About Draig Werdd

Aims of the organisation:

The aims and objectives of the organisation include the following:

• To raise the profile of Wales and Welsh affairs in Ireland through communication via the media and through representations to political bodies and individuals, to commercial organisations, and to private individuals, as appropriate. This includes raising awareness of current affairs in Wales in the areas of politics, economics, language, culture etc.

• To highlight misconceptions and misinformation about Wales and Welsh affairs which may have gained currency in the Irish media and amongst the population in general.

• To act as a conduit for Irish experiences in political, cultural, and economic matters which may have relevance for Wales to be passed back to the appropriate Welsh organisations or individuals.

• To foster unity of action and awareness among individuals in Ireland who wish to make a contribution to the development of the Welsh national identity overseas.

Draig Werdd is not affiliated to any political party or to any other type of organization, and is funded by contributions from members and by other fund-raising activities. Membership of the group is open to any individual who shares the aims outlined above.

Draig Werdd organises public meetings and social events to assist with promotion of its aims and objectives. A newsletter is also published for distribution to members and other interested parties.

Management of Draig Werdd

Draig Werdd is governed by a written constitution, a copy of which can be requested by e-mailing us by clicking here.  Management of the organisation is the responsibility of a committee elected in our annual general meeting each September.

Committee members for the year 2005-2006 are:

Geraint Waters – chairperson and treasurer
Paul Evans – secretary
Keith Young
Bethan Kilfoil
Roger Coplestone
Nan Davies
Huw Thomas

Any committee member can be reached via e-mail by clicking here.

Join Us

Membership of Draig Werdd is free. if you would like to join our group, simply click here to e-mail us and we will contact you within a few days.