Several hats; some of which fit occasionally; father, ex dog owner, coach & Chief Exec. These are my personal views

Joined January 2014
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Chris Johnes retweeted
2 Jul 2025
Yn Gofod 3 heddiw - yn siarad am bŵer a dilysrwydd gweithredu cymunedol ledled Cymru | At Gofod 3 today - talking about the power and validity of community action across Wales
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Chris Johnes retweeted
2 Jul 2025
Digwyddiad gwych yn #Gofod3 heddiw - diolch i bawb a ddaeth i'n digwyddiad ar pam mae rhoi cymunedau mewn rheolaeth mor hanfodol | Fantastic event at #Gofod3 today - thanks to all who came to our event on why putting communities in control is so vital.
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Chris Johnes retweeted
7 Jul 2025
💡Oes gennych chi farn? Syniadau mawr? Pethau rydych chi eisiau eu gweld yn newid? Dyma'ch cyfle i lunio maniffesto ar gyfer cymunedau. Cymerwch yr arolwg a rhowch wybod i ni eich barn oherwydd maen nhw'n haeddu cael eu clywed. 👂shorturl.at/Ufjiz #Senedd2026
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Chris Johnes retweeted
7 Jul 2025
💡Got opinions? Big ideas? Things you want to see change? This is your chance to shape a manifesto for communities. Take the survey and let us know your views because they deserve to be heard. 👂shorturl.at/UVBVv #Senedd2026
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Chris Johnes retweeted
9 Jul 2025
📣 Pembrokeshire Social Enterprise Network is back on 10 July at the Bridge Innovation Centre from 9:30am - 4pm. 🫶Workshops, speed networking, support more. 💡Free, friendly, & full of ideas 🎥 Watch the video: youtu.be/3YQzRpD-Mo8?si=GzdH… 🤩Book here! shorturl.at/S89q5
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Chris Johnes retweeted
9 Jun 2025
Mae @ArePlas yn gwybod bod #gwirfoddolwyr yn werth eu pwysau mewn aur: y dwylo, y calonnau a'r brwdfrydedd y tu ôl i ddigwyddiadau cymunedol llwyddiannus. O griw'r carnifal i bencampwyr glanhau: rydyn ni'n eich gweld chi, rydyn ni'n diolch i chi, ni allem ni ei wneud hebdoch chi.
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Chris Johnes retweeted
9 Jun 2025
💛As @ArePlas know, volunteers are worth their weight in gold and then some. They are the hands, hearts & hustle behind every successful community event. From carnival crews to clean-up champs: we see you, we thank you, we couldn’t do it without you.💛 #Volunteers #CommunityPower
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An amazing inspirational story; hundres of people coming together in Neath to make their community a happier and more supportive place; really proud that @BCTWales are supporting them @TNLComFundWales @WCVACymru
5 Jun 2025
👋During this year's #VolunteerWeek2025, we are celebrating FAN in Neath - a powerful example of community-led change. When neighbors lead, connection grows. Every town deserves a FAN. 👉 Read our blog for more! shorturl.at/O5N4e
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Chris Johnes retweeted
2 Jun 2025
Meet Jayne, she’s not just growing vegetables - she’s growing connection, confidence and community. Her story is a reminder of why volunteering matters. It’s not just about giving time. It’s about planting hope and watching it take root in the people around you. #volunteersweek
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Chris Johnes retweeted
4 Jun 2025
🧡💙💚💜 “Mae yna griw gwych o bobl, mae’n lle croesawgar.” Daeth Philip o hyd i fwy na rôl wirfoddoli yn unig yn @VCGalleryWales roedd yn ei gweld yn newid ei fywyd, gyda chyfeillgarwch newydd, pwrpas newydd a'r cyfle i wneud pethau nad oedd ond erioed wedi breuddwydio amdanynt.
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The development of the Pill Unity gardens has been an amazing effort by residents, housing association and the council to bring a green growing space right to the heart of the city centre and rightfully recognised with a #GreenFlag Award by @KeepWalesTidy
2 Jun 2025
Meet Jayne, she’s not just growing vegetables - she’s growing connection, confidence and community. Her story is a reminder of why volunteering matters. It’s not just about giving time. It’s about planting hope and watching it take root in the people around you. #volunteersweek
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30 May 2025
Huge privilege for @BCTWales to work with the award winning internationally acclaimed #TheLand, enriching the lives of young people in Plas Madoc for over a decade @TNLComFundWales
28 May 2025
👣There’s a place in Wrexham where children build kingdoms from pallets, swing over puddles, and learn life’s biggest lessons through play. The Land is more than a playground; it’s a revolution in resilience, creativity, and community. Watch our full film: youtu.be/eVvdPdaXXbQ
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30 May 2025
The wonderful creative chaos of Brighter Futures bringing fun and hope in Rhyl, as recently seen at @WelshConserv conference @MarkIsherwoodMS @AltafHussainSWW @TNLComFundWales
30 May 2025
☀️😄Warning: this photo montage contains high levels of happiness. @BrighterFutures recent family funday had sunshine, silliness and smiles for days. And lots and lots of animals - what more do you need for a #FeelGoodFriday post? #CommunityImpact #HoppyFriday #FluffyFriends
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Chris Johnes retweeted
26 May 2025
🧱🌱If you give young people the chance to help build their community, it’s not just about giving them a seat at the table, but the opportunity to create positive change in the future. This film demonstrates how the youth voice in part of Pembrokeshire has real influence.💪📢
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Chris Johnes retweeted
27 May 2025
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🚨 Cyn #Senedd2026 rydym yn archwilio sut y gall cymunedau ledled Cymru helpu i ddylanwadu ar bennod nesaf polisi a democratiaeth. Mae ein blog newydd yn rhywbeth y mae'n rhaid ei ddarllen i unrhyw un sy'n poeni am ddemocratiaeth o'r gwaelod i fyny: shorturl.at/0nFu7
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Chris Johnes retweeted
27 May 2025
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🚨How can local voices shape national change? Ahead of #Senedd2026 we explore how communities across Wales can help influence the next chapter of policy and democracy. Our new blog is a must-read for anyone who cares about democracy from the ground up: shorturl.at/0nFu7
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22 May 2025
Amazing work by VC Gallery working across Pembrokeshire to enhance mental health through community activities - a real privilege for @BCTWales to work with them @TNLComFundWales @mabonapgwynfor @MarkIsherwoodMS @WGHealthandCare
21 May 2025
At @thevcgallery, every voice and story matters. Through creativity, connection and care, they offer a safe space for people to express themselves, combat isolation and build stronger communities. A shining example of purpose in action. #CommunityConnection #ResilientCommunities
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Chris Johnes retweeted
21 May 2025
It was great to see so many faces from the Invest Local project networking, sharing ideas and making community connections 🌞 @ArePlas @ColwynBay
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The impact of community centres today is illustrated by inspiring examples from across the UK. Including in East Ayrshire, where a community-owned centre is working in partnership with the council to help young people overcome barriers to employment. And in Leeds, where @HealthforAllLds runs seven community centres across the city where local people are empowered to tackle unmet health and wellbeing needs.
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19 May 2025
Brilliant initiative to bring a community growing space to the heart of the city in Newport #InvestLocal #ABCD @TNLComFundWales
14 May 2025
🥕🍅 Green and growing spaces do more than just brighten up a neighborhood - they reconnect us with where our food comes from and create practical opportunities for communities to grow their own fruit, vegetables and herbs together, promoting skills, sustainability and wellbeing.
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