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05/07/2025

Pob lwc Cymru! We’re proud to have been at your side many times during your journey!

04/07/2025

Great news that the great work by our work at the Gerallt Davies Help Point has helped Swansea gain status for the 11th year in a row!

03/07/2025

Lisa, one of our dedicated Workplace Trainers is holding a series of FREE Family First Aid Sessions in Newport over the coming weeks, with the next event taking place tonight at 6pm.

Come along if you'd like to learn life-saving skills and find out how to you can help your loved ones safe.

Booking is essential as spaces are limited. Any donations will be gratefully received.

Click the link in the comments to find out more and sign-up!

02/07/2025

We’ve been there to support those taking part in many running and endurance events recently, such as the Hundred House 10K. This event was just one of many on a busy weekend for our in Powys. Diolch pawb!

29/06/2025

Our have been busy supporting competitors taking on The Long Course Weekend challenge in Pembrokeshire - da iawn pawb!

Our St John Ambulance Cymru volunteers are busy supporting The Long Course Weekend in Pembrokeshire!

We have 5 Ambulance Crews, fully equipped Medical Centre, finish line team and an incident commanders working across the course to keep everyone safe, just in case! 🚑

We are proud to be working in partnership with Activity Wales Events | Hywel Dda Health Board | Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust | Dyfed-Powys Police | Gwasanaeth Tân ac Achub CGC / MAWW Fire and Rescue

26/06/2025

The music season has well and truly begun at the Principality Stadium with the visits of Chris Brown and Lana Del Rey over the past week representing the first of 8 concerts taking place over a busy 6 week period. A huge thanks to the for coming together to offer their first aid skills they're needed, both at the Principality and in communities all over the country. Diolch o galon!

24/06/2025

Congratulations to Professor Kevin Davies, who officially begins his new role as Registrar for the Priory for Wales today - St John's Day. Llongyfarchiadau!

Today is St John's Day, a special date in our calendar, which this year will also mark the appointment of Professor Kevin Davies MBE RRC KStJ DL PhD MA RN, as the new Registrar for the Priory for Wales. This follows his promotion to Knight of Grace (KStJ) at the annual Investiture earlier this month. Llongyfarchiadau!

The role will help bring all the different aspects of the Priory together and he will support the Prior, Chancellor and Bailiff of St Davids in promoting the Order of St John.

Prior for Wales, Paul Griffiths, OBE KStJ JP DL, said: "I am delighted that Professor Kevin Davies will become our new Registrar for the Priory for Wales. He showed great skill and diplomacy in delivering this type of role when we hosted Grand Council last year. His extensive experience and rich background will significantly help the Priory progress to support the charity, in ceremonies, fundraising and many other areas of our work."

Professor Davies is Emeritus Professor of Nursing and Disaster Healthcare at the University of South Wales, was formerly Vice Chair and Non-Executive Director of the Welsh Ambulance Service University NHS Trust. He spent six years as Independent Trustee of St John Ambulance Cymru, completing his tenure in June 2023, also leading the delivery of Grand Council when it was held in Wales in 2024. He has a decade of experience as a member of the medical panel at the HALO Trust and has advised at government level in the UK, USA, Japan and Hong Kong, where he was an Honorary Fellow.

An emergency trained nurse and nurse educator, he has worked in Bosnia, Kenya, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, Armenia, Nagorno Karabakh, Laos (Lao PDR), Ivory Coast, Japan, South Korea, Ukraine and Hong Kong.

He was appointed a Member of the Royal Red Cross 1st Class 1997, MBE in 2012 and OStJ in 2019, promoted to KStJ in 2025. He is Deputy Lieutenant for South Glamorgan, Colonel Commandant QARANC May 2020 to May 2025 and Queens Honorary Nurse 2009-2012.

23/06/2025

WE ARE RECRUITING: Trustees (one with experience of Marketing and Communications)
Location: Wales (with willingness to travel). In this role you will be helping, supporting and guiding us on our journey, willing to be a strong advocate for the charity and have the skills and expertise to steer the charity towards achieving our strategic priorities. See link in comments to apply.

RYDYM YN RECRIWTIO: Ymddiriedolwyr (un â phrofiad o Farchnata a Chyfathrebu)
Lleoliad: Cymru (a pharodrwydd i deithio). Gweler y ddolen yn y sylwadau i ymgeisio. Yn y rôl hon byddwch yn ein helpu, ein cefnogi a'n tywys ar ein taith, yn barod i fod yn eiriolwr cryf dros yr elusen, gyda'r sgiliau a'r arbenigedd i lywio'r elusen tuag at gyflawni ein blaenoriaethau strategol. Gweler y ddolen yn y sylwadau i ymgeisio.

20/06/2025

Happy Birthday to our Commandant-in-Chief, HRH The Duchess of Gloucester, pictured here meeting some of our on a visit to Cardiff last year, and who was recently recognised for half a century of service to the Order of St John and St John Ambulance Cymru. Penblwydd hapus! 🎉🎂

20/06/2025

Some top tips for keeping yourself and those around you safe in the hot weather.

As some areas will enjoy a spell of warm weather this weekend, take a moment to stay safe in the sun with these simple tips 🌞👇

💧 Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly
🧴 Apply sunscreen with SPF 30+
❤️ Check in on neighbours, older people, babies, and anyone living alone.

20/06/2025

A huge thanks to the who were at the Principality Stadium for the Chris Brown concert last night fans needed help, especially given the hot conditions.

This was the first of eight concerts at the stadium over the next 6 weeks, so if you're heading to see Oasis, Lana Del Rey, Stereophonics, Kendrick Lamar and SZA or Catfish and the Bottlemen, keep an eye our for our dedicated people who will be there to help.

They'll also continue to be present and smaller-scale events in communities across the country, for which we can't thank them enough. Diolch o galon!

18/06/2025

Llongyfarchiadau! Congratulations!

We are delighted to announce that following interview Mr Stephen Bowles has been appointed as Director of Ceremonies for the Priory for Wales. Mr Bowles will take over from current Director of Ceremonies, Mr John Petrie on St John’s Day (24th June 2025). The appointment is for an initial three-year period.

Stephen has been a volunteer with St John Ambulance Cymru for ten years and has held the positions of Operational Member and County HR Manager within Cardiff and the Vale and is currently the National Muster Party Lead.

The Prior for Wales, Paul Griffiths OBE KStJ DL, said “I am delighted to appoint Stephen to the role of Director of Ceremonies. It is an exciting time as we look to introduce Priory Volunteer Support Teams within each region, and Stephen will play a pivotal role in developing this new structure. His background and experience gained as a Regimental Sergeant Major in the British Army will be a great asset to our Priory.

“I would also like to record our thanks and appreciation to John Petrie for his contribution to the Priory for Wales for the past eight years. He has led the Ceremonial Team with great professionalism and commitment to the role. We wish him well for the future.”

27/05/2025

Dyfed Cadets attended a County Camp with their Youth Leaders over the weekend. As well as learning some outdoor first aid skills, they also completed work towards their ‘Adventure’ subject and ended with some canoeing and kayaking on the River Teifi.

We would like to thanks the County Youth Team for arranging this amazing activities for our cadets.

23/02/2025

After an action-packed three days, our St John Ambulance Cymru volunteers from Aberystwyth Town and St John Ambulance Cymru Aberystwyth LINKS, supported by members from across Dyfed County, wrapped up another incredible Superteams weekend!

Today’s focus was all about endurance, resilience, and teamwork as competitors pushed through the Campus Mile—a gruelling test of stamina made even tougher by the wind and rain. The weather may have been challenging, but that didn’t stop the athletes from giving it their all!

The big finale? The infamous Mystery Event, featuring 12 unpredictable challenges that tested strength, agility, and strategy. The highlight? The legendary gunk tank, where teams battled to stay dry (spoiler: most failed spectacularly!). 🌊💨

💪 Huge shoutout to our volunteers who braved the elements to keep competitors safe, supported, and in the game. From first aiders gaining hands-on experience to advanced responders managing more complex cases, their dedication made all the difference. Whether it was patching up injuries, providing reassurance, or simply standing strong in the rain, they were ready for anything!

🚑 Want to be part of something amazing? Volunteering with St John Cymru means learning lifesaving skills, supporting major events, and becoming part of a fantastic team. Whether you’re completely new to first aid or looking to build on your skills, we have a role for you!

Get involved today—come rain, wind, or gunk, we’ll be there!

01/12/2024

16/08/2024

We're recruiting new volunteers to join our team 🚑

Volunteering with us won't only open up lots of exciting opportunities, but it will also greatly enhance your skills. Plus, all training is provided!

From lifesaving first aid, helping with community demonstrations, supporting our fundraising or supporting our children and young volunteers - there is a role for everyone!

Find out more about how you can get involved by visiting our website: www.sjacymru.org.uk/en/page/volunteer or email induction@dyfedcounty.sjaw.org.uk

04/08/2024

Great to be working alongside Divisions across Dyfed. 

22/04/2024

Its officially time to Raise Your Buckets!

The Raise Your Buckets fundraising campaign is officially here and will be running throughout the Spring and Summer months. 🌞

There are many ways you can get involved, from purchasing a bucket hat to arranging your very own bucket collection or fundraising day.

Your support will help us continue our lifesaving work in the local community.

Get involved 👉 https://www.sjacymru.org.uk/en/page/raise-your-buckets

05/04/2024

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We are looking to increase our Community Trainers, and are currently applying for a grant to help cover these costs.
If successful, this will mean we have greater availability to send a trainer to schools, community groups and non-profit organisations to deliver FREE first aid awareness training.

As part of the grant application, we need to demonstrate there is a need for this through community consultation and engagement.
So, please take a few moments to complete our online form below so that we can gather lots of evidence to support our grant application.

https://forms.office.com/e/JZFKJk9Um8

Thank you so much in advance, and please feel free to share this far and wide with others - together we can save more lives.

23/03/2024

Come and volunteer with St John Ambulance Cymru 🚑

We are recruiting volunteers in and around Cardigan, so sign up today!
From providing event first aid and medical cover, to training in local schools and communities, teaching the next generation through our youth programmes, or even just helping behind the scenes - there is a role for everyone!

Want to know more? Visit 👉 www.sjacymru.org.uk/en/page/volunteer
Interested? Sign up here 👉 www.sjaw.org.uk/register