WCVA hosts a wide range of events each year from gofod3, our annual flagship event for the sector, to the Welsh Charities Awards and other events for voluntary organisations during trustees and safeguarding week.

We also run a series of regional events across Wales with our County Voluntary Council (CVC) partners, Third Sector Support Wales as well as attending the National Eisteddfod to showcase the great work of charities in Wales.

Our events

Upcoming events

Our calendar of free events for voluntary organisations in Wales.

Trustees' Week 2024

Trustees' week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight the opportunities for people from all walks of life to get involved and make a difference. This years theme is Celebrating, Inspiring and Supporting. We will celebrate this week by hosting a series of events for you to participate in. Trustees' Week 2024 will take place between 4 and 8 November.

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The Welsh Charity Awards

The Welsh Charity Awards, organised by WCVA, recognise and celebrate the fantastic contribution charities, community groups, not-for-profits and volunteers make to Wales by highlighting and championing the positive difference we can make to each other’s lives.

To find out more about the awards visit welshcharityawards.cymru

gofod3

gofod3 is an event we organise in collaboration with the voluntary sector in Wales. Unlike any other event in Wales, it is our space to learn frommotivate and inspire one another. It offers a rare opportunity for the third sector to come together and effect change in Wales.

To find out more about gofod3 visit www.gofod3.cymru

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Trustees' Week

Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight opportunities for people from all walks of life to get involved and make a difference. We celebrate the week by hosting an event on a topic of relevance to Chairs and Trustees. Previous events have looked at the relationship between a Chair and a Chief Executive, the challenges that Chairs face in their role and creating a positive board culture. 

To find out more visit www.trusteesweek.org

National Eisteddfod

In August of each year, we have a stand at the National Eisteddfod, Wales’ largest celebration of culture and language. We showcase the breadth of the charity sector in Wales by inviting charities to join us on our stand and run activities throughout the week. If you would like to join us at the next Eisteddfod, get in touch!

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Training

Our training is focused on the needs of voluntary organisations. We can help you and your organisation run more effectively and develop your skills, knowledge and confidence.