like to find out about doing voluntary work with children?

Happily married mum of 3 grown up girls. I work full time and in my spare time I enjoy walking my dogs, DIY and travelling. 

Where else do you see an asylum seeker, a teacher, an Elvis impersonator, a boxer, a single mother, a scientist, a bouncer, a baby, a chef, a traveller, a recovering alcoholic, a teenager and an OAP walk into a building for an hour to meet? Nowhere b ... Read more

We are a chapel based within the centre of Blaenavon. Providing support to the local community. The chapel hosts a variety of events, including charity coffee mornings and a lunch club. These events provide social opportunities for local residents a ... Read more

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Welcome to Your Voice   Here you can get involved in projects affecting our community by engaging in discussions, giving us feedback, or sharing your thoughts and experiences. If you want to get in touch or be involved please email: you ... Read more

Cwmbran Community Council was formed following the reorganisation of Local Government in 1974 and is one of the largest Community (town) Councils in Wales. Covering the main part of Cwmbran, the Council serves approximately 30,000 residents. As a de ... Read more

Invested in improving mental health within society, with a special interest in Neurodiversity and ALN. I acheived a distinction in my Clinical Psychology Msc (2021) and hold a level 4 counselling qualification (2013). I also have varied work experie ... Read more

Mae Ysgol Feithrin Pontypwl wedi bod yn cynnig addysg cyn ysgol o safon ynghanol Pontypwl ers dros 40 mlynedd. Ein nod yw sicrhau ein bod yn cynnig cyfleuoedd chwarae a dysgu cyffroes i’r plant yn ein gofal gan ddilyn y Cwriciwlwm ar gyfer lleo ... Read more

I am looking to engage with my local community. I want to help in a multitude of areas. I am looking to meet new people.   I have experince in; customer service barrista carpentry painting ... Read more

Retired in 2023, I have over forty years of administrative experience, working in manufacturing, purchasing and sales.

I am interested in volunteering for Age Concern in anyway that I can be of help.

Our community centre is one of the oldest in Cwmbran and has been part of the community for generations. We have been lovingly restoring and modernising the building and are proud to offer the space to our community. The hall is large and can comfo ... Read more

PAPYRUS Prevention Of Young Suicide is the national charity for youth suicide prevention. We support young people and those of any age who are concerned about them through our free, confidential helpline service HOPELINE247. This is open to anyone u ... Read more

Bowls Club formed in 1926

Current Eastern Valley Bowling Association Champions(2023)

Finished 3rd in the 2nd Division of the Monmouthshire Bowling Association

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I am the Volunteer lead for Torfaen Voluntary Alliance, I am happy to support everyone within Torfaen to obtain volunteer roles they are passionate about. 

CCYP is an open access, friendly, welcoming Training Facility and Drop-In Centre for young people. Our team passionately support young people through a wide range of services, training and activities to enable them to develop life skills, gain qualif ... Read more

Thornhill Community Centre sits at the heart of the area. we are a lively, welcoming, vibrant group of individuals all striving to improve, enhance and maximise the opportunities and outcomes of the local residents.

Griffithstown Baptist Church is a historic place of worship located in Griffithstown, Pontypool.  Griffithstown Baptist Church is known not just as a place of worship but also as a community hub, hosting various events, activiti ... Read more

Torfaen Strength Academy (TSA) Mission Statement:  “To increase the popularity of weightlifting in all aspects for all ages and abilities”   Through -   Encompassing all grassroot weightlifting and sportspeo ... Read more

We are wellbeing supporting the whole person and family. we provide food hampers for those who are struggling. There is fareshare available to all when we have it in. We provide a safe place to pop in and have a drink and chat. our priority service h ... Read more

MBACT, Monmouthshire, Brecon, Abagavenny Canal Trust are looking for Volunteers to complement the teams already set up.  One team named Regeneration is based at Ty Coch where we have our main workshop and Training room.  The second team n ... Read more