Learner Calendar Archive
Past student events
Mon 18 Sep
Parc Menai campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Menai, Parc Menai (Art and Design)
Monday 18 September 2023, 10:00
FE and HE students at the exhibition area in Parc Menai.
Thu 07 Dec
I have the right to use Welsh
Thursday 07 December 2023
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rD97ZnlAV45aasoqkPq9Z9cgrMiUq8pEAEKoCqM07kc/edit#slide=id.p
Mon 26 Feb
Learner Voice Conference
Monday 26 February 2024
Sun 31 Mar
Trans Day of Visibility
Sunday 31 March 2024
International Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual event occurring on March 31 dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society.
Mon 08 Apr
Cross Grŵp Student Union Charity Events
Monday 08 April 2024 - Friday 12 April 2024
Mon 03 Jun
Wellbeing Week: Our Environment
Monday 03 June 2024 - Friday 07 June 2024
Click here to find out about the work of the Student Union and some tips on caring for the environment.
Tue 10 Sep
World Suicide Prevention Day
Tuesday 10 September 2024
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day - a time to raise awareness and encourage conversations around mental health. If you are struggling with your mental health, please know that you are not alone.
Our Grŵp's Welfare Team is here to support you. You can reach out to them via email at staysafe@gllm.ac.uk, or if you prefer, you can call into Learner Services and ask to see one of the welfare team. Below are the contact points for each campus:
Coleg Llandrillo: Tam Jones - Student Support Coordinator
Coleg Menai: Sioned Fever - Welfare Officer
Rhyl: Kieran Homer - Welfare Officer
Coleg Meirion Dwyfor: Alison Margaret Davies - Welfare Officer
We encourage you to seek support if you need it, and remember, it’s okay to ask for help.
Tue 10 Sep
Rhos-on-Sea campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Llandrillo, Rhos-on-Sea
Tuesday 10 September 2024, 12:00
FE and HE learners. Located in the Student lounge.
Wed 11 Sep
Bangor campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Menai, Bangor (New Campus)
Wednesday 11 September 2024, 09:30
FE and HE learners.
Thu 12 Sep
Llangefni campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Menai, Llangefni
Thursday 12 September 2024, 13:00
All learners at New Build in construction & Energy Centre
Mon 16 Sep
Talk Don’t Walk
Monday 16 September 2024 - Friday 27 September 2024
Have you started a course at college, but are unsure if it’s the right one for you?
It’s not too late to change course if you’re having second thoughts.
Talk to us - we’re here to help.
Our friendly Learner Services advisers will give you impartial advice to help you make the decision that’s right for you.
If you’re considering changing your course or leaving college, fill in the Google Form by September 27 or speak to your personal tutor, and someone from Learner Services will contact you.
The Google Form will also be available via a link on eDrac Learner, or you can call into Learner Services at your campus.
Mon 16 Sep
Owain Glyndŵr Day
Monday 16 September 2024
Tue 17 Sep
Rhyl campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Llandrillo, Rhyl
Tuesday 17 September 2024, 12:00
FE learners at the main reception.
Thu 19 Sep
Glynllifon Fresher Fair
- Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor, Glynllifon
Thursday 19 September 2024, 13:30
FE learners at the main reception.
Mon 23 Sep
International Day of Peace
Monday 23 September 2024
Wed 25 Sep
International Day of Sign Language
Wednesday 25 September 2024
Wed 25 Sep
Pwllheli campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor, Pwllheli
Wednesday 25 September 2024, 10:00
FE learners at the main reception.
Thu 26 Sep
Dolgellau campus Fresher Fair
- Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor, Dolgellau
Thursday 26 September 2024, 10:00
FE and HE learners. Located in the main hall.
Tue 01 Oct
ADHD Awareness Month
Tuesday 01 October 2024 - Thursday 31 October 2024
Tue 01 Oct
Black history month
Tuesday 01 October 2024 - Thursday 31 October 2024
Tue 01 Oct
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Tuesday 01 October 2024 - Thursday 31 October 2024, 23:45
In Wales, every year around 2,600 people are diagnosed with breast cancer
80% of breast cancer cases are in women over 50. 75% of cases in men are in
those aged over 60 and 99% of breast cancer cases are in women
5-10% of women with breast cancer are thought to have an inherited altered
gene that increases their risk
Breast cancer in men is rare with just 400 new cases in the UK each year,
compared to around 55,000 new cases in women
Almost 9 in 10 (86%) of women survive breast cancer for 5 years or more
Every year around 11,500 women and 85 men die from breast cancer in the UK – that’s nearly
1,000 deaths each month, 31 each day or one every 45 minutes
For many the overwhelming emotional and physical effects of the disease can
be long-lasting
Around 55,000 women and 400 men are diagnosed with breast cancer every
year in the UK
Mon 07 Oct
Wellbeing Week - active & healthy
Monday 07 October 2024 - Friday 11 October 2024
Thu 10 Oct
World Mental Health Day
Thursday 10 October 2024
World Mental Health Day provides an opportunity to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to talk about things and get help if you are struggling. It can also help raise awareness about mental health conditions and what support is available.
- Click here to find out how college can support your mental health and wellbeing
- Click here for a range of agencies that can support your mental health and wellbeing
- Mind A-Z of Mental Health
- myf.cymru is a new bilingual mental health and wellbeing resource aimed at Welsh Speaking higher education students studying in Wales and beyond.
- Activate your Life: this free course is designed to help you improve your mental health and wellbeing. Feeling worried or anxious can have a big impact on your health and for some people life can be particularly difficult
Mon 14 Oct
Welsh Learning Celebration Week
Monday 14 October 2024 - Friday 18 October 2024
Welsh Learning Celebration Week, 12-18 October
Once again this year, Radio Cymru and BBC Cymru Fyw are hosting Welsh Learning Celebration Week, and this year S4C is joining the initiative with segments on Prynhawn Da and Heno. Here's a taste of Radio Cymru's lineup:
Saturday, 12 October
Shelley and Rhydian – Shwmae Day conversation in Merthyr Tydfil
Sunday, 13 October
Sunday Morning – Doctor Cymraeg as the main guest
Ffion Dafis' Program – Anne Spooner and Ewan Smith, both new Welsh speakers, reviewing two books for learners. Also, a conversation with new speaker Irram Irshad about her bilingual book of ghost stories for learners.
Caniadaeth y Cysegr – Presented by The Right Reverend David Morris, Bishop of Enlli.
Dei Tomos – Conversation with Carolyn Hodges, English book editor at Gwasg y Lolfa. A very interesting chat. She learned Welsh after hearing Gwreiddiau Dwfn by Super Furries, which a friend gave her when she lived in Rome.
Cymru Fyw – Feature with 'Doctor Cymraeg' – Stephen Rule.
Monday, 14 October
Aled Hughes – Bethan Jones-Ollerton launches the ‘Happy to Speak’ campaign on behalf of Mentrau Iaith Cymru.
Dros Ginio – A discussion looking at the relationship between tutor and learner, featuring tutor Angharad Lewis and learner Sylfia Strand.
Caryl – Martyn Croydon reviewing TV programs.
Tuesday, 15 October (Shwmae Su’mae Day)
Bore Cothi – New speakers of the orchestra.
Cymru Fyw – The history of Shwmae Su’mae Day.
Wednesday, 16 October
Caryl – New speaker – ‘Book by My Bedside’ with Elinor Staniforth.
Thursday, 17 October
Cymru Fyw – The influence of Daniel Owen on learning Welsh. The story of Nigel Ruck, the man who lives in Daniel Owen’s home and was inspired to learn Welsh.
Questioning the Presenters
On Thursday night, 17 October, I’ll be questioning three Radio Cymru presenters: Emma Walford, Rhys Meirion, and Rhodri Llewellyn. A poster is attached, and you can register here by 15 October: Welsh Learning Celebration Week – Meet the Presenters! | Dysgu Cymraeg. The session is aimed at Intermediate, Advanced, and Fluency levels.
New Podcast
To launch Welsh Learning Celebration Week, Radio Cymru will be releasing a new podcast called Pont. Dr. Angharad Lewis will be interviewing new speakers who have learned in classes. The first podcast will be released on 11 October.
Resources
If you're learning at Foundation level, some course dialogues (Southern version for now) are available on YouTube in Vyond video format. They can be found here: Sgyrsiau Sylfaen (South Wales) – YouTube.
S4C Newsletter
Each month, Sara Peacock sends out a bilingual newsletter for people learning Welsh. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: Mailchimp Survey (list-manage.com).
Golwg 360
Following the success of the ‘My Favourite Program’ segments on Golwg 360, they now want to do a series of articles on ‘My Favourite Place’ and are inviting learners to participate. All the details are here: https://lingo.360.cymru/2024/g.... If you're interested in developing creative writing in your classes, remember the Pegi Talfryn session on Friday, 8 December at 2 pm. Register at Academi.
Wrexham National Eisteddfod
The 2025 Wrexham National Eisteddfod will be launched tomorrow, so it's time for us to start promoting our competitions. I've attached a PowerPoint for you to use.
Tue 15 Oct
Wed 16 Oct
International Pronouns Day
Wednesday 16 October 2024 - Saturday 19 October 2024
Fri 18 Oct
Show Racism the Red Card Day
Friday 18 October 2024
Show Racism the Red Card Day!
Let's stand together against discrimination, racism, and inequality. It's time to kick hatred out of the game!
#ShowRacismTheRedCard #EndRacism #UnityInDiversity
Tue 22 Oct
Sustainability: Net Zero
Tuesday 22 October 2024
What is Net-Zero?
It means balancing the amount of greenhouse gases we produce with the amount we remove from the atmosphere
Fri 01 Nov
Movember - Men’s Health Awareness Month
Friday 01 November 2024 - Saturday 30 November 2024
Below are a range of websites in relation to Men's Health. Reach out now.
- Movember - Men's health awareness month: join the campaign! Or click on this link to access information on men's mental health, prostate and testicular cancer, and a range of other health and wellbeing information.
- iCAN North Wales - lists a range of services locally and nationally to supports men's mental health, including links to Men's Sheds.
- Men and mental health - information from the Mental Health Foundation
- Men and mental health - information in Welsh from Meddwl
- Testicular cancer self-checks - it is important to carry out regular checks.
- Prostate cancer UK - information, and a risk checker
Mon 11 Nov
Reach Out, Anti Bullying Week, (Peer on Peer Harassment)
Monday 11 November 2024 - Friday 15 November 2024
Peer on Peer Sexual Harassment - Group Tutorial Resources
Odd Socks Day - Monday 13th November.
Anti-Bullying Week: the UK theme this year is 'reach out'. Bullying and harassment affects millions of lives and can leave us feeling hopeless. But it doesn’t have to be this way. If we challenge it, we can change it. And it starts by reaching out. Whether it’s in college, at home, in the community or online, let’s reach out and show each other the support we need. Reach out to someone you trust if you need to talk. Reach out to someone you know is being bullied or harassed. Reach out and consider a new approach.
Peer-on-peer harassment is any form of physical, sexual, emotional and financial abuse, and coercive control exercised between children/young people, and within their relationships (both intimate and non-intimate), friendships, and wider peer associations. Some examples of sexual harassment can include
making sexual comments, remarks, jokes either face-to face or online
lifting up skirts or taking a picture under a person’s clothing without them knowing
making nasty comments about someone’s body, gender, sexuality or looks to cause them humiliation, distress or alarm
image-based abuse, such as sharing a nude/semi-nude photo or video without the consent of the person pictured
sending unwanted sexual, explicit or pornographic photographs/videos to someone
To reach out, please contact the college Welfare Team or any of the agencies listed on the above links.
Mon 11 Nov
Trans Awareness Week
Monday 11 November 2024
Trans Awareness Week is dedicated to raising awareness about the transgender community, promoting understanding, and celebrating diversity. It’s a chance to learn more about the experiences, challenges, and contributions of trans people in society. Throughout the week, you will see information on screens, in libaries and other spaces that aim to break down misconceptions, highlight the importance of equality, and encourage allyship. At Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, Trans Awareness Week helps develop a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is respected for who they are, creating a community that values acceptance and empowers individuals to be their true selves.
Trans Awareness Week (13 - 19 Nov)
Trans Awareness Week - YouTube
Mon 11 Nov
Inter Faith Week
Monday 11 November 2024 - Friday 15 November 2024
Wythnos rhyng-ffydd / Interfaith week Presentation
Inter Faith Week is a special time to learn about and celebrate the different religions and beliefs that make up our communities. It’s a chance to explore how faith shapes people’s lives and to understand the shared values that unite us, such as respect, kindness, and helping others. During the week, you’ll have opportunities in your personal tutorial and around the campus to join discussions, events and quizzes that promote dialogue and collaboration between people of different faiths. By taking part, you can broaden your understanding, challenge stereotypes, and contribute to a more inclusive and respectful environment at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai.
What is Inter Faith Week? | World Religion Explained for Kids - YouTube
There are also external events that you can take part in, have a look at the posters below:
Shared Values - The Golden Rule
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Mon 11 Nov
Remembrance Day
Monday 11 November 2024
Remembrance is an opportunity to pause and reflect on giving thanks and honouring the memory of those who gave their lives to defend our democratic freedoms.
Remembering others in this way does not glorify conflict. Instead, it aims to unite people across faiths, cultures and backgrounds when we take a moment to commemorate lives lost and celebrate the lives of people that have and do serve.
We participate in Remembrance to never forget. We remember friends, family members and acquaintances who have shown courage, unity and sacrifice during active service from the First World War right up to the present day.
Mon 02 Dec
Money Matters
Monday 02 December 2024 - Friday 06 December 2024
Getting finance advice and help:
Citizens Advice: provide free, confidential, independent advice on lots of problems. This includes benefits, debt and money or legal issues.
Money Helper provides free and impartial money advice. It can help you plan and manage your finances and is set up by UK government.
Getting financial advice: this Dewis Cymru webpage has links to a range of financial advice and support
Student finance support at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai: click here to find out about the finance support available in college
TOTUM is the only student discount, proof of age ID and campus life card and platform recommended by the National Union of Students:
Free Childcare in Wales for 3 - 4 year olds: assistance for childcare costs in Wales
Mon 02 Dec
Learning Disability Week
Monday 02 December 2024 - Friday 06 December 2024
Learning Disability Week is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness and understanding about learning disabilities, advocating for inclusion, and promoting positive change in support of individuals facing learning challenges.
Tue 03 Dec
International day of Person’s with Disabilities
Tuesday 03 December 2024
International day of Persons with Disabilities: Inclusion and Awareness - Group Tutorial Resources
https://www.un.org/en/observances/day-of-persons-with-disabilities
Fri 06 Dec
Welsh Language Rights Day
Friday 06 December 2024
The 'Use your Welsh' campaign runs between 25 November and 9 December 2024. The purpose of this campaign will be to encourage Welsh speakers and learners from all over Wales to use the language in their everyday life - at work, with the family, with colleagues, when going to the shop, face to face or online.
'Mae gen i Hawl' Day is part of the Use Your Welsh Campaign. The campaign is more general - encouraging people to use their skills where the rights day focuses on raising awareness of the rights individuals have to use the Welsh language - namely,
Letters in Welsh
Request for financial assistance in Welsh
Counselling Service in Welsh
Meetings in Welsh
Personal tutor who speaks Welsh
Mae Gen i Hawl
Mae gen i hawl - YouTube
https://www.comisiynyddygymraeg.cymru/eich-hawliau/ymgyrch-defnyddia-dy-gymraeg
Diwrnod Hawliau Cymraeg
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedQ5AJtrjt0FC5aV3nuTiBTDOd0YU8kRzx65JKvh-EW9W4ww/viewform
Launching new Ambassadors -
The Equality and Bilingualism team is eager to develop the Welsh skills Global Majority learners at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai. The aim of this Welsh Support Group is to welcome fluent Welsh speakers, learners who are learning Welsh or non-Welsh learners to develop their Welsh skills together. It also focuses the advantage of Welsh and bilingual skills within employment in the future. One session will be held each month, with the first to be held on Wednesday, 15 January from 12pm – 1pm online.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B-KjcDxOahjuVy_XAx8jVv2MZ3kEwmWq/view?usp=sharing
Mon 09 Dec
Cross Grŵp Student Union Charity Events
Monday 09 December 2024 - Friday 13 December 2024
Thu 12 Dec
Christmas Jumper Day
Thursday 12 December 2024
Mon 06 Jan
Wellbeing Week - Stay Safe
Monday 06 January 2025 - Friday 10 January 2025
Mon 20 Jan
Big Energy Saving Week
Monday 20 January 2025 - Friday 24 January 2025
https://www.citizensadvice.org...
What is Big Energy Saving Week 2025?
Big Energy Saving Week 2025 is a week-long initiative that focuses on empowering people to take control of their energy consumption and make informed decisions about energy usage. It provides guidance on how to reduce energy waste, improve home insulation, and access financial support for energy bills.
How to Get Involved in Big Energy Saving Week 2025?
- Spread the Word: Share energy-saving tips and information with friends and family to help them save money on their energy bills too.
- Access Financial Support: Check if you are eligible for government grants or financial assistance programs to help with energy bills, especially if you are on a low income.
- Switch off lights
- Keep doors closed to keep the heat in
- Unplug unused devices
- Turn off standby appliances.
Mon 20 Jan
World Religion Day
Monday 20 January 2025
Exploring World Religion Stories and Personal Reflection - Group Tutorial Resources
World Religion Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in January every year and is a reminder of the need for harmony and understanding between religions and faith systems.
Fri 24 Jan
Santes Dwynwen Day
Friday 24 January 2025
Celebrate Diwrnod Santes Dwynwen with Grŵp Llandrillo Menai
- Romantic' biscuits – Coleg Llandrillo / Friars / Dolgellau
- Hair and Beauty Sessions - Friars / Dolgellau
- Love songs playlist
- Love for Wales - ILS Dolgellau / Glynllifon
- Videos on Instagram / Twitter by our Ambassadors.
Sat 25 Jan
"Brit Challenge"
Saturday 25 January 2025 - Tuesday 25 March 2025
Mon 27 Jan
Holocaust Memorial Day
Monday 27 January 2025
Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) takes place on 27 January each year and is a time to remember the millions of people murdered during the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.
Fri 31 Jan
6 Nations Championship - Rugby
Friday 31 January 2025, 00:01 - Saturday 15 March 2025
Sat 01 Feb
Time to Talk
Saturday 01 February 2025
On Time to Talk Day we ask everyone in Wales to have a conversation about mental health. The day is all about creating supportive communities by having conversations with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health. We all have mental health, by talking about it we can support ourselves and others.
Please visit the following links for support.
https://www.timetochangewales....
Sat 01 Feb
LGBTQ+ History Month
Saturday 01 February 2025 - Saturday 01 March 2025
The overall aim of LGBT+ History month is to promote equality and diversity for the benefit of the public.
This is done by:
- Increasing the visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (“LGBT+”) people, their history, lives and their experiences in the curriculum and culture of educational and other institutions, and the wider community;
- Raising awareness and advancing education on matters affecting the LGBT+ community;
- Working to make educational and other institutions safe spaces for all LGBT+ communities; and
- Promoting the welfare of LGBT+ people, by ensuring that the education system recognises and enables LGBT+ people to achieve their full potential, so they contribute fully to society and lead fulfilled lives, thus benefiting society as a whole.
Mon 03 Feb
World Hijab Day
Monday 03 February 2025
World Hijab Day is an annual event that encourages women of all backgrounds to experience and understand the hijab, fostering awareness and promoting religious tolerance.
World Hijab Day - Group Tutorial Resources
https://worldhijabday.com/
Mon 03 Feb
Wellbeing week- Time to talk
Monday 03 February 2025 - Friday 07 February 2025
Coleg Llandrillo Pottery Painting
Coleg Meirion Dwyfor Pottery Painting
Good Mental Health for all -
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Fri 07 Feb
Welsh Language Music Day
Friday 07 February 2025
Welsh Language Music Day celebrates all forms of Welsh Language music. Whether you’re into indie, rock, punk, funk, folk, electronica, hip hop or anything else, there’s incredible music being made in the Welsh language for you to discover.
Share your favourite Welsh song
Tue 11 Feb
Safer Internet Day
Tuesday 11 February 2025
The aim of Safer Internet Day is to inspire a UK wide conversation about using technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively.
Please see below some resources that you might find useful:
- Book holidays and travel online safely.
- Using mobile devices and apps safely
For more information please visit https://hwb.gov.wales/zones/keeping-safe-online
Tue 11 Feb
Women and Girls in Science Day
Tuesday 11 February 2025
Women and Girls in Science Day - Group Tutorial Resources
https://www.un.org/en/observances/women-and-girls-in-science-day/
Sat 01 Mar
Dydd Gwyl Dewi - St. David's Day
Saturday 01 March 2025
There will be celebrations across all sites to celebrate St David's Day.
- There will be a live performance by Tesni Hughes at 1 o'clock in the canteen at Llangefni site.
- Wear red, white and green to celebrate the day!
Here are some additional resources to support with the celebration:
Mon 03 Mar
Zero Discrimination Day
Monday 03 March 2025
Understanding the importance of Zero Discrimination Day - Group Tutorial Resources
Thu 06 Mar
World Book Day
Thursday 06 March 2025
A day to celebrate books and reading!
- Looking for ideas on how to celebrate World Book Day? Here’s a leaflet with 80 ideas!
- Activity! How many Welsh children’s book characters can you find in this poster? Put your answers in this Google Form, the winner will be announced on Friday the 3rd of March.
Fri 07 Mar
International Women's Day
Friday 07 March 2025
International Women's Day is a global day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for gender equality. Observed annually on March 8th, International Women's Day is a time to recognize and honor the contributions of women throughout history and in contemporary society.
https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
International Women's Day Banner
Wed 12 Mar
Mon 17 Mar
Future Options Week
Monday 17 March 2025 - Friday 21 March 2025
UCAS Support
What can I do next?
Not sure that to do next? Get ideas and all the info on your options to help decide the right route for you here on the UCAS website – Website link.
Here you can book open days, find a career by exploring different pathways and seeing if university is for you.
Labour Market Information
Labour Market Information (also known as LMI) are facts about current and future job trends.
This is important to you as Learners as this will help you keep up to date with what’s happening in the labour market and is important to anyone making career related decisions.
You should be aware of:
- What job opportunities are out there for me?
- What jobs that will be in demand in the future?
- What qualifications and skills do you need?
- How to prepare for an ever-changing job market.
There are lots of LMI tools on Careers Wales website from job information to linking your subjects to your new career.
Please visit The Careers Wales Website-LMI for more information
You can also pop in and see a member of Learner Services should require anymore support.
Wed 26 Mar
Epilepsy Awareness Day
Wednesday 26 March 2025
What is Purple Day?
Purple Day is an internationally-recognised epilepsy awareness day, and it falls on 26th March every year.
This day was founded in 2008 by eight-year-old Cassidy Megan from Canada. This young girl wanted to raise awareness for people with epilepsy and help them see that they are not alone.
Cassidy picked purple to represent the day because lavender is internationally recognised as the flower for epilepsy.
Over the years, Purple Day grew to become the successful epilepsy awareness day we know it as today, and one of the biggest fundraising events in the epilepsy calendar. Every year, thousands of amazing people come together to help make a difference for people living with epilepsy.
Epilepsy.org and Epilepsy Wales (https://epilepsy.wales/support-groups) help support people and their friends and family who have epilepsy.
Epilepsy Wales are local and can see people face to face, if needed.
For more information please visit - https://epilepsy.wales/
Mon 31 Mar
International Transgender Day of Visibility
Monday 31 March 2025
International Transgender Day of Visibility, celebrated annually on March 31st, is a global event dedicated to honouring the achievements and contributions of transgender and nonbinary individuals. It also aims to raise awareness about the challenges they face, including discrimination and lack of access to resources.
The day emphasizes the importance of acceptance, inclusion, and visibility for transgender communities while combating stigma and misinformation.
Tue 01 Apr
National Autism Acceptance Month
Tuesday 01 April 2025 - Wednesday 30 April 2025
National Autism Acceptance Month is observed every April to promote understanding, inclusion, and support for individuals with autism. It emphasises shifting the focus from awareness to acceptance, aiming to create a society where people with autism are valued, respected, and provided opportunities to thrive. The month highlights the diverse experiences and abilities of autistic individuals, advocates for their rights, and challenges stereotypes.
Tue 22 Apr
Stephen Lawrence Day
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Stephen Lawrence Day, observed annually on April 22nd, honours the life and legacy of Stephen Lawrence, a Black British teenager who was tragically murdered in a racially motivated attack in 1993.
The day focuses on education about racial inequality, inspiring young people to create a fairer and more inclusive society. It encourages reflection on the importance of justice, respect, and opportunities for all, while supporting initiatives that combat racism and discrimination.
Mon 28 Apr
Environmental Week
Monday 28 April 2025 - Friday 02 May 2025
Mon 05 May
Deaf Awareness Week
Monday 05 May 2025 - Friday 09 May 2025
Deaf Awareness Week is dedicated to raising awareness about the experiences, culture, and rights of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. It aims to promote inclusion, accessibility, and understanding of the Deaf community.
Mon 12 May
Mental health Awareness Week: Emotional Social Wellbeing
Monday 12 May 2025 - Friday 16 May 2025
Please see below for timetables for your campus.
It is really important to talk about mental health and we have lots of resources here at Grwp Llandrillo Menai.
Find out more about Mental Health Week here: https://bit.ly/3nIU6bE
Please also have a look at our Wellbeing Hub for Learners here:
https://sites.google.com/gllm.ac.uk/gllmwellbeing/home