SCVS have gathered resources and information to provide support for voluntary organisations during the current Cost of Living crisis. Read more
As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve, the SCVS Team are still here to support organisations, the wonderful people of Swansea who want to help, and individuals who are struggling at this very difficult time for us all. Read more
High quality, third sector specific training. Read more
As well as running the Swansea Volunteer Centre, SCVS also run some direct volunteering projects which were developed as a response to an unmet need in the County Read more
Swansea Council for Voluntary Service is the umbrella organisation for voluntary activity throughout the City & County of Swansea, supporting, developing and representing voluntary organisations, volunteers and communities in the County. We work to support and develop the Third Sector by providing a wide range of information, advice and support services and by representing the views of the sector to government and policy makers...
SCVS Volunteer Centre can support you to find the right volunteering opportunity. Book an advice and guidance appointment at our centre, receive telephone assistance to help you decide, or access information through the Volunteering Wales website - we can help.
Looking for support from a voluntary or community organisation? Feel that you don’t have a voice? Need some guidance around volunteering or training? We can help. Whilst much of our work involves supporting voluntary and community organisations in Swansea, we also run a variety of services which help individuals.
We work to support and develop the Third Sector by providing a wide range of information, advice and support services and by representing the views of the sector to government and policy makers.
Our courses help to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in voluntary organisations, community groups and volunteers.
This course has now been cancelled. Read more
The workshop aims to provide participants of a basic understanding of the psychology of financial difficulty and how it may impact on someone. It also covers the importance of budgeting. Read more
This course aims inform, educate, safeguard and build digital resilience amongst young and vulnerable people; helping them to make informed decisions and understand the consequences around gambling and gaming. Read more
The latest News for the Third Sector (Voluntary and Community organisations) in Swansea.
The May 2024 edition of the SCVS ebulletin for the third sector is out to download now – featuring news, training, upcoming events, jobs and more! Read more
Working Options in Education is an employability and life skills charity that has been helping young people to aim high and fulfil their potential since 2010. Read more
Cymryd Rhan has been dedicated to supporting the people of Wales for nearly four decades. Originally established by a group of parents grappling with the lack of post-special education support for their children, the Charity embodies core values of engagement, equality, opportunity, and inclusion. Read more
Events, training, fayres, open days, taster sessions and more!
Intergenerational creative workshops for the queer community (aged 16+) in Swansea. Monday evenings between 5:30pm-8:30pm. \ Gweithdai creadigol i bob oed (16+) i gymuned cwîar Abertawe. Nos Lun 5:30yh-8:30yh Read more
The Community Transport Forum is for community transport providers or organisations that need community transport for their projects to discuss ideas, issues and develop solutions together. Read more
The Swansea Mental Health Forum is an umbrella group of voluntary mental health organisations working in the City and County of Swansea. Read more
This is a 2 day course, looking at how to give emergency care in remote locations. Delivered by Red Dragon Training in conjunction with Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot. Read more
This course follows the Level 2 Award in Food Safety syllabus with emphasis on cooking in an outdoors environment and specific requirements of Environmental Health Officers. Read more
Swansea Volunteer Managers Forum is a members network of volunteer managers which regularly meets to develop and share best practice. Read more
Looking for paid work or Trustee positions in the Third Sector in Swansea? Browse local vacancies here...
The Roots Foundation Wales is an award-winning charity, which was set up in 2011. They are a volunteer-led organisation supporting young people in care, care leavers, those in kinship care and their carers. Their aim is to create a support network for those who have experience of the care system. Read more
St John Ambulance Cymru are Wales’ leading first aid charity. They are looking to appoint a Chair of Council across five regions of Wales. Read more
Swansea Community Workshops is a registered charity and community where people can come together to socialise and share workshop resources. Read more
The Environment Centre is a community hub inspiring positive action for a greener and healthier future by championing environmental action in Swansea for over 25 years. They encourage and facilitate activity that helps protect our environment and tackle the challenges of plastic pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change. Read more
The Play and Leisure Opportunity Library (PLOL), based in Swansea, is a unique project in Wales and the first play and leisure library for both children and adults with a disability. They are a registered charity providing specialist toys and equipment through a lending service. Read more
Swansea Women’s Aid offers dynamic, innovative services to women and children experiencing violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV). Read more
Faith in Families want to give all children in Swansea a voice, give them a choice and give them a brighter future. They want to reach out to them with the opportunities to thrive. Read more
Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team Wales (EYST) is an award-winning and unique, beneficiary-led charity supporting ethnic minority young people, individuals and communities across Wales. Read more