Philip Bettinson
Marketing Manager
“At AVOW, we believe in the power of engagement and influencing to drive meaningful change. Here’s what it means and how we do it:
Engagement: It’s about actively involving our community and stakeholders in our mission. We listen, collaborate, and create opportunities for dialogue. Through events, workshops, and online platforms, we provide spaces for meaningful conversations and connections. We value diverse perspectives and empower individuals to be part of the change they wish to see.
Influencing: We leverage our expertise and networks to advocate for positive change. By raising awareness, sharing compelling stories, and providing evidence-based research, we aim to shape public opinion and influence policies that align with our mission. We collaborate with decision-makers, community leaders, and partner organisations to drive systemic change.”
AVOW Brand Guidelines
If your looking for our brand guidelines, you can download them from here: http://tiny.cc/avow_logo_download
AVOW Social Media Links
AVOW is active on several social media platforms. Below is a collection of places you can find us.
- Main Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AVOWWrexham
- Funding and Grants Page: https://www.facebook.com/AVOWFunding/
- Volunteering and Community Page: https://www.facebook.com/AVOWVoluntaryandCommunityTeam
Mastodon
BlueSky (bsky.app)
Facebook Posts
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Gyda Loteri Gymunedol Wrecsam mae 60% o'ch arian yn cefnogi achosion da lleol. Cefnogwch eich hoff elusen heddiw!![]()
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With the Wrexham Community Lottery, 60% of your money supports local good causes. Support YOUR favourite charity today!![]()
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tiny.cc/avow_lott#wrexhame#wrecsame#lotteryt#localL#charitya#wrexhamcharitiesconnectn#supportp#makeadifferente#relaxRelax
Archebwch Eich Cymorth Cyntaf Brys Mewn Hyfforddiant Gwaith Gydag AVOW / Book Your Emergency First Aid At Work Training With AVOW![]()
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Mae hwn yn gwrs undydd a gynhelir rhwng 9:30am a 4:00pm. Os byddwch yn pasio'r cwrs bydd gennych dystysgrif sy'n para 3 blynedd.![]()
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Mae'r cwrs ar yr 22 o Gorffennaf yn adeilad Ty AVOW yn 21 Egerton Street, Wrecsam, LL11 1ND. ![]()
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Gallwch archebu eich lle yma: tiny.cc/EFAAWJUL25![]()
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Am ragor o wybodaeth gallwch e-bostio: [email protected] neu ffôn: 01978 312556![]()
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This is a one day course held from 9:30am to 4:00pm. If you pass the course you will have a certificate that lasts 3 years.![]()
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The course is on the 22 of July in the Ty AVOW building at 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham, LL11 1ND.![]()
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You can book your place here: tiny.cc/EFAAWJUL25![]()
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For more information you can email: [email protected] or phone#FirstAid1#trainings#firstaidtrainingi#emergencyfirstaide#emergencyfirstaidatworky#emergencyfirstaidtrainingi#AVOWd#wrexham #wales##emergencyfirstaidatworktrainingdAtWorkTraining
Mae Canolfan Wirfoddol a Chymunedol AVOW a WCVA wedi llenwi'n wirioneddol! Byddwn yn rhyddhau fwy dros yr wythnosau nesaf. Dyma restr o rai o’r sefydliadau sy’n ymuno â ni yn Eisteddfod Wrecsam, 2025 ![]()
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Rydym yn edrych ymlaen at gweld chi gyd yno!![]()
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Mae yna ychydig o leoedd ar ôl ar y penwythnos o hyd (2il -3 Awst a 9 Awst), felly mae amser o hyd! os ydych chi eisiau archebu gofod, cysylltwch ar [email protected]. ![]()
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The AVOW and WCVA Voluntary and Community Hub has really filled up! We will be releasing more over the next few weeks. Here is a list of some of the organisations that are joining us at Eisteddfod Wrecsam, 2025![]()
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We're really looking forward to seeing you all there!![]()
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There's still a few spaces left on the weekend (2nd -3rd August and 9th August), so there's still time! if you want to book a space, get in touch on [email protected].![]()
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WeMindTheGap Tenovus Cancer Care / Gofal Canser Tenovus Mind @creduconnectingcarers_ PSS UK Maes Y Pant British Hen Welfare Trust Wrexham Citizens Advice
Dros ddegawd yn ôl, dyma ni'n ddathlu fod in y papur newydd!![]()
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Ffotograff o'r papur newydd yw'r link. Mae'r llun yn darllen: ![]()
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"Mae'r Maer yn canmol y gwaith a wneir gan AVOW. ![]()
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Mae staff o gorff gwirfoddoli yn Wrecsam wedi cael eu canmol am eu gwasanaeth i gymunedau Wrecsam. ![]()
Diolchwyd cynrychiolwyr o Gymdeithas y Sefydliadau Gwirfoddol Wrecsam (AVOW) gan Faer Wrecsam, y Cynghorydd I. David Bithell, mewn derbyniad yn Neuadd y Dref. ![]()
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Mae AVOW yn darparu cymorth i grwpiau gwirfoddol a chymunedol ar draws Wrecsam ac ar hyn o bryd mae’n dathlu blwyddyn ei jiwbilî arian. ![]()
Diolchodd John Leece Jones, cadeirydd AVOW, i'r maer a'r maeres, Virginia Bithell, am eu cefnogaeth i elusennau lleol a sefydliadau cymunedol." ![]()
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Da iawn pawb!![]()
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Over a decade ago, here is us celebrating being in the newspaper![]()
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"Mayor Hails the work carried out by AVOW.![]()
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Staff from a Wrexham volunteering body have been praised for their services to the communities of Wrexham. ![]()
Representatives from the Association of Voluntary Organisations Wrexham (AVOW) were thanks by Mayor of Wrexham, Cllr I. David Bithell, at a reception in the Guildhall. ![]()
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AVOW provides support for voluntary and community groups across Wrexham and is currently celebrating its silver jubilee year.![]()
John Leece Jones, chairman of AVOW, thanked the mayor and mayoress, Virginia Bithell, for their support of local charities and community organisations."![]()
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#newspaper #decade #old #SocialMedia #Mayor #MayorOfWrexham #Wrexham #History #throwwayback
Archebwch Eich Cymorth Cyntaf Brys Mewn Hyfforddiant Gwaith Gydag AVOW / Book Your Emergency First Aid At Work Training With AVOW![]()
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Mae hwn yn gwrs undydd a gynhelir rhwng 9:30am a 4:00pm. Os byddwch yn pasio'r cwrs bydd gennych dystysgrif sy'n para 3 blynedd.![]()
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Mae'r cwrs ar yr 22 o Gorffennaf yn adeilad Ty AVOW yn 21 Egerton Street, Wrecsam, LL11 1ND. ![]()
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Gallwch archebu eich lle yma: tiny.cc/EFAAWJUL25![]()
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Am ragor o wybodaeth gallwch e-bostio: [email protected] neu ffôn: 01978 312556![]()
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This is a one day course held from 9:30am to 4:00pm. If you pass the course you will have a certificate that lasts 3 years.![]()
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The course is on the 22 of July in the Ty AVOW building at 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham, LL11 1ND.![]()
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You can book your place here: tiny.cc/EFAAWJUL25![]()
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For more information you can email: [email protected] or phone#FirstAid1#trainings#firstaidtrainingi#emergencyfirstaide#emergencyfirstaidatworky#emergencyfirstaidtrainingi#AVOWd#wrexham #wales##emergencyfirstaidatworktrainingdAtWorkTraining
Archebwch Eich Cymorth Cyntaf Brys Mewn Hyfforddiant Gwaith Gydag AVOW / Book Your Emergency First Aid At Work Training With AVOW![]()
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Mae hwn yn gwrs undydd a gynhelir rhwng 9:30am a 4:00pm. Os byddwch yn pasio'r cwrs bydd gennych dystysgrif sy'n para 3 blynedd.![]()
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Mae'r cwrs ar yr 22 o Gorffennaf yn adeilad Ty AVOW yn 21 Egerton Street, Wrecsam, LL11 1ND. ![]()
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Gallwch archebu eich lle yma: tiny.cc/EFAAWJUL25![]()
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Am ragor o wybodaeth gallwch e-bostio: [email protected] neu ffôn: 01978 312556![]()
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This is a one day course held from 9:30am to 4:00pm. If you pass the course you will have a certificate that lasts 3 years.![]()
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The course is on the 22 of July in the Ty AVOW building at 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham, LL11 1ND.![]()
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You can book your place here: tiny.cc/EFAAWJUL25![]()
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For more information you can email: [email protected] or phone#FirstAid1#trainings#firstaidtrainingi#emergencyfirstaide#emergencyfirstaidatworky#emergencyfirstaidtrainingi#AVOWd#wrexham #wales##emergencyfirstaidatworktrainingdAtWorkTraining
Cafodd Tîm AVOW amser gwych ddoe yn #GOFOD3 yng Nghaerdydd, dan ofal WCVA CGGC / The AVOW Team had a fantastic time yesterday at #GOFOD3 in Cardiff, hosted by WCVA CGGC (English Below)![]()
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Gwrandawodd y tîm ar Matt Hyde (Prif Swyddog Gweithredol Sefydliad Banc Lloyds), gan siarad am sut mae gwirfoddolwyr yn chwarae rhan allweddol mewn cydlyniant cymunedol - Volunteering Matters. ![]()
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Derek Walker - Yna anogodd Comisiynydd Cenedlaethau'r Dyfodol yr holl gyrff statudol i gael strategaeth wirfoddol i wella cydlyniant cymdeithasol, a dathlodd 10 mlynedd ers Deddf Llesiant Cynhyrchu'r Dyfodol. Gwnaed rhywfaint o gynnydd mawr gyda'r ddeddf hon ond yn dal i fod yn fwy i'w wneud. ![]()
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Lindsay Cordery-Bruce prif weithredwr WCVA: Siaradodd am y 'weledigaeth newydd ar gyfer gwirfoddoli', sy'n cael ei lansio yn Gofod3, gyda galwad ar fabwysiadwyr cynnar i ddechrau edrych ar sut y gellid gweithredu'r weledigaeth, ac maent yn chwilio am adborth arni. ![]()
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Jane Hutt MS Ysgrifennydd y Cabinet dros Gyfiawnder Cymdeithasol. ![]()
"Mae 27% o bobl Cymru yn cymryd rhan mewn gwirfoddoli cofrestredig. Ond mae yna lawer mwy o wirfoddolwyr allan yna. Helpu a chefnogi pobl Cymru." ![]()
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Ymunodd y Farwnes Tanni Grey-Thomson â’r llwyfan i drafod pwysigrwydd gwirfoddoli mewn chwaraeon ac ymgysylltu â phobl ifanc mewn gwirfoddoli ystyrlon. ![]()
"Ein gobaith yn ein cymunedau yw ein gwirfoddolwyr a’n pobl ifanc." ![]()
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Aethant i sgwrs am y Fargen Newydd Werdd Ffeministaidd, gyda chefnogaeth Oxfam Cymru, yn galw am drawsnewidiad teg, cynhwysol i economi werdd sy’n canolbwyntio ar ofal, cyfiawnder rhyw, a gweithredu ar yr hinsawdd. Mae’n ymhelaethu ar leisiau cymunedau ymylol, ac yn sicrhau nad oes neb yn cael ei adael ar ôl i adeiladu dyfodol gwyrddach, mwy cyfartal ![]()
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Rhannodd ProMo Cymru, ar ran Newid, arfer da a thrafododd y meddylfryd a'r sgiliau sydd eu hangen i fod yn sefydliad sy'n datblygu'n ddigidol. ![]()
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Yna cymerodd y tîm seibiant i fwynhau'r lleoliad - Stadiwm Caerdydd, ac rydym wedi cynnwys rhai lluniau isod. Cyfarfuont hefyd â Phrif Swyddogion rhai o GVCs eraill Gogledd Cymru, Anne Woods (FLVC), Tom Barham (DVSC) ac Elgin Owen (CVSC), a oedd yn cynrychioli Gogledd Cymru yno. ![]()
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Yn ôl yn Gofod 3, canolbwyntiodd Fflwr Jones o Darwin Gray Solicitors ar yr hyn y mae angen i bob elusen ei wybod am y Bil Hawliau Cyflogaeth, a sut y dylech baratoi ar gyfer iddo gyrraedd. ![]()
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Yna siaradodd Comisiynydd Cenedlaethau'r Dyfodol Derek Walker am gynllunio hirdymor yn Fel y gwelwch o'n diwrnod yn ail-bostio'r lluniau o'r digwyddiad, mae ein tîm wedi bod yn brysur yn mynychu, gwrando a dysgu. ![]()
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Roedd yn ddigwyddiad gwych, gyda llawer i ni ei gymryd i ffwrdd a'i weithredu! ![]()
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The AVOW Team had a fantastic time yesterday at #GOFOD3 in Cardiff, hosted by WCVA CGGC ![]()
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The team listened to Matt Hyde (Lloyds Bank Foundation CEO), speaking about how volunteers play key parts in community cohesion - Volunteering Matters.![]()
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Derek Walker - Future Generations Commissioner then encouraged all statutory bodies to have a volunteer strategy to improve social cohesion, and celebrated 10 year anniversary of the wellbeing of Futures Generation Act. Some great progress made with this act but still more to do. ![]()
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Lindsay Cordery-Bruce WCVA chief executive. Spoke about the 'new vision for volunteering', being launched at Gofod3, with a call for early adopters to start looking at how the vision might be implemented, and are looking for feedback on it. ![]()
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Jane Hutt MS Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice. ![]()
"27% of people in Wales take part in registered volunteering. But there are many more volunteers out there. Helping and supporting the people in Wales."![]()
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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thomson joined the stage to discuss the importance of volunteering in sports and engaging young people in meaningful volunteering.![]()
"Our hope is in our communities our volunteers and our young people."![]()
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They attended a talk about the Feminist Green New Deal, supported by Oxfam Cymru, calls for a fair, inclusive transition to a green economy that centres care, gender justice, and climate action. It amplifies the voices of marginalised communities, and ensures that no one is left behind in building a greener, more equal future![]()
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ProMo Cymru, on behalf of Newid, shared good practice and discussed the mindset and skills needed to be a digitally advancing organisation. ![]()
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The team then took a break to enjoy the venue - Cardiff Stadium, and we've included some pictures below. They also met the Chief Officers of some of the other North Wales CVC's, Anne Woods (FLVC), Tom Barham (DVSC) and Elgin Owen (CVSC), there representing North Wales. ![]()
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Back in Gofod 3, Fflur Jones from Darwin Gray Solicitors focussed on what every charity needs to know about the Employment Rights Bill, and how you should prepare for its arrival. ![]()
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Future Generations Commissioner Derek Walker then talked about long term planning at As you can see from our day reposting the pictures from the event, our team has been busy attending, listening and learning. ![]()
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It was a great event, with a lot for us to take away and implement!![]()
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Flintshire Local Voluntary Council DVSC Denbighshire CVSC #Volunteering #GreenNewDeal #TanniGreyThompson #lindseycordery #CardiffStadium #Team #Gofod3
AVOW Cwrdd â'r Cyllidwr: Cronfa Gymunedol y Loteri Genedlaethol ![]()
24ain Gorffennaf 10 - 12 yn Ty AVOW, 21 Egerton St. Wrecsam. LL11 1SD ![]()
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Hoffai AVOW eich gwahodd i ddigwyddiad Cwrdd â'r Cyllidwr gyda Catriona Learmont; Swyddog Grantiau yng Nghronfa Gymunedol y Loteri Genedlaethol (TNLCF). Mae’r gronfa hon yn cydnabod mai cysylltiadau cymdeithasol a gweithgareddau cymunedol sydd wrth wraidd creu bywydau iachach, hapusach a chymdeithas lewyrchus. Bydd y digwyddiad hwn yn arddangos y rhaglenni grant amrywiol y gall sefydliadau wneud cais amdanynt, i arddangos yr hyn y maent yn ei wneud, a sut y maent yn cefnogi eu cymunedau a phobl ynddynt. ![]()
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Mae'r digwyddiad Cwrdd â'r Cyllidwr hwn wedi'i anelu'n benodol at: ![]()
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• Yn seiliedig/yn gweithio gyda chymunedau yn bennaf y tu allan i Ganol Dinas Wrecsam ![]()
• Canolbwyntiwch ar y nodweddion gwarchodedig canlynol: Anabledd, LGBTQ+, Ethnigrwydd, Bobl Hŷn, Yr Iaith Gymraeg .![]()
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Mae lleoedd yn gyfyngedig. Dim ond un person i bob sefydliad. ![]()
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AVOW Meet the Funder : The National Lottery Community Fund![]()
24th July 10 - 12 at Ty AVOW, 21 Egerton St. Wrexham. LL11 1SD![]()
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AVOW would like to invite you to a Meet the Funder event with Catriona Learmont; Grants Officer at The National Lottery Community Fund (TNLCF). This fund recognises that social connections and community activities are at the heart of creating healthier, happier lives and a flourishing society. This event will showcase the various grant programmes which organisations can apply for, to showcase what they do, and how they support their communities and people within them.![]()
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This Meet the Funder event is specifically aimed at:![]()
• Groups/organisations who are less than 2 years old![]()
• Are based/work with communities predominantly outside of Wrexham City Centre![]()
• Focus on the following protected characteristics: Disability, LGBTQ+, Ethnicity, Older People, Welsh Language![]()
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Places are limited. Only one person per organisation. ![]()
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To book your free space: tiny.cc/2025_MeetTheFunder![]()
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#Wrexham #AVOW #tnlcf Funding with AVOW
Mae cynrhychiolwyr AVOW wedi cyrraedd yn barod am #gofod3 an yn barod i ddysgu a rhwydweithio. Mae nhw'n wir edrych ymaen i'r digwyddiad, fel gallwch weld o'r holl wên gyffrous!![]()
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Diweddariadau trwy'r dydd ar BlueSky. ![]()
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The AVOW representati#gofod3e arrived at #gofod3, and are ready to learn and network. They are really looking forward to the event, as you can see from all those excited smiles!![]()
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#learningC#VCSEd#vacsL#excited#VCSE #VACS #excited
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