Welcome to the Bro Dysg news section. Here you will find information on any events we may be organising for you, press releases and articles about education or lifelong learning in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Please check back here for regular news!
30th January 2008 : Job Search Launch
Bro Dysg "Learning for Growth" Project's New Job Search Provision
Would you or your group like to update your job searching skills in a relaxed environment, are you 16+, living in Rhondda Cynon Taf and would like help with CV preparation, completing application forms, interview preparation and writing letters to employers? Help is available through the Bro Dysg Learning for Growth Project Job Search Programme. more...
January 2008 : Event Details - Glamorgan Outreach
Glamorgan Outreach January Timetable
This is a PDF timetable for Glamorgan Outreach courses beginning in January across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Learners can enrol for the courses at the first class. more...
20th December 2007: Press Release
Working together to beat unemployment
PARTNERS working to tackle unemployment in areas of the Rhondda have set themselves – and residents – a challenge to overcome the issues together as part of a pilot scheme. Representatives from Rhondda Cynon Taf Council to Jobcentre Plus, Bro Dysg, Teaching, Local Health boards and voluntary groups attended an event at Porth Plaza to discuss problems, identify solutions and carve a way forward, especially in Porth, Cymmer, Tylorstown and Ynyshir. more...
8th November 2007 : Press Release
New start for Jeanette as she looks to future
A TRULY inspirational woman has proved that it’s never too late to turn your life around.
Jeanette Jones, aged 55, gave a moving speech at a recent conference, describing how she managed to escape her 30-year violent marriage by moving to Rhondda Cynon Taff. Jeanette, who now lives in Trallwn, Pontypridd, has managed to find work with the Dash Training agency in Porth, after arriving in RCT with little more than the clothes on her back. more...
1st August 2007 : Press Release
People of all ages and interests have been enjoying a bite-sized chunk of the action as part of an ongoing drive to raise awareness of free lifelong learning activities.
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is proud to be home to the innovative Bro Dysg Partnership, which strives to deliver training, education and lifelong learning opportunities across the county – for people from babies to pensioners. more...
24th July 2007 : Press Release
Sisters were doing it for themselves when female pupils donned overalls and tried their hand at plastering, bricklaying and DIY skills, as part of an innovative lifelong learning opportunity.
Creating workmanship that put professionals to shame, the “girls only” sessions formed part of a week of events as part of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s 14-19 Pathways scheme. more...
13th July 2007 : Press Release
Improving access to learning opportunities for local people
Bro Dysg are pleased to congratulate the launch of a new website that enables countless people to access Further Education and training opportunities at the click of a button.
Coleg Morgannwg is one of Wales’ largest providers of Further Education and training and supports thousands of people in a huge variety of courses across its six Rhondda Cynon Taf campuses. more...
16th April 2007 : Press Release
A warm Welsh welcome for European friends
Young people from Greece and Albania were assured of a ‘welcome in the hillsides’ when they spent a week in Rhondda Cynon Taf as part of the innovative ‘Interskills’ project.
Alongside young people from Rhondda Cynon Taf, they worked to produce a DVD on the importance of employability skills within a diverse range of industry areas, including the creative industries, eco-tourism and furniture making. more...
13th April 2007 : Press Release
A Festival of Learning comes to RCT for Adult Learners' Week 2007
Between 19th and 26th May, a wide selection of free taster sessions and workshops will take place across the County Borough, giving local people of all ages and abilities the chance to try out new activities and pick up new skills.
Planned workshops include cookery, history, keep fit, art, craft, Welsh and holistic therapy. Learners will also be able to take advantage of information sessions on assertiveness, time management, personal development and confidence building.
13th March 2007: Press Release
The countdown to Interskills begins…
Although they will not be arriving in the County Borough until the 26th March, the young people from Greece and Albania who are taking part in the innovative ‘Interskills’ project have already made contact with their Rhondda Cynon Taf counterparts.
The young people have been communicating with each other via the Internet as they prepare to collaborate on a DVD about employability skills and the creative industries. more...
19th February 2007 : Press Release
Rhondda Cynon Taf prepares warm welcome for young people
A group of young people from Greece and Albania are set to visit Rhondda Cynon Taf in March as part of the innovative 'Interskills' project.
They will be working alongside young people from the County Borough to produce a DVD on employability skills. more...
21st December 2006: Press Release
Local tutors celebrate success
The Bro Dysg Learning for Growth partnership of local education and training providers are celebrating after two tutors were honoured at the recent 'Inspire Adult Tutor and Mentor Awards' at Campws Cymuned Garth Olwg Community Campus.
The awards were organised by advocates of adult learning in Wales NIACE Dysgu Cymru to celebrate the commitment, knowledge and communication skills that inspire adult learners every day across Wales. more...
11th December 2006: Event Details - Glamorgan Outreach
Glamorgan Outreach January Timetable
This is a PDF timetable for Glamorgan Outreach courses beginning in January across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Learners can enrol for the courses at the first class. more...
20th November 2006: Press Release
An event aimed squarely at people who want to work in childcare or social care with children in Rhondda Cynon Taf is taking place at the Muni Arts Centre on 29th November.
Between 10.30am and 2pm, those with an interest in developing a new and challenging career can attend the ‘Flying Start’ event, where major employers and careers advisors will be on hand to provide information and assistance. more...
14th November 2006: Press Release
Spotlight on Penderyn as young people call the shots
After a busy summer spent making a film about their local heritage, a group of young people from Penderyn Youth Club recently held the ‘world premiere’ of their work at the Coliseum Theatre in Aberdare.
‘Penderyn TV’ is a short film that explores issues such as places to go and things to see, opportunities for local people, history and a sense of community – all from the perspective of young people who live in the area. more...
1st November 2006: Press Release
Learning opportunities for health and social care
An ambitious project aimed at increasing basic skills levels within the health and social care sector will be launched on 27th November at the University of Glamorgan Business Centre.
CLiP - Caring for Learning in Partnership – is specifically targeted at people across the County Borough who work within the health and social care sector and who wish to improve their basic skills. more...
25th October 2006: Press Release
66 students ‘clickety click’ to success!
The achievements of local students were recognised at a recent ‘Evening of Celebration’ held at the Soar Centre in Penygraig.
In total, 66 students from Valleys Kids Community Access to Technology were awarded IT Certificates, presented by Nicola Kingham and Josie Rhisiart of the Bro Dysg Learning for Growth project management team. more...
6th October 2006: Press Release
Calling the musicians, writers and broadcasters of tomorrow
Bro Dysg is looking for motivated young people to take part in an exciting new project that will encourage them to explore their creative sides, develop employability skills …and possibly even travel abroad.
‘Interskills’ is delivered by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council’s Cultural Services and Youth Services teams - with funding and support from the British Council - and is open to anyone aged between 16 and 25 and living within the County Borough. more...
19th September 2006: Event details - NIACE Dysgu Cymru
NIACE want to recognise the commitment and excellence of adult mentors and tutors in Wales as part of the Sign Up Season campaign, which runs from 21 August to 22 September 2006.
Everyone who enters will receive a certificate of nomination. In addition to the main awards there will be a special learndirect award for e-mentors/tutors. more...
18th September 2006: Event details - NIACE Dysgu Cymru
Learners Network: Question Time event! - 25th September 2006
On 25th September NIACE Dysgu Cymru will be holding an event in Cardiff for the Wales Learners' Network. The event will be hosted by BBC Wales' Nicola Heywood Thomas, and education spokespersons from the four main political parties in Wales will be answering questions from learners. more...
8th September 2006: Press Release
Advice on adult learning courses available
The University of Glamorgan is holding art courses for adult learners at the Cynon Valley Museum and Gallery from next week. more...
31st August 2006: Press Release
Advice on adult learning courses available
Interested in signing up for an adult education course this September but unsure which course to choose?
If so, why not take advantage of one of the upcoming 'advice and information' sessions that are taking place around the County Borough, where representatives from local education and training providers will be on hand to help? more...
30th August 2006: Press Release
'Sign Up Now' for an adult education course
Wherever you live in Rhondda Cynon Taf and whatever your skills and experience, there will be an adult education course to interest you beginning this September.
Rhondda Cynon Taf is offering a wide range of day and evening courses for adult learners in topics such as IT, arts and crafts, languages, healthy living and lifestyle. more...
17th August 2006: Event details
Ideas for Careers - 10th October, Cardiff University
Ideas 4 Careers is a careers information day organised by Cardiff University's Careers Service, offering current students and graduates careers information, advice and guidance from over 50 organisations promoting the exciting range of careers open to you. more...
14th July 2006: WLGA Press Release
Councils call for change in response to Beecham
Endorsing the Beecham Report on Local Public Services, councils have called for streamlined central-local regulations, better joint working with health services and an open debate about the return of post-16 education to local government. more...
23th June 2006: Press release
Local history project needs YOU!
Young people in Penderyn are set to have a busy summer – making a film about their local heritage.
With the help of a professional production company, they will plan, shoot and edit their film into a DVD that will be delivered to every household in the village and premiered at a special event at the Coliseum Theatre in Aberdare. more...
26th May 2006: Press release
Learners get involved at Why Don't You? event
Learners of all ages flocked to the Michael Sobell Sports Centre for the recent 'Why Don’t You?' celebration event that kicked off Adult Learners' Week 2006.
Over 300 people joined in with the start of the County Borough's 'Festival of Learning,' enjoying a range of free workshops and taster sessions. more...
9th May 2006: Publicity brochure
Pocket guide to the Festival of Learning
A weeklong 'Festival of Learning' is taking place in Rhondda Cynon Taf to coincide with this year's Adult Learners Week. Between 20 - 26 May, there will be a range of taster sessions and workshops taking place across the County Borough that give local people of all ages and abilities the chance to try out some new activities.
Whether you are looking to pick up some practical new skills or broaden your horizons through a new leisure activity, you will find something of interest during Adult Learner's Week more...
4th May 2006: Press release
Adult Learners encouraged to get involved at Why Don’t You? event
A special event is taking place in Rhondda Cynon Taf to kick off Adult Learners' Week 2006 in style.
Between 12pm and 4pm on Saturday 20th May, the Michael Sobell Centre in Aberdare will be transformed into the bustling centre of the County Borough's 'Festival of Learning.' The event will be officially opened by Christine Chapman AM. more...
20th April 2006: Press release
A Festival of Learning comes to the Rhondda
A weeklong 'Festival of Learning' is planned for Rhondda Cynon Taf to coincide with this year’s Adult Learners' Week. Rhondda Cynon Taf is working closely with a range of local learning providers in your area to offer a range of interesting, informative and fun activities during the week... more...
20th April 2006: Press release
A Festival of Learning comes to the Cynon Valley
A weeklong 'Festival of Learning' is planned for Rhondda Cynon Taf to coincide with this year’s Adult Learners' Week. Rhondda Cynon Taf is working closely with a range of local learning providers in your area to offer a range of interesting, informative and fun activities during the week... more...
20th April 2006: Press release
A Festival of Learning comes to Taf Ely
A weeklong 'Festival of Learning' is planned for Rhondda Cynon Taf to coincide with this year’s Adult Learners' Week. Rhondda Cynon Taf is working closely with a range of local learning providers in your area to offer a range of interesting, informative and fun activities during the week... more...
31st October 2005 : Press release
Bro Dysg 'Learning for Growth' project launched
The innovative £4 million 'Learning for Growth' project was recently launched at the Miskin Manor Hotel in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
The Objective 1 funded Bro Dysg 'Learning for Growth' project aims to enhance, through a range of formal and informal learning experiences, the lives of local people seeking employment and those who are working but who would like to strengthen their existing skills. more...
2nd February 2005 : Press release
A new web site has been launched for learners, employees and employers in Wales.
Careers Wales Online is owned and developed by Careers Wales and funded by the Welsh Assembly Government. Bro Dysg, the County Borough's Education and Lifelong Learning partnership, fully supports and recommends the site for learners in Rhondda Cynon Taf. more...