Members in Connect Torfaen

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

Born during lockdown, Coedwedd Community Hub was founded by Jon Clarke.   Sustained by the dedication of our volunteers, we nurture not just plants but also the potential within each individual.  From teaching the joy of cultivat ... Read more

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We are a church which loves to welcome our community through our doors. We run regular activities through the week including meetings for parents and toddlers, children, young people and the older members of the community. We also host a foodbank dro ... Read more

I am Kene reside in Pontypool area and i have 2 kids. 

Hi I'm Warren I'm suffering with PTSD mentally health 

We are a group of volunteers who maintain and try to improve a local park for the benefit of the local community. We've been looking after the park for 8 years and are now a registered charity.  We rely on donations in addition to our own fund ... Read more

New Inn Junior Football Club encourages children aged 5-16, from the community and surrounding areas, to be active, make new friends and look after their wellbeing and mental health. Supporting our community children to take up football improves thei ... Read more

The TOG's [Torfaen Opportunity Group] Disabled Children's Centre New Inn, Pontypool. We provide services to families in Torfaen who have children and young people with physical, learning or sensory disabilities. This Centre is owned and run by ... Read more

The church hall attached to St Mary’s Church in Panteg is available for a number of different uses for the community to engage.

Account to explore user experience

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. 

Courses 

wellbeing 

first aid 

mental health first aid 

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

Torfaen’s Youth Service provides a range of opportunities for young people aged 11-25 in their local community youth clubs, out on the streets with our detached team, within local schools and through our exciting youth activities and projects.  ... Read more

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My name is lesley.

Im friendly im here to help

Stori (formerly known as Hafan Cymru) is a housing association that provides accommodation and support to women, men, their children and young people across Wales.  Stori has branches all across Wales, we are the Torfaen branch and we operate a ... Read more

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I am 67 years old have worked all my life but have decided it's time to retire.

I enjoy walking, Arts and crafts, photography and being a dog owner.

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

We are a small charity based in Greenmeadow Cwmbran, dedicated to supporting and developing our community. We offer a range of services geared towards people on a low budget and have a programme of activities throughout the week. Our activities incl ... Read more

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Vitalize Radio is an integral part of the Torfaen community. We have regular shows throughout the week and weekend. We help the community - encouraging them to interact with us via text, through our app or online. We have a great following and many  ... Read more

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

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