Advocacy

We will make sure that people are heard, and their rights are respected

We will communicate effectively and safely meet with people in person

We will ensure that people can access advocacy

We will take positive anti-discrimination action

We will work together to promote systemic change

Dewis CIL provides a number of advocacy services across Wales, which range from
Independent Professional Advocacy (in line with the Social Services and Wellbeing Act 2014),
Community Advocacy, through to Peer and Self-Advocacy support.
All of our advocacy services provide high quality and totally free advocacy support for those who are eligible .

See the links below to find out more about advocacy and whether there are services available in your area.

For more information about the 5 Principles of Advocacy download the PDF here.

For information about vacancies in our Advocacy services pleased see our Advocacy Jobs page.

Valuing Voices in Wales Report - Oct 2020

Advocacy survey finds widespread human rights breaches of vulnerable people. Download the report. Read more

Upholding rights & valuing voices: Advocacy principles for coronavirus and beyond

The new principles set out the advocacy sector’s shared vision for advocacy in coronavirus and beyond. Read more

Latest

PA245

Female PA available in Cardiff area. 20 hours/week. Car driver/owner. Welsh speaking. Non smoker.
VOG1133 Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant required for an older gentleman living in Barry. He has Alzheimer’s but can still hold a conversation. He’s also hard of hearing with limited mobility. Support is required for day-to-day living – meal prep, light household chores, monitoring safety and well-being. PA must be able to hold a conversation/strong clear communication skills, have common sense and a sense of humour. Job share of 19.25 hours. £15.25 per hour. Car driver preferred. Please read full job description
PA243

Female PA available in Cardiff. 8.5 hours/week. Car driver/owner. Non-smoker.
MPM1946 Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant to support a lady in her 30’s living in the Porth area with her family. She has Friedreich’s Ataxia and a wheelchair user. PA to support in the home, with accessing the community and with her parenting role. 3 hours per week. £16.00 per hour. Female PA due to personal care. PA willing to undertake manual handling training. Car driver, willing to drive an adaptable vehicle. PA to be okay with a dog in the home. Please read full Job Description before applying.