Cardiff
Join us in Cardiff!
We’re delighted to announce that the Reuse Network Regional Roadshows are back for 2024!
Catch the team at the Cathays Community Centre in Cardiff on Wednesday 23rd October for a day of connecting, problem-solving, and sharing experiences. It’s a ‘must attend’ for anyone in the charity reuse sector!
We are thrilled to announce Viridor and Utility Aid as the main sponsors of this year’s roadshows. Thanks to their support, we are able to offer discounted tickets to all Reuse Network members. As well as this, their sponsorship has helped us curate a diverse programme including external speakers and exhibitors, to support you in making the connections you need to grow your impact. Read on to find out more!
Get ready to elevate your impact
This year, our roadshows are designed to offer delegates practical solutions to address our sector’s common challenges and seize opportunities within the circular economy. Expect lively discussions, informative workshops, and opportunities to build meaningful connections with industry peers.
Speaking at the Cardiff Regional Roadshow this year will be Martin Williams, Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency team at the Welsh Government. Martin will be sharing insights into the Welsh Government’s ideas on reuse and repair, as well as sharing ideas on how the reuse sector can fit with policy intentions and capitalise on incoming changes.
Joining Martin will be Phoebe Brown, Director of Repair Cafe Wales, a not-for-profit which supports communities to open repair cafes and to date has saved over 18,500 items from going to landfill. Pheobe will talk about some of the projects at Repair Cafe Wales, as well as sharing updates and thoughts on the future of repair in Wales.
Throughout the day we’ll also be hosting workshops and round table discussions, allowing you to meet with colleagues and industry peers to discuss issues facing the sector, explore partnership working, and define the actions you want to take away from the event.
The Reuse Network team will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the network and the benefits of membership.
Scroll to the bottom of this page to check out the event details, read about our sponsors and explore which exhibitors you can expect to see at the event.
Get your tickets today
The Reuse Network Regional Roadshows are open to anyone interested in the charity reuse sector. Whether you’re a Reuse Network member, a local reuse charity, working in the local authority or simply want to learn more about how you can support reuse charities.
Tickets for Reuse Network members are only £40+ VAT and includes a delicious lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Non-members are also welcome to attend for £60 per person, plus VAT.
Book your place at the Reuse Network Regional Roadshows 2024 by using the registration form below. Once you have submitted the form, you will be directed to PayPal to purchase your tickets.
Reuse Network Regional Roadshows 2024
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Event details
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Address: Cathays Community Centre, 36-38 Cathays Terrace, Cardiff CF24 4HX
Parking is not available at the venue. The nearest car park is a 10-minute walk from the venue. Click here to view the car park location.
Registration for the day will begin at 10AM with the first session starting at 10:30AM. We will have a full day of discussion, workshops, and networking. There will be a dedicated exhibitors area and you will have multiple opportunities to speak directly with our exhibitors about their products and services. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be served throughout the day and lunch will be provided as part of your ticket.
Programme
Speaking at the Milton Keynes Regional Roadshow this year will be Martin Williams, Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency team at the Welsh Government. Martin will be sharing insights into the Welsh Government’s ideas on reuse and repair, as well as sharing ideas on how the reuse sector can fit with policy intentions and capitalise on incoming changes.
Joining Martin will be Phoebe Brown, Director of Repair Cafe Wales, a not-for-profit which supports communities to open repair cafes and to date has saved over 18,500 items from going to landfill. Pheobe will talk about some of the projects at Repair Cafe Wales, as well as sharing updates and thoughts on the future of repair in Wales.
Throughout the day we’ll also be hosting workshops and round table discussions which will allow you to meet with colleagues and industry peers to discuss issues facing the sector, explore partnership working, and define the actions you want to take away from the event.
Agenda
Welcome and registration
Introduction from Reuse Network
Breakout session
Coffee break + exhibition
Martin Williams, Welsh Government
[TBC]
Lunch and network
Workshop
Coffee break + exhibition
Round table discussions
Final thoughts + feedback
Sponsors
A huge thank you to our sponsors this year for making the Reuse Network Regional Roadshows possible. We are proud to welcome some long-time partners who have been supporting Reuse Network in growing a sustainable community.
Delegate Bags Sponsor – WRS Insurance
Exhibitors
AT Solutions is one of the biggest wholesalers and distributors of household electrical branded goods in the UK.
Benthyg (ben-thig) means to borrow or lend in Welsh. Benthyg Cymru is an organisation that supports a network of communities, and helps them develop a Library of Things.
Formed in 1992, D.A.D has been in the electrical and gas appliance business for over 40 years and has identified how important it is to give independent retailers an improved and more efficient service.
D.A.D stock a huge range of major and small domestic appliances from many major household and commercial brands. This means that whether you have a customer looking to buy low-cost or high-end, D.A.D will have a solution for you.
dad-online.co.uk
MicroMkt is a digital solutions provider that delivers cost-effective and affordable solutions to manage Gift Aid, supporter engagement, logistics and stock management for charity, reuse and Community Interest Groups across the UK.
Welcome Furniture specialises in providing high-quality, durable furniture items that can be used in social housing, safe houses, supported accommodation and other home settings. Welcome Furniture uses only the best scratch-resistant materials, offering quality long-lasting furniture solutions. Welcome Furniture delivers all furniture items fully assembled and its in-house delivery team delivers all items.