Objectives
The goal of Dydd Gŵyl Dewi | St David’s Day is to deliver a visible, inclusive, and celebratory bilingual event that promotes Welsh language, culture, and national identity across campus. The activity aims to normalise Welsh cultural celebration within university life, strengthen partnerships with Welsh organisations, and provide students with an accessible opportunity to engage with Welsh culture - whether they are fluent speakers, learners, or completely new to Welsh.
The event is intended to contribute to a strong sense of belonging and cultural pride while aligning with wider Welsh-language priorities and national celebrations.
Planned Actions
Programme Development: Finalise a programme of activities centred on bilingual celebration and cultural visibility, including campus stalls, Welsh music, daffodils, and short talks from partner organisations.
Funding and Budgeting: Await the outcome of the Welsh Government’s St David’s Day 2026 Pilot Support Fund application and confirm the event budget once funding is secured.
Partnership Coordination: Formalise collaboration with Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol, Academi Hywel Teifi, Welsh societies, and community partners to ensure shared ownership and strong delivery.
Community Engagement: Explore and confirm involvement from external organisations such as Menter Iaith Abertawe and Tŷ Tawe to strengthen cultural presence and community links.
Logistics and Planning: Confirm venues, permissions, health and safety requirements, and risk management processes to support smooth delivery.
Bilingual Visibility: Design bilingual signage, materials, and resources to ensure strong Welsh-language presence throughout the event.
Evaluation and Review: Prepare feedback and engagement measurement tools to assess impact following the event.
Measures of Success
Attendance and Participation: Strong student engagement across campus activities throughout the day.
Welsh-Language Visibility: Clear and visible presence of Welsh language and cultural symbols across event spaces.
Partnership Engagement: Active involvement from university departments, societies, and external Welsh organisations.
Student Feedback: Positive feedback indicating increased cultural awareness, pride, and sense of belonging.
Progress to Date – In Progress (End of Term 1)
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Submitted an application to the Welsh Government’s St David’s Day 2026 Pilot Support Fund to support event delivery and costs.
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Developed an initial event concept focused on bilingual celebration and Welsh cultural visibility.
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Created an outline for campus activity including stalls, Welsh music, daffodils, and short partner talks.
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Begun early coordination with Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol, Academi Hywel Teifi, and Welsh societies.
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Exploring collaboration with Menter Iaith Abertawe and Tŷ Tawe to strengthen community and cultural involvement.