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Stories

Taking Wales to the world and bringing the world to Wales.

The purpose of Taith is to create life-changing opportunities for learners and young people across Wales through international learning exchanges.
We are pleased to share the stories from some participants of the Taith programme across all sectors, who have visited countries all over the world.

United States

International student Katelynn Iemsisanith’s study experience in Wales, exploring Early Years education at UWTSD

Student and staff from UWTSD standing in a large foyer space posing for a photo and holding a large banner with the Welsh flag and UWTSD on it.
Florida, United States

University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s life-changing industry experience for Travel & Tourism students

A group of Spanish and Welsh pupils stood together outside in front of a mural
Spain

Pupils from St Martin’s School in Caerphilly bring language learning to life in Spain

New Zealand

Taith funding leads to creation of youth focussed social impact organisation tackling gender-based violence

A group of people sat around a board table having a discussion. There are computers, papers and drinks on the table.
Ireland

Learning and Work Institute develop a resource to encourage more adults to engage with community learning opportunities in Wales

Worldwide

Boys and Girls Clubs of Wales highlight how international exchange offers life-changing experiences

A large group of pupils standing outside a small traditional looking Japanese building holding Japanese and Welsh flags
Japan

Year 10 students from Newport High School visit to enhance their education and experience a new culture

A group stands indoors in a training space wearing traditional Japanese martial arts clothing, posing together in front of calligraphy artwork and equipment such as protective helmets.
Japan

Avant Cymru staff visit to develop dance resources in Wales and reshape how dance is taught nationwide

Iceland

Ysgol Nantgwyn visit to help design a school curriculum which meets the diverse needs of its pupils with a focus on wellbeing and new ways to deliver education

a female teacher cooking on an outdoor fire in a school garden smiling for a photo. There are four children in the background moving around. Their faces are covered with emojis
Denmark, Sweden and Spain

Ysgol Gymraeg Calon y Cymoedd staff professional development visit to meet school improvement plan targets

A group of Gwent and Sarasota cadets some standing and some kneeling together wearing their police uniforms posing for a photo
United States of America

Gwent Police cadets visit to develop skills, learn about international Policing and gain confidence through their cultural exchange

6 people sat around an oval shape conference table posing for a photo. There is a presentation on a screen in the background
Norway

University of South Wales (USW) visit to explore international approaches to social housing

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