Learning and Work Institute / Sefydliad Dysgu a Gwaith

01/05/2026

📣You have one week to submit your entries for the Inspire! Adult Learning Awards.

If you know a learner or community project whose journey demonstrates the powerful impact of lifelong learning, we want to hear from you🤩.

🔎Explore this year's categories:
Skills for Work Award
Young Adult Learner Award
Life Change Award
Essential Skills for Life Award
Learning for Better Health Award
Ageing Well Award
New Welsh Speaker Award
Shared Futures Award
Hywel Francis Award for Community Impact
Learner Voice Award

Submit your nomination by the closing date: 8 May 2026 on the link below👇
🔗https://learningandwork.org.uk/cy/work/discover-all-our-work-in-wales/inspire-awards/

If you have any questions about the awards, drop us a DM or email us on: [email protected].

08/04/2026

📣Rhag ofn i chi golli’r neges, rydym wedi ymestyn y dyddiad cau ar gyfer enwebiadau Gwobrau Ysbrydoli! Addysg Oedolion i ddydd Gwener 8 Mai 2026.

🔎Rydym yn edrych am oedolion sy’n ddysgwyr a phrosiectau cymunedol yng Nghymru a ddangosodd rym newid bywyd addysg. Os gwyddoch chi am unigolyn neu brosiect sy’n gwneud gwahaniaeth gwirioneddol, rydym eisiau clywed gennych!

I’ch helpu i gyfleu eu taith, edrychwch ar ein canllawiau ar ysgrifennu enwebiad fydd yn sefyll allan. O lywio’r broses gyflwyno i lunio naratif grymus, mae’r canllawiau yn cynnig awgrymiadau ymarferol i’ch helpu i gyfleu effaith lawn taith y sawl a enwebwch.
🔗https://learningandwork.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Cymraeg-How-to-write-a-successful-Inspire-Award-nomination.pdf

✨Eisiau ychydig o ysbrydoliaeth?✨
Gallwch gwrdd â rhai o enillwyr gwobrau y gorffennol ar y ddolen isod:
🔗 https://adultlearnersweek.wales/change-your-story/

Rhannwch y neges yma ac enwebu heddiw📝
🔗 https://learningandwork.org.uk/cy/ein-gwaith/darganfod-ein-holl-waith/gwobrau-ysbrydoli-addysg-oedolion/?lang=cy

📩Os oes gennych gwestiwn am Wobrau Ysbrydoli!, cysylltwch â: [email protected].

The Open University in Wales / Y Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru
Addysg Oedolion Cymru / Adult Learning Wales
Agored Cymru Cymraeg
ACT Training
AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group
Dysgu Cymraeg / Learn Welsh
WCVA CGGC
North East Wales ACL
Education Begins at Home

Caiff y gwobrau blynyddol eu trefnu gan y Sefydliad Dysgu a Gwaith mewn partneriaeth gyda Llywodraeth Cymru a maent yn dathlu llwyddiannau eithriadol unigolion a phrosiectau cymunedol yng Nghymru sy’n dangos angerdd, ymroddiad ac egni rhagorol i’w gwella eu hunain a’u cymuned drwy ddysgu gydol...

08/04/2026

📣In case you missed it, we have extended the nomination deadline for the Inspire! Adult Learning Awards to Friday, 8 May 2026.

🔎We're searching for inspiring adult learners and community projects in Wales that have demonstrated the life-changing power of education. If you know a person or project making a real difference, we want to hear from you!

To help you capture their journey, check out our guide on writing a stand-out nomination. From navigating the submission process to crafting a powerful narrative, this guide offers practical tips to help you capture the full impact of a nominee’s journey.
🔗https://learningandwork.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/English-How-to-write-a-successful-Inspire-Award-nomination.pdf

Need some inspiration?✨
Meet our former past award winners on the link below:
🔗 https://adultlearnersweek.wales/change-your-story/ .

Share this post and nominate today 📝
🔗 https://learningandwork.org.uk/cy/work/discover-all-our-work-in-wales/inspire-awards/

📩If you have a question about the Inspire! Awards, get in touch: [email protected].

The Open University in Wales / Y Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru
Addysg Oedolion Cymru / Adult Learning Wales
Agored Cymru
ACT Training
AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group
Dysgu Cymraeg / Learn Welsh
WCVA CGGC
North East Wales ACL
Education Begins at Home

The annual awards are organised by Learning and Work Institute in partnership with the Welsh Government, and they celebrate the exceptional achievements of individuals and community projects in Wales that demonstrate outstanding passion, commitment, and drive to improve themselves and their communit...

08/04/2026

27/03/2026

📢 Cyhoeddiad: Ymestyn dyddiad cau Gwobrau Ysbrydoli!

📥Anfonwch eich enwebiadau erbyn 8 Mai 2026 os gwelwch yn dda.

Mae’r gwobrau hyn yn cydnabod llwyddiant oedolion sy’n ddysgwyr a’r prosiectau cymunedol sy’n ymroddedig i drawsnewid bywydau drwy ddysgu gydol oes ledled Cymru. P’un ai’n stori o wytnwch personol neu brosiect sy’n cael effaith amlwg, mae’r enwebiadau hyn yn dangos grym addysg ar unrhyw oedran.

✏️ Cyngor ar ysgrifennu enwebiad fydd yn sefyll allan:
Os ydych yn ansicr ble i ddechrau arni, gallwch lawrlwytho ein canllawiau rhad am ddim yma:https://learningandwork.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Cymraeg-How-to-write-a-successful-Inspire-Award-nomination.pdf

⏰Dyddiad Cau Terfynol: 8 Mai 2026

Cyflwynwch eich enwebiad yma:
🔗 https://learningandwork.org.uk/cy/ein-gwaith/darganfod-ein-holl-waith/gwobrau-ysbrydoli-addysg-oedolion/?lang=cy

27/03/2026

📢 Announcement: Deadline extended for the Inspire! Adult Learning Awards.

📥 Please submit your nominations by Friday 8th May 2026!

The annual awards recognise the exceptional achievements of adult learners and the community projects dedicated to transforming lives through lifelong learning across Wales. Whether it is a story of personal resilience or a project making a measurable impact, these nominations highlight the power of education at any age.

✏️ Tips on writing a standout nomination
If you are unsure where to start, you can download our free nomination guide here:https://learningandwork.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/English-How-to-write-a-successful-Inspire-Award-nomination.pdf

⏰Final deadline:
Friday 8 May 2026

Submit your entry here:
🔗 https://learningandwork.org.uk/cy/work/discover-all-our-work-in-wales/inspire-awards/

20/03/2026

Dr Joanne Prescott has dedicated her career to ensuring that learners can access the same transformative education opportunities that have changed her life.

Now Senior Lecturer in Criminology and Policing at Wrexham University, Joanne, underwent lifesaving double lung transplant surgery in October 2011. During the long recovery process, higher education became her pathway back into employment and gave her hope for the future.

Joanne is one of six tutors who will be recognised for their contribution to education at the Inspire! Tutor Awards 2026 ceremony, which will be held at the Senedd in Cardiff next week.

Tutors are honoured for their work across Higher Education, Further Education, workplace settings, Community Education and Welsh for Adults.

Co-ordinated by Learning and Work Institute in partnership with Welsh Government, the awards recognise outstanding tutors who go above and beyond to empower adult learners, transform lives and strengthen communities.

Congratulations Joanne!

17/03/2026

Post Dwyieithog | Bilingual Post

🎉Congratulations to Inspire! Tutor Award winner Ruth Lloyd🎉

Ruth Lloyd from Learn Welsh Glamorgan / Dysgu Cymraeg Morgannwg / University of South Wales is transforming how the Welsh language is used in the workplace, teaching everyone from NHS staff to the Head of the Army in Wales.

By blending professional training with the ancient art of Welsh poetry, she helps learners break through personal barriers to find their creative voice.

Her work ensures that her students become confident, active participants in Welsh language and culture.

Watch Ruth’s story on the link below:
🎬 https://youtu.be/L0RGxWli2ZI

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🎉Llongyfarchiadau i Ruth Lloyd am ennill Gwobr Ysbrydoli! Tiwtoriaid.🎉

Mae Ruth Lloyd Learn Welsh Glamorgan / Dysgu Cymraeg Morgannwg a Dysgu Cymraeg / Learn Welsh yn trawsnewid sut y defnyddir y Gymraeg yn y gweithle, gan addysgu pawb o staff GIG i Bennaeth y Fyddin yng Nghymru.

Drwy gyfuno hyfforddiant proffesiynol gyda barddoniaeth, mae’n helpu dysgwyr i dorri drwy rwystrau personol i ganfod eu llais creadigol.

Mae ei gwaith yn sicrhau y daw ei myfyrwyr yn gyfranogwyr hyderus a gweithgar yn yr iaith Gymraeg a’i diwylliat.

Edrychwch ar stori Ruth ar y ddolen isod:
🎬 https://youtu.be/L0RGxWli2ZI

Dysgu Cymraeg / Learn Welsh
Careers Wales
Aberystwyth University

17/03/2026

Post Dwyieithog | Bilingual Post

🎉Congratulations to Inspire! Tutor Award winner Rabya Kadhim Gower College Swansea - GCS🎉

Rabya Kadhim is being honoured for her unwavering belief that higher education should be accessible to everyone. From leading degree apprenticeships to mentoring learners one-to-one, she has transformed Gower College Swansea into a hub of engineering excellence. Her work proves that when you combine flexible teaching with a deep commitment to student wellbeing, you don't just produce graduates—you produce future industry leaders.
Watch Rabya’s story on the link below:
🎬 https://youtu.be/IXoaDVdr0YA

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🎉Llongyfarchiadau i Rabya Kadhim am ennill Gwobr Ysbrydoli! Tiwtoriaid Gower College Swansea - GCS🎉

Caiff Rabya Kadhim ei hanrhydeddu am ei chred ddiwyro y dylai addysg uwch fod yn hygrch i bawb. O arwain prentisiaethau gradd i fentora dysgwyr un-i-un, mae wedi troi Coleg Gŵyr Abertawe yn ganolbwynt rhagoriaeth mewn peirianneg. Mae ei gwaith yn profi pan gyfunwch addysgu hyblyg gydag ymroddiad dwfn i lesiant myfyrwyr, eich bod yn gwneud mwy na chynhyrchu graddedigion – rydych yn cynhyrchu arweinwyr diwydiant y dyfodol.

Edrychwch ar stori Rabya ar y ddolen isod:
🎬 https://youtu.be/IXoaDVdr0YA

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Cardiff University

17/03/2026

Post Dwyieithog | Bilingual Post

🎉Congratulations to Dr Joanne Prescott, Highly Commended Inspire! Tutor Award winner. 🎉

Dr. Joanne Prescott stands as living proof of the transformational power of education. After a life-saving double lung transplant, she used adult learning to rebuild her identity and career; now, as a Senior Lecturer at Wrexham University, she dedicates her life to giving that same 'second chance' to others—from university students to learners within HMP Berwyn.

Watch Joanne’s story on the link below:
🎬 https://youtu.be/3yMYf3xRdl8

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🎉Llongyfarchiadau i Dr Joanne Prescott, enillydd Cymeradwyaeth Uchel yn y Gwobrau Ysbrydoli! Tiwtoriaid.🎉

Mae Dr Joanne Prescott yn dystiolaeth fyw o rym trawsnewidiol addysg. Ar ôl llawdriniaeth i drawsblannu dwy ysgyfaint a achubodd ei bywyd, defnyddiodd addysg oedolion i ailadeiladu ei hunaniaeth a’i gyrfa; bellach, fel Uwch Ddarlithydd ym Prifysgol Wrecsam, mae’n ymroi ei bywyd i roi’r un ‘ail gyfle’ hwnnw i eraill – o fyfyrwyr prifysgol i ddysgwyr yn HMP Berwyn.

Edrychwch ar stori Joanne ar y ddolen isod:
🎬 https://youtu.be/3yMYf3xRdl8

17/03/2026

Post Dwyieithog | Bilingual Post

🎊We are delighted to share a message of congratulations from Vikki Howells MS, Minister for Further and Higher Education.
We want to thank the Minister for her continued advocacy and for sharing this inspiring message to celebrate the tutors and mentors who go the extra mile to unlock the potential of adult learners.

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🎊Rydym yn falch iawn i rannu neges longyfarch gan Vikki Howells AS, Gweinidog Addysg Bellach ac Uwch.

Er na all y Gweinidog fod yn bresennol ar gyfer seremoni heddiw, diolchwn iddi am ei chefnogaeth barhaus ac am rannu’r neges hon i ddathlu’r tiwtoriaid a’r mentoriaid a aiff yr ail filltir i ddatgloi potensial addysg oedolion.

Gower College Swansea - GCS MAC Media Academy Cymru
Coleg Penybont - Bridgend College Wrexham University Dysgu Cymraeg / Learn Welsh
Education Wales
Education Begins at Home

17/03/2026

Post Dwyieithog | Bilingual Post

🎉Congratulations to Chris Roberts Highly Commended Inspire! Tutor Award winner.🎉

After 14 years of teaching, Chris Roberts Coleg Penybont - Bridgend College is being celebrated for turning math from a daunting barrier into a tool for community empowerment. From "Maths for Parents" to supporting learners with additional needs, his innovative community outreach has achieved record-breaking engagement and transformed lives across Bridgend.
Watch Chris’ story on the link below:
🎬 https://youtu.be/E0cbq5zXYyI

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🎉Llongyfarchiadau i Chris Roberts, enillydd Cymeradwyaeth Uchel yn y Gwobrau Ysbrydoli! Tiwtoriaid.🎉

Ar ôl 14 mlynedd o addysgu, caiff Chris Roberts Coleg Penybont - Bridgend College ei ddathlu am droi mathemateg o fod yn rhwystr anodd i fod yn offeryn ar gyfer grymuso cymunedol. O “Mathemateg ar gyfer Rhieni” i gefnogi dysgwyr gydag anghenion ychwanegol, mae ei waith cymunedol arloesol wedi sicrhau ymgysylltu rhagorol a thrawsnewid bywydau ar draws Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr.

Edrychwch ar stori Chris ar y ddolen isod:
🎬 https://youtu.be/E0cbq5zXYyI

Bridgend College ACL