We believe in the power of community voices. Our Engagement Forums are designed to bring people together, share lived experiences, and shape the future of حوإ¼½م½م Gwent. Whether you're passionate about equality, youth empowerment, or building an age-friendly community, there's a space for you here.
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ًںص»ï¸ڈThe Lived Experience Network (LEN)
A collaborative space for Council staff and residents with protected characteristics to share stories, challenges, and achievements. Your lived experience helps guide the delivery of the Strategic Equality Plan 2024–2028.
ًںص»ï¸ڈJoin the 50+ Network Have Your Say!

Find out about local groups and share what matters most to you in this free, non-political, space for people aged 50+.
Be part of a collective voice for people aged 50+ who live, visit, and/or work in حوإ¼½م½م Gwent, working together to build an Age-Friendly community.
ًں’،The Youth Forum

We are a group of young people aged between 11 and 25 years who work as a team on key issues, representing the voices of children and young people from across حوإ¼½م½م Gwent.
Stay Connected - Talk2gether Alerts

Shape our services by staying informed with upcoming engagement events and consultations. Sign up to receive â€کHave Your Say’ alerts on My Council Services, You will be consulted on a wide range of issues to help us improve our services to support community wellbeing in your area.
We have Listened and Acted.
Your time and insights have made a difference. See how your contributions have influenced decisions and improved services:
Talk 2gether for Anti-Social Behaviour, May 2024
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Our Engagement Forums are designed to involve and empower residents on specific issues, in line with our Engagement and Participation Strategy 2024 – 2028
To join the Youth Forum please register here
To join our other Forums, please register here