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Ways to Celebrate the Welsh Language

Using Cymraeg (Welsh) can open up a whole new world of music, shows, and festivals, whether you speak it fluently or are just starting out. Cymraeg is one of the oldest languages in Europe, sharing roots with other Celtic languages like Cornish. Cymraeg doesn’t just exist in a classroom or at home, though. From massive […]
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What is Diwali and How Do People Celebrate?

Diwali is known as the festival of lights. This festival is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists. What is Diwali? The word Diwali means ‘rows of lighted lamps’. Diwali is a five-day festival, and each day has its own special meaning. The dates change each year because Diwali follows the lunar calendar, but […]
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Windrush Day 2025

Windrush Day is celebrated every year on the 22nd of June. It was first celebrated in June 2018 to mark the 70th anniversary of the Windrush Generation’s arrival in the UK. This day recognises the Windrush Generation, and their descendants, for the contributions they made to Britain during its recovery from the war and have […]
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Why Representation in the Media Truly Matters

Have you ever been watching something and suddenly felt like that person just gets it? Maybe it was someone who looked like you, shared a similar experience, or understood a part of your life that often goes unseen. That’s the power of representation in media. Feeling seen and understood When we see people like ourselves […]
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International Women’s Day 2025

To celebrate International Women’s Day this year, we are highlighting some inspirational Welsh women and recognizing their contributions to culture, sport, business, and more! Elizabeth Andrews OBE (1882–1960) Elizabeth Andrews was a politician and activist who campaigned for social issues affecting Welsh mining communities. Her work significantly improved the lives of many families in these […]
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St David’s Day: A celebration of Welsh Culture and Heritage

St David’s Day is a national day of celebration for Wales, held every year on 1st March. It is a day to honour St David, the patron saint of Wales, and to celebrate Welsh culture and heritage. Who was St. David? St David, or Dewi Sant was a 6th-century bishop who is said to have […]
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Holocaust Memorial Day: Remembering the Past to Create a Better Future

On Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD), we remember the millions of people who were killed in the Holocaust and other genocides, including the tragedy in Srebrenica. What is a genocide? Genocide is a word for when someone tries to destroy a whole group of people because of who they are. This could be because of their race, […]
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Action You Can Take During Black History Month

October is Black History Month, and this year’s theme is Time For Change: Action Not Words. So as a child or young person, what can you do to try to make a difference?  Non-racist v Anti-racist Firstly, we’ll deal with the difference between being non-racist and anti-racist. Being non-racist means that you are not racist, […]
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How To Cope With Distressing Things in the News

The news can be very distressing when it’s reporting on big things happening across the world, but there are things you can do to help you cope better when you hear something that is upsetting. 1. Manage your news intake If you’re constantly bombarded with sad or worrying news, it can make you feel very […]
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What’s Happening Between Russia and Ukraine?

It’s hard to avoid what’s going on between Russia and Ukraine at the moment, and it’s totally understandable if it’s making you feel worried or anxious. So let us look at what’s going on together. For tips on how to cope with distressing things in the news – click here What exactly is happening between […]
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What’s Been Going On In Cardiff Bay?

If you’ve been following the news then you may have heard about some demonstrations happening in Cardiff Bay recently. So what was it all about and why is it important? During January 2021 protests took place outside Cardiff Bay Police Station following the death of 24-year-old Mohamud Mohammed Hassan who was a member of Cardiff’s […]
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