National Eisteddfod sees renewed call for Welsh language adopters

National Eisteddfod sees renewed call for Welsh language adopters

North Wales Adoption Service

The National Adoption Service, represented by the local regional adoption service North Wales Adoption Service (NWAS), will be at this year’s National Eisteddfod in Wrexham, to encourage more Welsh speakers to consider adoption.

Since the National Adoption Service’s formation in 2014, the service has supported a large number of Welsh speakers to adopt through ensuring that materials and training are offered in Welsh and English so everyone can get the support they need.

At the National Eisteddfod, the NAS/NWAS stand will include a range of activities including story-time sessions, blanket making, and cake and biscuit decorating.

Aiming to spark conversations about the adoption process, they want to challenge misconceptions around making enquiries in Welsh – and encourage more people to step forward to support the 250 children currently waiting for adoption in Wales.

In 2017, the Welsh Government set a strategic target for the number of Welsh speakers to reach 1 million by 2050.

Across North Wales, nearly half of the population has some Welsh speaking ability. According to the Welsh Language Indicator’s most recent statistics, 17 percent of adults in Wrexham spoke Welsh with a further 1 in 5 having some Welsh speaking ability.

Mihaela Bucutea, operational team manager at North Wales Adoption Service, said:

“As a regional service that forms part of the National Adoption Service for Wales we are committed to supporting every family that needs it - offering training and support in both Welsh and English, at every step of their journey. If you would like more information, or to have a chat, we’d encourage you to reach out and make an enquiry.”