Cardiff People First

04/06/2026

03/06/2026

People with intellectual disabilities have the right to live in the community — not in institutions.

“Nobody who lived there and got out has ever said, ‘Boy, I’d really like to go back and live there again.’ Nobody. Not one. That tells you something.” -Bill Hogarth (Survivor)

The Right Way is a newly updated guide from People First of Canada and Inclusion Canada’s National Task Force on Deinstitutionalization.

It explains why institutions cause harm, and how governments and communities can close them properly. We need to do this by putting people first, respecting choice, and creating real homes.

This guide is based on the lived experience of survivors, basic human rights, and decades of evidence. Read and share The Right Way: www.institutionwatch.ca/the-right-way/

27/05/2026

There's still time to join our Dream Team!
We are looking for someone who cares about human rights and wants to develop new skills. You just need to have some experience in at least one of the things that a small charity needs behind the scenes and a willingness to learn.
The deadline to ask for a pack is 7 June, and you can get it by emailing [email protected]
It's not long, so if you are thinking about it, ask now, and if you know someone who would be good then let them know!

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

Over this past weekend, the UK has seen some of the highest temperatures EVER in May, and with Summer coming it is only going to get warmer! 🌞

So Adrian and Lindsey have put together a list of some important things you can do to make sure you are staying safe and looking after yourself when it gets warm outside.

1. Drink lots of water! 💧 It is very useful to have a water bottle outside.
2. Stay in the shade 🏖️
3. Wear suncream and a hat!👒 This will help you from getting sunburn and making being outside more fun!
4. Keep cool indoors with a fan 🪭
5. Ask for help if you feel unwell 🤒

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

20/05/2026

We don't often have jobs that are available for people who don't have a learning disability.
But this is different - can you be a behind the scenes worker?
The job is to help the Director with everything that keeps the organisation running well:

Finance, HR, Governance, Office, Training and Consultation, Meetings, Communication.

We need you to have some experience in at least one of those areas, and be willing to learn to be an all rounder.

Asking us for an application pack
Email [email protected] by 7 June 2026

Sending us your completed application
To [email protected] with the subject line assistant by 22 June 2026

Interviews
Week of 29 June

Please share this with any of your friends who you think would be interested!

07/05/2026

Was lovely having a chat with Martin Heffron this morning at his home. Fascinating person to talk too about the history of learning disability. I left his house feeling so re-energised about All Wales People Firsts quest for equality. Thanks so much Martin for your kind hospitality.