Connect Torfaen was created in partnership with health board and local authority following a study which took place to review how we responded and communicated within the community during the pandemic.
The platform is funded and supported by: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Torfaen Borough Council and Torfaen Voluntary Alliance.
Connect Torfaen also supports the borough's Community and Wellbeing Strategy by fostering community connections and improving access to local services
Meet the partners
Below is a list of current partners and how they are making this platform better:
Founding partner
Torfaen Voluntary Alliance
To support the development of a more influential and cohesive Third sector in Torfaen and surrounding areas by facilitating networking and partnership within the sector; and between it and the public and private sectors.
A key partner focusing on volunteer engagement and community group participation, ensuring that various local organizations are involved.
Partners
Torfaen County Borough Council
Torfaen County Borough Council is the governing body for Torfaen, one of the Principal Areas of Wales.
The local government body, which plays a significant role in the platform's strategic direction and operational support.
For more information on the council
Visit Torfaen Council's Website
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
The Integrated Wellbeing Network (IWN) programme, led by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB), facilitates place-based collaboration to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of local people. Enabling easy access to information about the community-based activities that keep people well is a key objective for the programme, alongside the development of community hubs and the local workforce.
ABUHB contributes to the platform by supporting initiatives that improve community health and wellbeing through various local activities.
Partner with us
If you are interested in partnering and becoming part of Connect Torfaen, please contact us here