Here is what is in store for October.. Download your copy at the bottom of the page. The October newsletter includes the following topics: Content Page Number Awareness Month: Breast Cancer, & Menopause 1 What is Menopause 3 Menopause Support 4 Neurodiversity Strategy Consultation 7 Have your say - Health Care future 8 Lysaught Insitute 9 DBS Conference 6th - 7th Oct 10 Scam Prevention - Age Cymru Gwent 11 Learning Disability Wales AGM 22nd Oct 12 Welsh Water Support 13 Cond

Rachelle Pawley joined the Newport team at GAVO in 2025 as Youth Volunteer Officer, supporting young people and third sector organisations across the city to develop and access meaningful volunteering opportunities. Rachelle’s role focuses on promoting youth volunteering as a positive pathway for personal development, wellbeing, and future opportunities. She works closely with schools, youth groups, community organisations, and partners to raise awareness of volunteering oppo