Jordan Wilcox-Forse

Following the awful & tragic events across the UK, and the continued rally for violence, racial hate and discrimination from platform leaders, this account will no longer be used. Should you wish to get in touch head to my other socials.

Please take a moment to read the consultation and respond! @BlackwoodMiners is an incredible space and the impact across the Valleys is profound!

This morning, Caerphilly County Borough Council have release further information on the proposed future of Blackwood Miners' Institute. A 6 week public consultation will now take place, below is a link to further information. conversation.caerphilly.gov.uk/blackwood-mine…

@LCCaerphilly Thank you so much Andrew! It’s been such a pleasure to be a part of the incredible project, and work with you! Look forward to hopefully collaborating further in the future - I can’t wait to see this years outcomes!

Thank you Jordan for all you’ve done helping with LCC over the last couple of years! Good luck on your next creative adventure!

@That_Simone_ @CCBCarts @TalkingShop2024 Thanks Simone! X

So today was my last day with @CCBCarts as Arts Development Officer, an experience that has truly been more than just a job! From @TalkingShop2024 to #ZenFest, Caerphilly Youth Theatre to the fierce Drag Nights… 1/3

It has been such a wild ride and I am beyond grateful for the journey I have been on with my incredible team both in Arts Development and at @BlackwoodMiners! 3/3

I am so proud of what we have achieved and for the challenges we have overcome. It is such a bittersweet time, as I am sad to leave the incredible team, but really looking forward to start the next chapter in a shiny new role! 2/3

CYT weekly classes finish for Summer today, but don’t panic! There is still spaces on our CYT Summer Intensive running in August! Ages 13-19 - Book today at blackwoodminersinstitute.com/en/whats-on/ca… @BlackwoodMiners

Be sure to take your #VoterID! #Elections2024

@omidaze @TalkingShop2024 @CCBCarts @NTWtweets @ndcwales @NYJOuk @sizeofwales @WCIA_Wales @CardiffCapital @CaerphillyCBC @futuregencymru It has been a truly remarkable time and the shop has become such an integral part of Blackwood! It has been such a tremendous pleasure to be a part of the journey, and I cannot wait to see it develop and flourish into its long term vision!

Huge thanks to everyone who supported, invested in, collaborated, partnered, worked in, visited, contributed to @TalkingShop2024 #Blackwood Our final trial is now ended & we are ready to upscale. We are delighted to have secured the 1st part of the investment needed to reopen

During such a hugely busy week I had the opportunity to pop into Arts Central Gallery @ValeArts, and view the fantastic @CAVC Art and Design Show just before it closes tomorrow. What an absolute treat of an exhibition! Da Iawn to all the artists on an exquisite installation!

Did you know you can bring groups into The Talking Shop ? No need to book. Use it as a place to meet up, network, have team meeting, gather with friends or family. The Talking Shop is yours. Created and hosted by artists & creatives for everyone. It's free. And so is the tea.

CYT Summer Intensive! CYT Dwys Yr Haf! Book now | Archebwch nawr! blackwoodminersinstitute.com/en/whats-on/ca…

It is so tough at the moment, but there are small glimpses of hope.. Let’s harness creativity for change Lets create to help us overcome challenges Let’s empower through creativity Let’s unite through our creative expression Let’s create for a better tomorrow! 2/2

While the world around us faces immense challenges & much seems bleak, the arts offers a beacon of light, remaining a platform for dialogue in such trying times. I try to remain positive always, but can we please continue to support and uplift each other through creativity… 1/2

A fantastic announcement from @TalkingShop2024

June 18: Deadline to register to vote. This can be done online at gov.uk/register-to-vo…. June 19: Deadline to apply for a postal vote. June 26: Deadline to apply for a proxy vote & to apply for a Voter ID certificate, if you do not already have a valid form of photo id

We loved having @NYJOuk at the shop last week, playing live music and introducing everyone to jazz! 🎺🎶🎷

As part of this week's Welsh Wednesdays - "Te a Siarad Dysgu Cymraeg!" 1 May in #Blackwood we have @BBCWalesNews popping in to @TalkingShop2024 Come join one of @TheDemocracyBox young co-creators discussing in Welsh the Police Crime Commissioner election taking place on May 2