Cylchlythyr Cynnal y Cardi Newsletter

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Welcome to the Spring edition of our Cynnal y Cardi Newsletter, over the next few pages we bring you the latest news on our programmes of projects delivered here in Ceredigion. The Ceredigion Economic Strategy 2020-2035 sets out how we will work together towards achieving strong, sustainable and more resilient economic growth for Ceredigion, created and shared by all.

The Ceredigion Corporate Plan has identified boosting the economy as the number one priority for Ceredigion County Council, because we realise the need to tackle some of the challenges we have to provide our people and enterprises with the opportunities to grow and thrive here in Ceredigion.

The Ceredigion Economic Strategy is a framework for building a collaborative approach to develop an ambitious, resilient and unique Ceredigion, where people can see a clear future for themselves. The delivery of the Strategy sits within the Growth and Enterprise structure of Ceredigion County Council with the Cynnal y Cardi team delivering project activity on the ground. To read the Strategy please click here

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund programme provides three years funding for local investment The Mid Wales Region has been allocated £42 million from 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2025 and £14 million allocated to Ceredigion The primary goal of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund is to build pride in place and increase life chances across the UK. This aligns with Levelling Up White Paper missions, particularly: ‘By 2030, pride in place, such as people’s satisfaction with their town centre and engagement in local culture and community, will have risen in every area of the UK, with the gap between the top performing and other areas closing.’

The successful UKSPF applications in Ceredigion are published on the Ceredigion website, visit here to see the full list We are very pleased to announce that the successful projects are in full swing and are already making a difference to Ceredigion Communities. This newsletter issue will highlight some of the projects that the Cynnal y Cardi team administrate and deliver.

A project making a daily difference to young peoples lives in Cardigan, Ceredigion is Reverb by AREA43 which is funded by UKSPF. At our recent Cynnal y Cardi Partnership meeting, we had the pleasure of meeting Lisa Head, Communications & Engagement Manager for AREA 43 and one of the young people, Taylor that has been through the Reverb programme and heard first hand how the project has helped her

Reverb is Area 43’s youth-led charity, which was established in1996 to provide information, support and training to young people in Cardigan Their mission, to empower and support young people’s rights to access local, high-quality, evidence-informed advice, counselling and support services to improve their life opportunities for a better future. AREA43 work in partnership with young people and others to promote the development of free, young people-centred, needs-led service and believe every person deserves the opportunity to realise their potential, whatever their life circumstances

All young people should have somewhere to turn to and someone to talk to, wherever and whenever they are in need. Their work is underpinned by their values, placing Area 43 clients at the heart of all they do AREA43 pride themselves on delivering the best service they can by being

AREA43 constantly consult with young people, but during the COVID lockdowns in early 2021, the organisation undertook a significant online consultation to establish the shape of its future services

Young people told them of their needs;

A relaxed meeting space which is safe, friendly, inclusive and tolerant

A wider age range to include younger people

A place for all young people from all social and cultural backgrounds to engage in social interaction with their peers in a safe and supportive drug and alcohol-free environment

A location for relaxation, recreation and entertainment.

A site for information, signposting to services or even direct care / service provision.

A place where young people can develop good quality relationships with their peers and with adults.

An informal, educative space for young people to learn life skills and improve their employment opportunities

Autonomy and involvement in what happens in the space.

So, with that in mind, they looked at the possibility of finding a venue for a youth café that would provide a safe, dedicated, quality meeting space for young people to do all those things. They were fortunate that the old Pendre Art Building became available around this time as a fully equipped café space. Thanks to their Trustees and some very vigorous Grant Funding applications, they were able to purchase the building in March 2021. Depot is based in Cardigan town centre, and it is open from 1-7 pm Monday to Saturday for 14 - 25-year-olds, and Saturday mornings for transitions for 11 - 13-year-olds. AREA 43 see in the region of 200 young people every week, last month had almost 1000 visits (921) from over 250 individuals.

AREA43 piloted their training and employability scheme, Reverb under the Community Renewal Fund, in which they were successful in extending the provision through UKSPF The project provides a unique opportunity for some of their more socially detached and isolated young people to access employment in a manner which ensures they overcome disadvantage. AREA43 want to inspire young people to become active community members through their projects, training, and employability skills.

The training and employment scheme run at Depot, is for disengaged young people, furthest from the job market, enabling them to gain skills and experience within a safe, supported environment

The programme focuses on the People and Skills element of the funding. It enables young people to gain skills and practical experience within a safe, supported environment Making their prospects within the wider economy more accessible by empowering them to gain employment, and local businesses to address the labour shortage. Each Reverb participant is employed for up to 18 hours a week which includes time working within the live café environment and associated skills-based

AREA43 interventions address specific needs within the target audience, such as physical and emotional wellbeing. Through Counselling and Support Services, they provide inclusive, welcoming, and engaging, safe spaces for young people, both online and face-to-face, which improves community resilience.

During their support sessions, baristas complete an outcomes star at the beginning and end of the programme to track their progress The one below reflects the journey travelled by one of the young people. The pink is where they were early in the programme and the blue reflects how they felt they had developed during their time at Depot. Feedback following their exit interview is also included, so you can see their self-reflection too

The Reverb project supports young people to live, work and grow within their community It provides a safe, live, work environment, where young people can make mistakes and learn from them without dire consequences. Hopefully, this will enable them to gain the skills and experiences to encourage them to stay locally

Employability Skills

AREA43 also teach the team life skills; like laundry, budgeting, cooking, shopping and cleaning. As a member of the Ceredigion Poverty Sub-Group, Food Poverty Groups, Fareshare and Neighbourly schemes, they work in partnership with food banks and food growers to tackle food poverty across Ceredigion They provide subsidised and free food and drinks to all young people accessing their services.

Since the beginning of July 2023, under UKSPF, AREA43 have employed 18 young people as Reverb Baristas (aiming for 56 by the end of December) All Reverb participants embark on Food Safety, Hygiene and Food Allergens qualifications as part of the programme. Of this cohort, 15 have already completed those qualifications.

Eight young people have completed all or part of a 3-month placement One has entered employment; AREA43 have employed one as a Youth Support worker; and three have entered further education. Two are receiving additional support and training from Futureworks and Cyfle Cymru One intends to use their skills to work whilst travelling, and the other two are seeking employment.

As part of the Levelling Up Funding for their Supported Employment Placements, representatives from the UK Government visited Depot as an exemplary model for this type of employment support. Area 43 have recently published their Safe Space to Speak Manifesto.

Staying on the theme of supporting young people, another of Ceredigion’s UKSPF funded projects is STEM Cymru, Introduction 2 Engineering and Manufacturing is being delivered by the Engineering Education Scheme Wales to offer secondary schools in Ceredigion the opportunity to have a series of workshops delivered in their classrooms.

The free sessions are aimed at Key Stage 3 pupils, with the intention of helping to increase the talent skills pipeline of young people to meet future employability in the region The workshops are designed to be delivered to up to 30 pupils at a time, so that all schools can participate and fit the delivery within their school timetable Activities are hands-on,

and require young people to develop new skills, such as teamwork,ncommunication, coding and IT, experimental, problem-solving and creative and innovative thinking. Some of the workshops were originally developed by EESW as part of its STEM Cymru project, which was ESF funded up until 2023

The project is currently funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and driven by the Levelling Up campaign and administrated by Ceredigion County Council which allows EESW to continue some of the good work and support schools whilst meeting the cross-curricular aims of the new Curriculum for Wales, and offers young people an activity which allows them to consider studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects at GCSE and post-16, and gives an insight into career options within the Engineering sector.

EESW’s previous external evaluators commented that “Activities delivered within the sessions included presentations that focussed on how modern technology can be applied to support the journey towards net zero – for example how design and computer coding can be applied to the manufacture of wind turbines ”

Pupils at Ysgol Henry Richard, Tregaron will be undertaking workshops over two days where they will learn to code a BBC micro:bit to control a buggy and undertake a series of tasks.

They will work in groups of 2 or 3 and at the end of the workshop will understand basic coding principles, and will have considered parameters such as timing, distance and loops. Workshops are designed to end with a competition element so that pupils can share their skills and knowledge, which also creates a sense of achievement

A secondary school in Ceredigion previously commented that “EESW have enabled a lot of pupils to have a lot of new experiences and insights into STEM ”

EESW are reaching out to schools to book sessions following the school’s Easter holidays from April 2024 EESW understands the difficulties that schools face in being able to bring students outside the classroom, and therefore the sessions can be adapted to be delivered as part of the timetabled classes, or even as STEM clubs or after-school activity.

Activities are also designed to be inclusive, so that they can be tailored to a range of needs of individuals within a classroom setting To book one of the workshops, schools should complete a booking form or can contact EESW on info@stemcymru org uk for more information

Antur Cymru have been busy supporting businesses within the County providing advice, workshops and shop spaces to existing businesses as well as new businesses through UKSPF. NATASHA Osinga has enjoyed a sweet start to life in business with the support of Antur Cymru Enterprise When Yum Yum traditional sweet shop in Cardigan shut down in September, there was sadness among loyal customers. The family business was founded by the Osinga family in 2001 and became a popular part of the high street for more than two decades.

And now it’s back, with the original owners’ granddaughter Natasha at the helm. She called on Antur Cymru, based in Newcastle Emlyn, for help to reopen the beloved store and was given guidance and advice by business advisor Barry Morgan as part of the Cymorth Busnes Lleol / Local Business Support programme, which is funded by UK Government and driven by Levelling-Up via Ceredigion County Council As well as successfully applying for a Start-Up Loan to install new fixtures and fittings, purchase stock and secure new suppliers, Natasha has now taken on five permanent and seasonal staff

Just a few weeks into life at Yum Yum, she is thrilled with the response: “It’s busier than I ever expected, since the opening day it’s been absolutely non-stop!” said Natasha. “As the store has been in the family so long, I really didn’t want to see it empty or run by someone else, so it was brilliant to be able to bring it back to life “Thanks so much to everyone who has shown myself and Yum Yum so much support, I am so grateful and look forward to many more years here in Cardigan ”

With the backing of her family, the mum-of-three said she would not have been able to realise her vision without the help of Antur Cymru. “They were amazing, especially Barry who guided me through the whole process, which was vital as it’s not something I had any experience of before,” said Natasha. I’m already diversifying, and we’ve had bookings to supply for parties and weddings, so that’s an area I hope to grow in the months ahead, as well as introducing exciting new sweets and treats for our customers “I feel more confident, and we are in a good place, so I’m excited for the future.”

Barry added: “It was a pleasure to be able to guide Natasha from her initial interest in taking on the business through to the opening day, which was a real celebration “We are pleased to have been able to support her on this amazing journey, and other traders on the bustling Cardigan high street, which has really come to life since the new year “As an organisation we are committed to helping business owners, entrepreneurs and anyone with a germ of an idea, and have the tools and resources to help make their dreams a reality – that was certainly the case here, congratulations Natasha!”

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Lampeter Town Council with the support of ‘Caru Llanbed’ has secured UK Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF) for improvements to the town centre, whilst creating a prosperity and a sense of identity and pride in Lampeter UKSPF is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda. UKSPF is administered by the Cynnal y Cardi Team for Ceredigion County Council

A new bilingual website for the town has now been completed, providing a wealth of content for the community and visitors, used to promote events and activities in the area as well as news items

Further developments are underway to promote the town to attract more visitors. Businesses, shops, and eateries will also be advertised An interactive notice board will be placed in the town centre incorporating the town map. ‘Caru Llanbed’ merchandise will be purchased for events held throughout the year, such as late-night shopping, Christmas fair and Foodfest.

The local secondary school, Ysgol Bro Pedr have been offered the opportunity to create a mural at Stryd y Farchnad, this will enhance appearance of the area which is the focal point for various events This is an opportunity for Ysgol Bro Pedr to engage with the community and create a sense of ownership in the town centre.

Playground equipment and picnic tables will be purchased and located at Parc yr Orsedd along with the support of the town Parks & Flowers committee. Wheelchair friendly and planned accessible seating area will be created at Stryd y Farchnad, creating this community area will encourage a more enjoyable experience in the town.

‘Caru Llanbed’ along with the support of Lampeter Town Council recently organised a showcase event that took place at the Black Lion Hotel in Lampeter, where locals, businesses and organisations came together An overall successful event A great networking opportunity to discuss funding and volunteering possibilities, amongst other topics

The Cynal y Cardi Fund closed it’s application proccess for both funds on the 25th of March 2024 at 11:59pm Both business and community fund has prooven to be very popular and the team inundated by applications. Each application will now be checked for eligibility and that all supporting documents are enclosed before being arranged and handed over for the panel proccess. The Cynnal y Cardi Team working diligently on the applications are;

One application that has been awarded for the Cynnal y Cardi Fund is Wern Mill Caravan Park which we recently caught up with.

Provide us with a short Introduction to your business prior to the Cynnal y Cardi Fund?

Wern Mill Caravan park is a touring caravan park situated just outside of New Quay in a small village called Gilfachrheda. The park was purchased by us in 2019 and it was totally refurbished and redesigned to provide 60 pitches and high-quality facilities. Although a great deal of work was carried out initially on the park, we were fully aware that continued improvements were required through the winter months of the following 5 years to make the park a high quality, highly rated establishment

As with every business, but particularly with Touring Caravan Parks, energy usage is high and with that along with surging energy prices meant the business was facing extremely high energy costs per month, placing a large burden on the finances.

Explain in brief what your business has received through the Cynnal y Cardi Fund? We successfully applied for funding from Cynnal y Cardi to bolster the growth and sustainability of our 5-star touring caravan park. To ensure year-round staffing and costefficiency, we used the funding to invest in solar panels, slashing electricity expenses by up to 60% in five years

Erin McCudden Project Business Development Officer

Rhiannon John Rural Towns Development Officer

Catrin George Project and Business Development Officer

The aim is to ensure we can fully open the caravan park for 12 months of the year, something that we are restricted to do due to the high electricity costs during the winter months

Additionally, we installed a car charging station to accommodate both new andreturning visitors as well as for members of the community.

We also used the funding to Complete the park's kerbing, as advised by Visit Wales, is essential to maintain our 5-star rating, failure to complete the recommendations stated by Visit Wales will result us being at risk to losing our 5 star rating. Our goal is not only for cost savings purpose but also an all year-round employment and unrestricted access to the park for all

What positive impact has the fund had on your business?

The funding has had a huge positive impact on the business We are forecast to make a large saving annually from the reduced energy costs (we have already seen a drop in our conventional electric meter) This saving will allow us to retain staff, remain open throughout the winter months and hopefully look to employ more staff. It has also provided us with an opportunity to carry out essential groundworks ahead of schedule to comply with the requests of Visit Wales (which in turn aides us in s star rating)

Has the funding helped your business to be more sustainable?

The forecast savings from the use of solar panels will greatly reduce the annual costs for the business Electricity is by far the largest cost for the business and therefore the reduction in that cost will now make the business for more sustainable

How will this impact your local economy / community?

The improvements made around the park along with fitting solar panels will lead to increased revenue for the caravan park and, in turn, stimulate local businesses by boosting tourism in the area, thereby benefiting the broader Ceredigion economy ‘The busier the Caravan Parks the busier New Quay will be’

Would you have been able to implement this without the Cynnal y Cardi Fund?

The absence of public funds would significantly affect the expansion and development of the business, causing a substantial delay in the establishment of sustainable and new employment opportunities within the caravan park. We possess a year-round operating license, and we diligently adhere to it Nevertheless, our ability to operate the caravan park at full capacity throughout the entire year is hindered by exorbitant electricity expenses. Securing financial assistance has empowered us to operate at full capacity, as the reduced electricity costs would yield significant cost savings for our business. These funds have also allowed us to action the recommendations made by Visit Wales which was to complete the kerbing and resurfacing of the park to ensure we retain our five star rating, something we are proud of and want to retain, however with the lack of funds, this would be at jeopardy so these funds have been essential to fuel the growth of the business and ensure that it can effectively generate jobs and contribute to the local economy

Would you consider applying for a Cynnal y Cardi fund in the future?

Yes, certainly. We would definitely not be in the position we are now as a business without this funding May we take this opportunity to thank you very much for your guidance and support throughout this whole process. This really was a positive experience. Your communication with us has been fantastic and we have enjoyed the process

The Multiply Fund which is part of the wider UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve functional numeracy skills through free personal tutoring, digital training, and flexible courses. Mid Wales has a budget of £5 million for Multiply projects up to December 2024 Six projects have received UKSPF money to boost adult numeracy skills in Ceredigion. For more information and a summary of each project please visit here.

Feeling confident with numbers helps in every aspect of life from measuring building materials or mixing hair dye, checking invoices, helping the children with their homework or even setting up in business.

But if you feel nervous when thinking about numbers, you’re not alone!

With the cost of living going up and up, now might be just the time to get on with numbers. From flexible online courses to one-to-one mentoring, learn how you want, when you want

Who is it for?

The free numeracy courses are for Ceredigion residents aged 19 and over individuals that have not achieved GCSE maths of at least a Grade C or equivalent, individuals who may want to develop numeracy skills for work or progression, individuals that want to brush up on their numeracy skills for everyday life.

Call for applicants for new Cynnal y Cardi Events Programme Fund

A new funding opportunity has been launched to support the Council’s commitment to attract more international or national events to Ceredigion.

The UKSPF Cynnal y Cardi Events Programme fund for Ceredigion is part of a wider suite of programmes being delivered in Ceredigion, funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Tourism is an economic sector of vital importance to Ceredigion, representing the third largest employer in the County and we are keen to build on this sector and attract new visitors to the area.

The UKSPF 2022-2025 is a central pillar of the UK government’s ambitious Levelling Up agenda and a significant component of its support for places across the UK It provides three years funding for local investment

The focus of Cynnal y Cardi’s Events Programme fund will be on:

Attracting visitors to the county. Applications must demonstrate how the event will have a county wide benefit, as well as possible wider regional and national benefits

Support the growth of linked businesses (indirect business benefits) and development of higher value job creation

Development and promotion of local year-round events and experiences which encourage people to visit and explore the local area. Applications must demonstrate how the event will make a difference to individuals, communities and the local economy

Support for local arts, cultural heritage and creative activities.

Events must support ambitions around climate change or the transition to a green economy through sustainability and waste reduction

Councillor Clive Davies, Ceredigion Cabinet member responsible for Economy and Regeneration said: “This funding is an opportunity to build upon the events that have already taken place in the County such as Other Voices Cardigan 2023 and events that continue to return to the County such as Rali Ceredigion Businesses, volunteers and organisations in Ceredigion should take the opportunity and consider how they could grow and develop an ambitious, relevant and appropriate event to be held within the county in the coming years.”

The minimum grant available is £30,000 with the maximum grant available being £100,000. Each grant award will be based on 80% of eligible costs. Match funding must be cash (rather than “in kind”)

As to ensure project eligibility, interested applicants must read the guidance notes carefully and send a short brief, outlining your idea (bullet point format) and a breakdown of expenditure to ce.cynnalycardi@ceredigion.gov.uk before starting on the application form.

The Transforming Towns Grant Scheme is a capital grant scheme that covers a number of capital investment regeneration activities in town centres - Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, Cardigan, Lampeter, Llandysul and Tregaron funded by Welsh Government. We will be publishing more information on Transforming Towns in our next edition

ARFOR - a joint venture by Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Gwynedd and Anglesey Councils which seeks to use entrepreneurship and economic development to support the heartlands of the Welsh language and, thus, maintain the language.

A Summary of each Enterprising Communities Arfor 2 is published HERE on the website Case studies of two successfull projects can be viewed below

Bwrlwm ARFOR aims to strengthen the identity of communities across ARFOR by promoting increased and improved use of Welsh. The project seeks to highlight ARFOR initiatives and their significant impact on businesses and communities.

Welsh spaces

Our map captures the essence of Welsh life, showcasing spaces where language, tradition, and community connect The map is designed for seamless exploration. Click on each area's links and see a list of Welsh Spaces in your region Connect with Welsh-language initiatives, cultural events, and community projects that give life to the language. Our map celebrates the dynamic spaces in which the Welsh language thrives

Found a hidden treasure?

Share your experiences on social media! Nominate a business today by tagging them in the comments on our 'pinned post' on Instagram or Facebook for the chance to win a £100 voucher for that business!

If you are a Welsh space and wish to appear on this map please complete the short form on our website here: https://www bwrlwmarfor cymru/gofodau-cymraeg-1

ARFOR Case Study Merched y Wawr

ARFOR Case Study Cattle Strength

Local Business Support Events below

9 April | Outreach Drop in Business Surgery Lampeter (Book you place by following the link)

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11 April | Finances and Bookkeeping Cardigan (Book you place by following the link)

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25 April | Outreach Drop-In Business Surgery New Quay

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INVITATION

Title: Sustainability - Why Bother?

Date: 24th April

Venue: Aber Innovations, Aberystwyth University

Institute of Directors (IoD) Wales is dedicated to exploring the perceptions, engagement, and support for sustainability among business leaders in Wales. Our goal is to understand the significance of sustainability within the business community, whether it is perceived positively or negatively, and to assess the level of engagement with sustainable practices. Additionally, we aim to identify existing support available and explore opportunities for further action.

As the global landscape continues to evolve, the importance for sustainable business practices has become increasingly evident However, what does sustainability truly mean for business leaders in Wales? Is it viewed as a catalyst for positive change, or is there lingering reluctance and scepticism?

Our event series seeks to address these critical questions and more by bringing together business leaders, sustainability experts, and key stakeholders from across Wales.

Each event in the series will focus on a specific region, examining local developments and their implications for the sustainability journey of businesses in that area and beyond.

We would really value your contribution to the discussion and to assist in shaping the future of sustainable business practices in Wales.

You can secure your place here: Sustainability - Why Bother?

The event is also open to non-members so please feel free to share this with colleagues.

We will also be holding events in Bangor on 5th June and Cardiff on 10th September

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO THIS IMPORTANT DISCUSSION.

Aberystwyth Farmers’ Market

The popular Market will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month starting at 10am at The Old Arriva Bus Depot on Park Avenue, Aberystwyth. The next market will be held on Saturday 6th of April, 2024.

Visitors will be able to see many of the regular stallholders, including; Becws Carn Edwards Sugarcane Bakes Blaencamel Moch Coch Crwst Defaid Dolwerdd Cuckoo Mill Mel Bae Ceredigion Postance Poultry Plant on the Wall Ty Newydd Alpacas Cwmni Coffi Daffodil

To enquire for a stall or for more information about the farmers’ market please e-mail: ce.cynnalycardi@ceredigion.gov.uk

For information about the Market, keep an eye on the Aberystwyth Farmers’ Market website and on the Aber Farmers’ Market Facebook page

With special thanks to Angharad Bache - photographer for providing the cover image from Aberystwyth St. Davids Day Parade

Gyda diolch arbennig i Angharad Bache - ffotograffydd am ddarparu'r ddelwedd sydd ar y clawr o orymdaith Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Aberystwyth

Marchnad Ffermwyr Aberystwyth

Cynhelir y Farchnad boblogaidd ar ddydd Sadwrn 1af a 3ydd bob mis gan ddechrau am 10am yn Hen Depo Bws Arriva ar Rodfa'r Parc, Aberystwyth.

Bydd y farchnad nesaf yn cael ei chynnal ddydd Sadwrn 6 Ebrill 2024

Bydd ymwelwyr yn gallu gweld llawer o'r stondinwyr rheolaidd, gan gynnwys;

Becws Carn Edwards Sugarcane Bakes Blaencamel Moch Coch

Crwst Defaid Dolwerdd Cuckoo Mill Mel Bae Ceredigion

Postance Poultry Plant on the Wall Ty Newydd Alpacas

Cwmni Coffi Daffodil

I holi am stondin neu am fwy o wybodaeth am y farchnad ffermwyr, e-bostiwch: ce.cynnalycardi@ceredigion.gov.uk

I dderbyn mwy o wybodaeth am y Farchnad, cadwch lygad ar wefan Marchnad Ffermwyr Aberystwyth ac ar dudalen Facebook Marchnad Amaethwyr Aber

Be sy ‘mlaen???

Digwyddiadau Cymorth Busnes

9 Ebrill | Outreach Drop in Business Surgery Lampeter (Book you place by following the link)

https://www eventbrite co uk/e/outreach-drop-inbusiness-surgery-lampeter-tickets-811260821957

11 Ebrill | Finances and Bookkeeping Cardigan

(Book you place by following the link)

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/financesbookkeeping-aberteifi-cardigan-tickets858722631507

25 Ebrill | Outreach Drop-In Business Surgery New Quay

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Book you place by following the link)

https://www eventbrite com/e/outreach-drop-inbusiness-surgery-cei-newydd-new-quay-tickets788974633367

Mae'r Cynllun Grant Trawsnewid Trefi yn gynllun grant cyfalaf sy'n cwmpasu nifer o weithgareddau adfywio buddsoddi cyfalaf yng nghanol trefi - Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, Aberteifi, Llanbedr Pont Steffan, Llandysul a Thregaron a ariennir gan Lywodraeth Cymru. Byddwn yn cyhoeddi mwy o wybodaeth am Trawsnewid Trefi yn ein rhifyn nesaf

ARFOR - menter ar y cyd gan Gynghorau Sir Gaerfyrddin, Ceredigion, Gwynedd a Môn sy'n ceisio defnyddio entrepreneuriaeth a datblygiad economaidd i gefnogi cadarnleoedd yr iaith Gymraeg ac, felly, cynnal yr iaith.

Mae Crynodeb o bob cais llwyddiannus Cymunedau Medrus ARFOR 2 wedi ei gyhoeddi YMA ar y wefan Gellir gweld astudiaethau achos o ddau brosiect llwyddiannus isod

Nod Bwrlwm ARFOR yw cryfhau hunaniaeth cymunedau ar draws ARFOR drwy hybu defnydd cynyddol a gwell o’r Gymraeg Mae'r prosiect yn ceisio amlygu mentrau ARFOR a'u heffaith sylweddol ar fusnesau a chymunedau.

Gofodau Cymraeg

Mae ein map yn dal hanfod bywyd Cymraeg, gan arddangos gofodau lle mae iaith, traddodiad, a chymuned yn cysylltu.

Mae'r map wedi'i gynllunio ar gyfer archwiliad di-dor. Cliciwch ar ddolenni pob ardal a gweld rhestr o'r Gofodau Cymraeg yn eich rhanbarth.

Cysylltu â mentrau Cymraeg, digwyddiadau diwylliannol, a phrosiectau cymunedol sy’n rhoi bywyd i’r iaith Mae ein map yn dathlu’r gofodau deinamig lle mae’r Gymraeg yn ffynnu

Wedi dod o hyd i drysor cudd?

Rhannwch eich profiadau ar gyfryngau cymdeithasol! Enwebwch fusnes heddiw drwy dagio nhw yn y sylwadau ar ein'pinned post' ar Instagram neu Facebook am y cyfle i ennill taleb £100 ar gyfer y busnes hwnnw!

Os ydych yn ofod Cymraeg ac yn dymuno ymddangos ar y map hwn llenwch y ffurflen fer ar ein gwefan yma: https://www.bwrlwmarfor.cymru/gofodau-cymraeg-1

Galw am geisiadau ar gyfer Cronfa Rhaglen Digwyddiadau Cynnal y Cardi

Mae cyfle ariannu newydd wedi'i lansio i gefnogi ymrwymiad y Cyngor i ddenu mwy o ddigwyddiadau rhyngwladol a chenedlaethol i Geredigion.

Mae Cronfa Rhaglen Digwyddiadau Cynnal y Cardi, CFfGDU ar gyfer Ceredigion yn rhan o gyfres eang o raglenni sy'n cael eu darparu yng Ngheredigion, a ariennir drwy Gronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU (CFfGDU).

Mae twristiaeth yn sector economaidd sydd o bwysigrwydd hanfodol i Geredigion, sef y trydydd cyflogwr mwyaf yn y Sir ac rydym yn awyddus i adeiladu ar y sector hwn a denu ymwelwyr newydd i'r ardal.

Mae CFfGDU 2022-2025 yn biler canolog ar agenda uchelgeisiol Llywodraeth y DU ar gyfer Ffyniant Bro ac yn elfen sylweddol o'i chefnogaeth i leoedd ledled y DU. Mae'n darparu tair blynedd o gyllid ar gyfer buddsoddiad lleol.

Bydd Cronfa Rhaglen Digwyddiadau Cynnal y Cardi yn canolbwyntio ar:

Denu ymwelwyr i'r Sir. Mae’n hanfodol bod ceisiadau yn dangos sut y bydd gan y digwyddiad fudd i’r Sir gyfan, yn ogystal â manteision rhanbarthol a chenedlaethol ehangach

Cefnogi twf busnesau cysylltiedig (buddion busnes an-uniongyrchol) a datblygu swyddi sydd o werth uwch.

Datblygu a hyrwyddo digwyddiadau a phrofiadau lleol drwy gydol y flwyddyn sy'n annog pobl i ymweld â'r ardal leol a'i harchwilio. Rhaid i geisiadau ddangos sut y bydd y digwyddiad yn gwneud gwahaniaeth i unigolion, cymunedau a'r economi leol.

Cefnogaeth ar gyfer y celfyddydau lleol, treftadaeth ddiwylliannol a gweithgareddau creadigol

Rhaid i ddigwyddiadau gefnogi uchelgeisiau ynghylch newid yn yr hinsawdd neu'r newid i economi werdd trwy gynaliadwyedd a lleihau gwastraff

Dywedodd y Cynghorydd Clive Davies, Aelod Cabinet Ceredigion sy'n gyfrifol am yr adran Economi ac Adfywio: "Mae'r cyllid hwn yn gyfle i adeiladu ar y digwyddiadau sydd eisoes wedi digwydd yn y Sir fel Lleisiau Eraill Aberteifi 2023 a digwyddiadau sy'n parhau i ddychwelyd i'r Sir fel Rali Ceredigion. Dylai busnesau, gwirfoddolwyr a sefydliadau yng Ngheredigion fanteisio ar y cyfle ac ystyried sut y gallent dyfu a datblygu digwyddiad uchelgeisiol, perthnasol a phriodol i'w gynnal yn y sir yn y blynyddoedd i ddod."

Yr isafswm grant sydd ar gael yw £30,000 gyda'r uchafswm grant sydd ar gael yn £100,000.

Bydd pob grant yn seiliedig ar 80% o'r costau cymwys Rhaid i arian cyfatebol fod yn arian parod (yn hytrach na "mewn nwyddau").

Er mwyn sicrhau bod eich prosiect yn gymwys, rhaid i ymgeiswyr sydd â diddordeb ddarllen y nodiadau cyfarwyddyd yn ofalus ac anfon briff byr, gan amlinellu eich syniad (fformat pwynt bwled) a dadansoddiad o'r gwariant a’u anfon at: ce.cynnalycardi@ceredigion.gov.uk cyn dechrau ar y ffurflen gais

Mae mwy o wybodaeth am sut y gallwch gyflwyno cais ar gael yma:

Nod y Gronfa Lluosi sy'n rhan o Gronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin ehangach y DU yw gwella sgiliau rhifedd swyddogaethol trwy diwtora personol am ddim, hyfforddiant digidol, a chyrsiau hyblyg. Mae gan y Canolbarth gyllideb o £5 miliwn ar gyfer prosiectau Lluosi hyd at fis Rhagfyr 2024. Mae chwe phrosiect wedi derbyn arian CFfGDU i hybu sgiliau rhifedd oedolion yng Ngheredigion Am fwy o wybodaeth a chrynodeb o bob prosiect ewch yma.

Mae teimlo'n hyderus gyda rhifau yn helpu ym mhob agwedd o fywyd o fesur deunyddiau adeiladu neu gymysgu lliw gwallt, gwirio anfonebau, helpu'r plant gyda'u gwaith cartref neu hyd yn oed sefydlu busnes.

Ond os ydych chi'n teimlo'n nerfus wrth feddwl am rifau, dydych chi ddim ar eich pen eich hun!

Gyda chostau byw yn mynd i fyny ac i fyny, efallai mai nawr yw'r amser i fwrw ymlaen â rhifau. O gyrsiau ar-lein hyblyg i fentora un i un, dysgwch sut rydych chi eisiau, pan fyddwch chi eisiau

Mae'r cyrsiau rhifedd am ddim ar gyfer preswylwyr Ceredigion, 19 oed a throsodd sydd heb cyflawni o leiaf safon C TGAU neu cyfwerth mewn mathemateg Unigolion sydd eisiau datblygu eu sgiliau rhifedd ar gyfer gwaith neu gynnydd neu ar gyfer bywyd bob dydd.

Yn ogystal, fe wnaethom osod gorsaf gwefru ceir i ddarparu ar gyfer ymwelwyr newydd a rhai sy'n dychwelyd yn ogystal ag ar gyfer aelodau'r gymuned Gwnaethom hefyd ddefnyddio'r cyllid i gwblhau gaith ffordd, fel y cynghorwyd gan Croeso Cymru, mae'n hanfodol i gynnal ein sgôr 5 seren, bydd methu â chwblhau'r argymhellion a nodwyd gan Croeso Cymru yn golygu ein bod mewn perygl o golli ein sgôr 5 seren. Mae ein nod nid yn unig at ddibenion arbed costau ond hefyd cyflogaeth drwy gydol y flwyddyn a mynediad anghyfyngedig i'r parc i bawb.

Pa effaith gadarnhaol mae'r gronfa wedi'i chael ar eich busnes?

Mae'r cyllid wedi cael effaith gadarnhaol enfawr ar y busnes Rhagwelir y byddwn yn gwneud arbediad mawr yn flynyddol o'r costau ynni is (rydym eisoes wedi gweld gostyngiad yn ein mesurydd trydan confensiynol). Bydd y cynilo hwn yn ein galluogi i gadw staff, aros ar agor drwy gydol misoedd y gaeaf a gobeithio y byddwn yn cyflogi mwy o staff Mae hefyd wedi rhoi cyfle i ni wneud gwaith daear hanfodol cyn yr amserlen i gydymffurfio â cheisiadau Croeso Cymru (sydd yn ei dro yn ein cynorthwyo i sicrhau ein sgôr 5 seren)

A yw'r cyllid wedi helpu eich busnes i fod yn fwy cynaliadwy?

Bydd yr arbedion a ragwelir o'r defnydd o baneli solar yn fawr yn lleihau costau blynyddol y busnes. Mae trydan o bell ffordd y gost fwyaf i'r busnes ac felly'r gostyngiad yn y gost honno bydd nawr yn gwneud y busnes yn fwy cynaliadwy

Sut fydd hyn yn effeithio ar eich economi / cymuned leol?

Bydd y gwelliannau a wneir o amgylch y parc ynghyd â gosod paneli solar yn arwain at fwy o refeniw ar gyfer y maes carafanau ac, yn eu tro, yn ysgogi busnesau lleol drwy hybu twristiaeth yn yr ardal, a thrwy hynny fod o fudd i economi ehangach Ceredigion 'Y prysura y mae’r parciau carafannau yna y prysura y fydd Cei Newydd'

A fyddech wedi gallu gweithredu hyn heb Gronfa Cynnal y Cardi? Mae absenoldeb arian cyhoeddus yn effeithio'n sylweddol ar ehangu a datblygu'r busnes, gan achosi oedi sylweddol wrth sefydlu cyfleoedd cyflogaeth cynaliadwy a newydd yn y maes carafanau. Mae gennym drwydded weithredu drwy gydol y flwyddyn, ac rydym yn cadw ati'n ddiwyd Serch hynny, mae ein gallu i weithredu'r maes carafanau yn llawn trwy gydol y flwyddyn gyfan yn cael ei rwystro gan gostau trydan afresymol. Mae sicrhau cymorth ariannol wedi ein grymuso i weithredu'n llawn, gan y byddai'r costau trydan is yn arwain at arbedion cost sylweddol i'n busnes Mae'r gronfa hon wedi ein galluogi i weithredu'r argymhellion a wnaed gan Croeso Cymru a oedd i gwblhau’r gwaith ffordd ac ail-wynebu'r parc i sicrhau ein bod yn cadw ein sgôr pum seren, rhywbeth yr ydym yn falch ohono ac eisiau ei gadw, fodd bynnag, gyda'r diffyg arian, byddai hyn yn y fantol felly mae'r gronfa wedi bod yn hanfodol i danio twf y busnes a sicrhau y gall gynhyrchu swyddi yn effeithiol cyfrannu at yr economi leol.

A fyddech chi'n ystyried gwneud cais am gronfa Cynnal y Cardi yn y dyfodol?

Ie, yn sicr Ni fyddem yn y sefyllfa yr ydym fel busnes heb yr arian hwn Boed i ni achub ar y cyfle hwn i ddiolch yn fawr iawn i chi am eich arweiniad a'ch cefnogaeth drwy gydol y broses gyfan. Roedd hwn yn brofiad cadarnhaol mewn gwirionedd. Mae eich cyfathrebu â ni wedi bod yn wych ac rydym wedi mwynhau'r broses

Caeodd Cronfa Cynal y Cardi ar y 25ain o Fawrth 2024 am 11:59y.h. Mae'r gronfa (fusnes a chymunedol) wedi profi i fod yn boblogaidd iawn ac mae'r tîm yn brysur yn mynd drwy’r ceisiadau Bydd pob cais yn cael ei wirio am gymhwysedd a bod yr holl ddogfennau ategol wedi'u hamgáu cyn trefnu a trosglwyddo’r wybodaeth ar gyfer y panel prossesu Tîm Cynnal y Cardi sy'n gweithio'n ddiwyd ar y ceisiadau yw;

Catrin George Swyddog Datblygu Prosiectau a Busnes

Rhiannon John Swyddog Datblygu Trefi Gwledig

Erin McCudden Swyddog Datblygu Prosiectau Busnes

Un cais sydd wedi'i ddyfarnu ar gyfer Cronfa Cynnal y Cardi yw Parc Carafanau Melyn Wern, cawsom y cyfle i ddal lan gyda nhw ‘cyn y Pasg

Rhowch gyflwyniad i ni o’ch busnes cyn Cronfa Cynnal y Cardi?

Parc carafanau teithiol yw Parc Carafanau Wern Mill sydd wedi'i leoli ychydig y tu allan i Gei Newydd mewn pentref bach o'r enw Gilfachrheda. Prynwyd y parc gennym ni yn 2019 ac fe'i hadferwyd a'i ailgynllunio'n llwyr i ddarparu 60 o leiniau a chyfleusterau o ansawdd uchel. Er bod llawer iawn o waith wedi'i wneud ar y parc i ddechrau, roeddem yn gwbl ymwybodol bod angen gwelliannau parhaus yn ystod misoedd y gaeaf, y 5 mlynedd ganlynol i wneud y parc yn sefydliad o ansawdd uchel, o safon uchel Fel gyda phob busnes, ond yn enwedig gyda Pharciau Carafannau Teithiol, mae'r defnydd o ynni yn uchel, ynghyd â phrisiau ynni yn codi, golyga hyn bod y fusnes yn gwynebu costau ynni uchel iawn y mis, gan roi baich mawr ar y cyllid.

Esboniwch beth mae eich busnes wedi'i dderbyn drwy Gronfa Cynnal y Cardi? Fe wnaethom gais llwyddiannus am Gronfa Cynnal y Cardi i gryfhau twf a chynaliadwyedd ein maes carafanau teithiol 5 seren Er mwyn sicrhau staffio drwy gydol y flwyddyn ac effeithlonrwydd y gost, gwnaethom ddefnyddio'r cyllid i fuddsoddi mewn paneli solar, gan leihau costau trydan hyd at 60% mewn pum mlynedd

Y nod yw sicrhau y gallwn agor y maes carafanau yn llawn am 12 mis o'r flwyddyn, rhywbeth y mae cyfyngu arnom i'w wneud oherwydd y costau trydan uchel yn ystod misoedd y gaeaf.

Yn fam i dri o blant, mae Natasha’n dweud na fyddai wedi gallu gwireddu’r weledigaeth oedd ganddi heb gefnogaeth ei theulu a help gan Antur Cymru.

“Roedd Antur Cymru’n anhygoel” meddai “yn enwedig Barry, a arweiniodd fi drwy’r holl broses

Roedd hynny’n bwysig iawn gan nad oeddwn wedi cael unrhyw brofiad o wneud hyn o’r blaen.” “Dwi eisoes yn arallgyfeirio ac wedi cael archebion ar gyfer partïon a phriodasau. Dwi’n gobeithio gallu cynyddu’r elfen honno o’r fusnes yn ogystal â chyflwyno melysion newydd, cyffrous i’n cwsmeriaid.

“Dwi’n teimlo’n fwy hyderus ac ry’ ni mewn lle da Dwi’n teimlo’n gyffrous am y dyfodol ” Meddai Barry : “Roedd hi’n bleser gallu arwain Natasha ar ei thaith - o gyflwyno’i syniad hyd at agor drysau’r siop - roedd hwnnw’n ddiwrnod o ddathlu mawr.

“Ry’ ni’n falch iawn ein bod wedi gallu cefnogi Natasha ar y daith anhygoel hon yn ogystal â masanchwyr eraill ar stryd fawr brysur Aberteifi sydd wedi cael adfywiad ers y flwyddyn newydd. “Fel sefydliad ry’n ni wedi ymrwymo i helpu perchnogion busnes, entrepreneuriaid ac unrhyw un sydd ag egin syniad y maent eisiau ei ddatblygu – a gyda’r offer a’r adnoddau i wireddu eu breuddwydion – roedd hynny’n sicr yn wir yn yr achos hwn. Llongyfarchiadau Natasha!”

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Mae Cyngor Tref Llanbedr Pont Steffan gyda chefnogaeth 'Caru Llanbed' wedi sicrhau cyllid Cronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU (CFfGDU)ar gyfer gwelliannau i ganol y dref, tra'n creu ffyniant ac ymdeimlad o hunaniaeth a balchder yn Llanbedr Pont Steffan.

Mae gwefan ddwyieithog newydd ar gyfer y dref bellach wedi'i chwblhau, gan ddarparu cyfoeth o gynnwys i'r gymuned ac ymwelwyr, a ddefnyddir i hyrwyddo digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau yn yr ardal yn ogystal ag eitemau newyddion Mae datblygiadau pellach ar y gweill i hyrwyddo'r dref er mwyn denu mwy o ymwelwyr. Bydd busnesau, siopau a bwytai hefyd yn cael eu hysbysebu Bydd hysbysfwrdd rhyngweithiol yn cael ei osod yng nghanol y dref sy'n cynnwys map o’r dref. Bydd nwyddau 'Caru Llanbed' yn cael eu prynu ar gyfer digwyddiadau a gynhelir drwy gydol y flwyddyn, fel siopa hwyrnos, ffair Nadolig a’r Wledd fwyd. Mae'r ysgol uwchradd leol, Ysgol Bro Pedr wedi cael cynnig y cyfle i greu murlun yn Stryd y Farchnad, a bydd hyn yn gwella ymddangosiad yr ardal, sef canolbwynt ar gyfer digwyddiadau amrywiol Dyma gyfle i Ysgol Bro Pedr ymgysylltu â'r gymuned a chreu ymdeimlad o berchnogaeth yng nghanol y dref.

Bydd offer chwarae a byrddau picnic yn cael eu prynu a'u lleoli ym Mharc yr Orsedd ynghyd â chefnogaeth pwyllgor Parciau a Blodau'r dref. Bydd man eistedd hygyrch addas i gadeiriau olwyn a gynlluniwyd yn cael ei greu yn Stryd y Farchnad, a bydd creu'r ardal gymunedol hon yn annog profiad mwy pleserus yn y dref.

Yn ddiweddar trefnodd 'Caru Llanbed' ynghyd â chefnogaeth Cyngor Tref Llanbedr Pont Steffan ddigwyddiad arddangos a gynhaliwyd yng Ngwesty'r Black Lion yn Llanbedr Pont Steffan, lle daeth pobl leol, busnesau a sefydliadau ynghyd Digwyddiad llwyddiannus cyffredinol Cyfle rhwydweithio gwych i drafod cyfleoedd ariannu a gwirfoddoli, ymhlith pynciau eraill

Mae EESW yn estyn allan i ysgolion i archebu sesiynau yn dilyn gwyliau'r Pasg, o fis Ebrill 2024 Mae EESW yn deall yr anawsterau y mae ysgolion yn eu hwynebu wrth allu dod â myfyrwyr y tu allan i'r ystafell ddosbarth, ac felly gellir addasu'r sesiynau i'w cyflwyno fel rhan o'r dosbarthiadau wedi'u hamserlennu, neu hyd yn oed fel clybiau STEM neu weithgaredd ar ôl ysgol. Mae gweithgareddau hefyd wedi'u cynllunio i fod yn gynhwysol, fel y gellir eu teilwra i ystod o anghenion unigolion mewn ystafell ddosbarth.

I archebu un o'r gweithdai, dylai ysgolion lenwi ffurflen archebu neu gysylltu ag EESW ar info@stemcymru.org.uk am fwy o wybodaeth

Mae Antur Cymru wedi bod yn brysur yn cefnogi busnesau yn y Sir gan ddarparu cyngor, gweithdai a mannau siopau i fusnesau presennol yn ogystal â busnesau newydd drwy UKSPF. Melys oedd dechrau busnes Natasha Osinga gyda help menter Antur Cymru. Siom fawr i gwsmeriaid ffyddlon siop melysion draddodiadol Yum Yum yn Aberteifi oedd gweld y siop yn cau ym mis Medi. Sefydlwyd y fusnes gan y teulu Osinga yn 2001. Bu’n siop boblogaidd iawn ar y stryd fawr am dros ddau ddegawd

Y newyddion da yw ei bod wedi ail-agor gyda Natasha, wyres y perchnogion gwreiddiol, wrth y llyw. Cysylltodd Natasha ag Antur Cymru yng Nghastellnewydd Emlyn i ofyn am help i ail-agor y siop oedd mor agos i’w chalon. Yn rhan o’r rhaglen Cymorth Busnes

Lleol / Local Business Support, a arianwyd gan Gronfa Ffyniant Bro Llwyodraeth y DU trwy Gyngor Sir Ceredigion, cafodd arweiniad a chyngor gan yr Ymgynghorydd Busnes, Barry Morgan. Yn ogystal â llwyddo gyda chais Dechrau Busnes ar gyfer gosodiadau a ffitiadau newydd, prynu stoc a sicrhau cyflenwyr newydd, mae Natasha bellach wedi cyflogi pum aelod o staff parhahol a thymhorol.

Ac, ar ôl ychydig o wythnosau yn ôl wrth y llyw, mae Natasha wrth ei bodd â’r ymateb:

“Mae’n brysurach nag oeddwn i wedi disgwyl” meddai Natasha “Mae wedi bod yn ddi-stop ers y diwrnod cyntaf.”

“Mae’r siop wedi bod yn y teulu am mor hir doeddwn i wir ddim eisiau ei gweld hi’n wâg na’i rhedeg gan rywun arall Mae’n wych gallu rhoi bywyd newydd iddi

“Diolch i bawb sydd wedi cefnogi fi a Yum Yum. Dwi mor ddiolchgar ac yn edrych ymlaen i fod yma am flynyddoedd i ddod.

Gan aros ar y thema o gefnogi pobl ifanc, prosiect arall a ariennir o dan CFfGDU yng Ngheredigion yw STEM Cymru, mae Cyflwyniad i Beirianneg a Gweithgynhyrchu yn cael eu darparu gan Gynllun Addysg Peirianneg Cymru i gynnig cyfle i ysgolion uwchradd yng Ngheredigion gael cyfres o weithdai a ddarperir yn eu hystafelloedd dosbarth

Mae'r sesiynau am ddim wedi'u hanelu at ddisgyblion Cyfnod Allweddol 3, gyda'r bwriad o helpu i gynyddu llif sgiliau talent pobl ifanc i gwrdd â chyflogadwyedd yn y rhanbarth yn y dyfodol. Mae'r gweithdai hyn wedi'u cynllunio i gael eu cyflwyno i hyd at 30 o ddisgyblion ar y tro, fel y gall pob ysgol gymryd rhan ac yn cyd-fynd â'r ddarpariaeth o fewn amserlen eu hysgol Mae’r gweithgareddau'n ymarferol, ac yn gofyn i bobl ifanc ddatblygu sgiliau newydd, megis gwaith tîm, cyfathrebu, codio a TG, meddwl arbrofol, datrys problemau a meddwl creadigol ac arloesol Datblygwyd rhai o'r gweithdai yn wreiddiol gan EESW fel rhan o'i brosiect STEM Cymru, a ariannwyd gan ESF hyd at 2023.

Ar hyn o bryd mae'r prosiect yn cael ei ariannu gan Gronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU ac yn cael ei yrru gan yr ymgyrch Ffyniant Bro a weinyddir gan Cyngor Sir Ceredigion sy'n caniatáu i EESW barhau â rhywfaint o'r gwaith da a chefnogi ysgolion wrth gyflawni nodau trawsgwricwlaidd y Cwricwlwm newydd i Gymru, ac mae'n cynnig gweithgaredd i bobl ifanc sy'n eu galluogi i ystyried astudio Gwyddoniaeth, Technoleg, Peirianneg a Mathemateg (STEM) pynciau TGAU ac ôl-16, ac yn rhoi cipolwg ar opsiynau gyrfa o fewn y sector Peirianneg. Dywedodd gwerthuswyr allanol blaenorol EESW: "Roedd y gweithgareddau a gyflwynwyd o fewn y sesiynau'n cynnwys cyflwyniadau a oedd yn canolbwyntio ar sut y gellir defnyddio technoleg fodern i gefnogi'r daith tuag at ‘net sero’ - er enghraifft sut y gellir defnyddio dylunio a chodio cyfrifiadurol i weithgynhyrchu tyrbinau gwynt."

Mae disgyblion Ysgol Henry Richard, Tregaron yn cynnal gweithdai dros ddeuddydd ar ol gwyliau, lle byddant yn dysgu codio micro:bit y BBC i reoli bygi a gwneud cyfres o dasgau Byddant yn gweithio mewn grwpiau o 2 neu 3 ac ar ddiwedd y gweithdy byddant yn deall egwyddorion codio sylfaenol, a byddant wedi ystyried paramedrau fel amseru, pellter a dolenni. Mae’r gweithdai wedi'u cynllunio i ddod i ben gydag elfen cystadleol fel y gall disgyblion rannu eu sgiliau a'u gwybodaeth, sydd hefyd yn creu ymdeimlad o gyflawniad. Dywedodd ysgol uwchradd yng Ngheredigion yn flaenorol fod "EESW wedi galluogi llawer o ddisgyblion i gael llawer o brofiadau a mewnwelediadau newydd i STEM "

Mae prosiect Reverb yn cefnogi pobl ifanc i fyw, gweithio a thyfu o fewn eu cymuned Mae'n darparu amgylchedd diogel, byw a gwaith, lle gall pobl ifanc wneud camgymeriadau a dysgu oddi wrth eu gilydd heb ganlyniadau enbyd Gobeithio y bydd hyn yn eu galluogi i ennill y sgiliau a'r profiadau i'w hannog i aros yn lleol.

Sgiliau Cyflogadwyedd

Mae AREA43 hefyd yn dysgu sgiliau bywyd, fel golchi dillad, cyllidebu, coginio, siopa a glanhau

Mae Area 43 yn aelod o Is-grŵp Tlodi Ceredigion, Grwpiau Tlodi Bwyd, Fareshare a chynlluniau Neighbourly Maen’t yn gweithio mewn partneriaeth â banciau bwyd a thyfwyr bwyd i fynd i'r afael â thlodi bwyd ledled Ceredigion, yn ddarparu bwyd a diodydd â chymhorthdal ac am ddim i bob person ifanc sy'n defnyddio ein gwasanaethau.

Ers dechrau Gorffennaf 2023, o dan Cronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU, rydyn’t wedi cyflogi 18 o bobl ifanc fel Reverb Baristas (ac yn anelu at 56 erbyn diwedd mis Rhagfyr). Mae holl cyfranogwyr Reverb yn ennill cymwysterau Diogelwch Bwyd, Hylendid ac Alergenau Bwyd fel rhan o'r rhaglen. O'r garfan hon, mae 15 eisoes wedi cwblhau'r cymwysterau

Mae 8 person ifanc wedi cwblhau cyfnod ar leoliad gwaith am 3 mis Mae 1 wedi derbyn swydd, roedden’t yn ei gyflogi fel gweithiwr Cymorth Ieuenctid; ac mae 3 wedi penderfynnu mynychu addysg uwch. Mae 2 yn derbyn cymorth a hyfforddiant ychwanegol gan Futureworks a Cyfle Cymru. Mae 1 yn bwriadu defnyddio eu sgiliau i weithio wrth deithio, ac mae'r 2 arall yn chwilio am waith

Fel rhan o gyllid Ffyniant Bro ar gyfer eu Lleoliadau Cyflogaeth â Chymorth, ymwelodd cynrychiolwyr o Lywodraeth y DU â Depot fel model rhagorol ar gyfer y math hwn o gymorth cyflogaeth Yn ddiweddar, mae Area 43 wedi cyhoeddi eu Maniffesto ‘Safle Saff i Siarad’.

Mae eu hymgynghoriad yn parhau ac yn cael ei arwain gan weithiwr cymorth ieuenctid. Mae Tîm 43 yn grŵp o bobl ifanc sy'n defnyddio’r gwasanaethau ac yn rhoi adborth ar bob agwedd ar y Caffi Ieuenctid. Eu nod yw parhau i gefnogi pobl ifanc drwy gael gwared ar rwystrau i wasanaethau a sicrhau canlyniadau cadarnhaol, trwy fod yn hyblyg ac ymatebol i'w helpu i ddatgloi eu potensial, hyd yn oed yn wyneb adfyd.

Fe wnaethont peilota cynllun hyfforddi a chyflogaeth, Reverb gyda chymorth Cronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU o dan awen Ffyniant Bro i ymestyn y ddarpariaeth Mae'r prosiect yn rhoi cyfle unigryw i rai o'u pobl ifanc sydd ar wahân yn gymdeithasol ac ynysig gael mynediad i gyflogaeth mewn modd sy'n sicrhau eu bod yn goresgyn anfantais Maen’t am ysbrydoli pobl ifanc i ddod yn aelodau gweithgar o'r gymuned drwy eu prosiectau, hyfforddiant a sgiliau cyflogadwyedd gan eu galluogi i ennill sgiliau a phrofiad mewn amgylchedd diogel, â chymorth

Mae'r rhaglen yn canolbwyntio ar yr elfen ‘Pobl a Sgiliau’ sy’n galluogi pobl ifanc i ennill sgiliau a phrofiad ymarferol mewn amgylchedd diogel a chefnogol gan gefnogi’r economi ehangach yn fwy hygyrch trwy eu grymuso i gael gwaith gyda busnesau lleol ac I i fynd i'r afael â'r prinder llafur

Mae pob cyfranogwr Reverb yn cael eu cyflogi hyd at 18 awr yr wythnos sy'n cynnwys gweithio yn amgylchedd y caffi a derbyn hyfforddiant sy’n seiliedig ar eu sgiliau. Mae o leiaf pedair awr yn n

Mae eu hymyriadau yn mynd i'r afael ag anghenion penodol o fewn y gynulleidfa darged, fel lles corfforol ac emosiynol. Trwy eu gwasanaethau cwnsela a chymorth, maen’t yn darparu mannau diogel, cynhwysol, croesawgar ac atyniadol i bobl ifanc, ar-lein ac wyneb yn wyneb, sy'n gwella gwytnwch cymunedol

Yn ystod eu sesiynau cymorth, mae ‘baristas’ yn cwblhau canlyniadau ar ffurf seren ar ddechrau a diwedd y rhaglen i olrhain eu cynnydd. Mae'r un yma yn adlewyrchiad o daith un o'r bobl ifanc Mae’r pinc yn adlewyrchu eu man cychwyn o fewn y rhaglen ac mae'r glas yn adlewyrchu sut roedden nhw'n teimlo eu bod wedi datblygu yn ystod eu hamser yn Depot Mae’r dyluniad hefyd yn cynnwys rhywfaint o adborth o'u cyfweliad ymadael, fel y gallwch weld o’u hunanfyfyrio hefyd

Mae eu gwaith wedi'i ategu gan ein gwerthoedd, gan osod cleientiaid AREA43 wrth wraidd popeth a gwnant Maen’t yn ymfalchïo mewn darparu y gwasanaeth gorau y gallant drwy;

Ymgynghori'n gyson â'n pobl ifanc, ond yn gynnar yn 2021 yn y ystod cyfnod clo, cynhaliodd y sefydliad ymgynghoriad sylweddol ar-lein er mwyn ail-sefydlu ei gwasanaeth ar gyfer y dyfodol. A dyma’r ymateb y cawson gan y bobl ifanc, yn dweud wrthynt eu bod angen; Man cyfarfod hamddenol sy'n ddiogel, cyfeillgar, cynhwysol a goddefgar.

Ystod oedran ehangach i gynnwys pobl iau

Lle i bob person ifanc o bob cefndir cymdeithasol a diwylliannol gymryd rhan mewn rhyngweithio cymdeithasol â'u cyfoedion mewn amgylchedd diogel a chefnogol o gyffuriau a di-alcohol Lleoliad ar gyfer ymlacio, hamdden ac adloniant.

Safle ar gyfer gwybodaeth, cyfeirio at wasanaethau neu hyd yn oed gofal uniongyrchol /darpariaeth gwasanaeth.

Man lle gall pobl ifanc ddatblygu perthnasoedd o ansawdd da gyda'u cyfoedion a chydag oedolion.

Lle anffurfiol, addysgiadol i bobl ifanc ddysgu sgiliau bywyd a gwella eu cyfleoedd cyflogaeth Ymreolaeth a chyfranogiad yn yr hyn sy'n digwydd yn y gofod.

Felly, gyda hynny mewn golwg, gwnaethant edrych ar y posibilrwydd o ddod o hyd i leoliad ar gyfer caffi ieuenctid a fyddai'n darparu man cyfarfod diogel, ymroddedig o ansawdd i bobl ifanc wneud yr holl bethau hyn. Roeddent yn ffodus bod hen Adeilad Celf Pendre ar gael tua'r un adeg fel gofod caffi yn llawn offer. Diolch i eu hymddiriedolwyr a cheisiadau cyllid grant egnïol iawn, roeddent yn gallu prynu'r adeilad ym mis Mawrth 2021.

Mae Depot wedi'i leoli yng nghanol tref Aberteifi, ac mae ar agor o 1-7pm o ddydd Llun i ddydd Sadwrn i bobl ifanc 14 - 25 oed, a boreau Sadwrn ar gyfer pontio ar gyfer pobl ifanc 11 - 13 oed.

Maen’t yn gweld tua 200 o bobl ifanc bob wythnos, y mis diwethaf cawsant bron i 1000 o ymweliadau (921) gan dros 250 o unigolion

C R O E S O

Croeso i gylchlythyr Cynnal y Cardi, rifyn y Gwanwyn, dros y tudalennau nesaf rydym yn dod â'r newyddion diweddaraf i chi am ein rhaglenni o brosiectau a gyflwynir yma yng Ngheredigion Mae Strategaeth Economaidd Ceredigion 2020-2035 yn nodi sut y byddwn yn gweithio gyda'n gilydd tuag at sicrhau twf economaidd cryf, cynaliadwy a mwy gwydn i Geredigion, a grëwyd ac a rennir gan bawb

Mae Cynllun Corfforaethol Ceredigion wedi nodi mai rhoi hwb i'r economi yw un o brif flaenoriaethau Cyngor Sir Ceredigion, gan ein bod yn sylweddoli'r angen i fynd i'r afael â rhai o'r heriau sydd gennym ac i roi cyfleoedd i'n pobl a'n mentrau dyfu a ffynnu yma yng Ngheredigion.

Mae Strategaeth Economaidd Ceredigion yn fframwaith ar gyfer adeiladu dull cydweithredol o ddatblygu Ceredigion uchelgeisiol, gwydn ac unigryw, lle gall pobl weld dyfodol clir drostynt eu hunain. Mae cyflwyno'r Strategaeth o fewn strwythur Twf a Menter Cyngor Sir Ceredigion gyda thîm Cynnal y Cardi yn cyflawni gweithgarwch prosiect ar lawr gwlad. I ddarllen y Strategaeth cliciwch yma.

Mae rhaglen Cronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU yn darparu cyllid tair blynedd ar gyfer buddsoddiad lleol. Mae Rhanbarth Canolbarth Cymru wedi cael £42 miliwn rhwng 1 Ebrill 2022 a 31 Mawrth 2025 a dyrannwyd £14 miliwn i Geredigion Prif nod y Gronfa yw meithrin balchder mewn lle a gwella cyfleoedd bywyd ledled y DU. Mae hyn yn gydnaws â chenadaethau’r Papur Gwyn ar Ffyniant Bro, yn enwedig: “Erbyn 2030, bydd balchder mewn lle, megis boddhad pobl â'u tref leol a'r ffordd y maent yn cymryd rhan mewn digwyddiadau diwylliannol a chymunedol lleol, wedi cynyddu ym mhob rhan o'r DU, a bydd y bwlch rhwng yr ardaloedd sy'n perfformio orau ac ardaloedd eraill yn lleihau"

Cyhoeddir ceisiadau llwyddiannus CFfGDU yng Ngheredigion ar wefan Ceredigion, ewch yma i weld y rhestr lawn Rydym yn falch iawn o gyhoeddi bod y prosiectau llwyddiannus yn eu hanterth ac eisoes yn gwneud gwahaniaeth i gymunedau Ceredigion. Bydd y rhifyn yma yn tynnu sylw at rai o’r prosiectau y mae tîm Cynnal y Cardi yn eu gweinyddu

Prosiect sy'n gwneud gwahaniaeth dyddiol i fywydau pobl ifanc yn Aberteifi,Ceredigion yw Reverb gan AREA43 sy'n cael ei ariannu gan CFfGDU Cawsom y pleser o gyfarfod Lisa Head, Pennaeth, Rheolwr Cyfathrebu ac Ymgysylltu ar gyfer AREA43 ac un o'rpobl ifanc, Taylor sydd wedi bod drwy raglen Reverb ac wedi clywed yn uniongyrchol sut mae'r prosiect wedi ei helpu

Rhaglen Area 43 yw Reverb a ariennir gan Cronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DU sy'n elusen dan arweiniad ieuenctid, a sefydlwyd ym 1996 i ddarparu gwybodaeth, cefnogaeth a hyfforddiant i bobl ifanc yn Aberteifi.

Ein cenhadaeth yw grymuso a chefnogi hawliau pobl ifanc i gael mynediad at wasanaethau cyngor, cwnsela a chymorth lleol, o ansawdd uchel, sy'n seiliedig ar dystiolaeth i wella eu cyfleoedd bywyd ar gyfer dyfodol gwell. Rydym yn gweithio mewn partneriaeth â phobl ifanc ac eraill i hyrwyddo datblygiad gwasanaeth am ddim, sy'n canolbwyntio ar bobl a’u hanghenion.

Credwn fod pawb yn haeddu'r cyfle i wireddu eu potensial, beth bynnag fo'u hamgylchiadau bywyd. Dylai fod gan bob person ifanc rywle i droi ato a rhywun i siarad â nhw, ble bynnag a phryd bynnag y mae eu hangen arnynt.

C Y L C H L Y T H Y R

CROESO

CRONFA FFYNIANT GYFFREDIN DU

CRONFA CYNNAL Y CARDI

LLUOSI

CRONFA RHAGLEN DIGWYDDIADAU

ARFOR BE SYDD ‘MLAEN?

CYFLEOEDD ARIANNU ERAILL