The AP Cymru Newsletter

Welcome to our newsletter.

These last few weeks have been so busy!

We want to say a huge congratulations to Ashlie for winning Trustee of the Year at the Cardiff Volunteer Awards. She works so hard alongside our other trustees and we want to thank them all so much.

Learn more here about what we do - www.apcymru.org.uk

With warmest wishes for the weekend,

Karen

Pigs in Blankets T Shirts!

We would like to thank everyone so much for supporting us through our online shop on the website. We are proud to introduce the 'Pigs in Blankets' T Shirts which are available now to order! These have been designed by our Chief Executive Karen. Please take a look at these and the other items for sale on our shop. Every penny raised will support our families who need help and support. www.apcymru.org.uk/shop

A Space to Feel Understood

We were invited into a Cardiff school to hold a parent support session. A gentle, honest space where parents could talk openly, share experiences and connect with people who truly get it.

Parenting a neurodivergent child can feel overwhelming and isolating at times, but having the chance to sit with others who understand makes the world feel a little lighter.

No judgment. No pressure. Just real conversation, compassion and shared lived experience.

We’re so grateful to every parent who came along. Your courage, honesty and kindness created the atmosphere today. And to the school for recognising how important this support is.

If your school or community would like us to host something similar, we’d love to help create that same safe space for more families.

Please contact leanne@apcymru.org.uk for more information.

Thank You so much Tash!

We would like to thank Tash so much for generously donating 50 selection boxes for our families for Christmas. This will make such a difference to so many people. Thank you from us all.

Caerphilly Business Club Awards 2025

Karen and Tracey were delighted to attend the recent Caerphilly Business Club Awards 2025 to represent AP Cymru. We were up against some very tough competition, but were delighted to receive a Special Recognition Award for the work that the charity does.

Neuroinclusion Training, Consultancy and Guest Speaker Services

AP Cymru will provide you with the tools, the techniques and the understanding that are required to build a fully neuroinclusive environment.

Our services include in-person and online neuroinclusion training, consultancy and guest speakers.

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If you have any questions, please respond to this email and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can download our training brochure to explore our courses in more detail via the website: www.apcymru.org.uk.

Trustee of the Year

Congratulations to Ashlie Lewis for winning Trustee of the Year. She has been recognised for her trusteeship, notably her commitment and leadership in fostering meaningful, lasting change for neurodivergent communities in Wales through collaboration and partnership working.

By using her lived experience and empathy to create positive change, Ashlie has enhanced the opportunities available through AP Cymru to reduce social isolation and challenge stigma and barriers.

Congratulations!

Parents Support and Wellbeing Service

Becoming a member of our charity gives you access to a number of support services for parents of neurodivergent children and young people. To learn more and join our AP Cymru Family, visit: APCymru.org.uk/familywellbeing.

We provide an understanding community and services such as:

• An "Empowering Parents" course

• 1-2-1 & group parent support sessions

• Our "Time For Me" parent project activities (e.g. pub quizzes, afternoon teas, comedy nights, crafts, etc)

• "Coffee, Cake & Chat" monthly sessions

• Peer support & advice

• A private Facebook forum for parents

• Expert clinics & workshops

If you'd like to find out more about our work, get support or help us reach even more families, please contact us:

Visit our website: www.APCymru.org.uk

Call our hub: 02920 810786

Email: enquiries@apcymru.org.uk

Message our WhatsApp: 07418 610673‬

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