Welcome to Prosiect Dyslecsia Cymru/Welsh Dyslexia Project site
Prosiect Dyslecsia Cymru /Welsh Dyslexia Project's aim is to make Wales the best country in the world in which to be a dyslexic individual.
This web site is to help both dyslexic individuals and their parents, wider family, friends and teachers access helpful information and technology.
This site will have information from around the world. In September 2000, the Welsh Dyslexia Project made a presentation at the Assembly which included its Vision in respect to resource, schools, training and policies. Sincethen we have been using it as a framework for action, for developing tools and training to make a difference where it matters. Our vision is to make Wales the best place in the world for the dyslexic individual. However, being better than others does not mean everything is being done that can be done. Our aim is to create a level playing field in the community, in school and in the working environment. By continuing to strive for improvement we shall not only ensure that every dyslexic individual in Wales is given the best opportunity to demonstrate their potential but show the world that given the correct environment, everybody can succeed. Should you be interested in registering for our online E-learning course for parents please email admin@welshdyslexia.org and you will be given a password to access the Blackboard site Competitions - please see our competition page for latest news. Latest News From The National Assembly For Wales:AMs studying methods of treating dyslexia want to hear from children and parentsA group of AMs set up to look at approaches to the treatment of dyslexia in Wales is asking children with the condition and their parents for their views. The cross-party Dyslexia Rapporteur Group (Alun Cairns, Jeff Cuthbert, Janet Ryder and Kirsty Williams) was set up by the Assembly’s Enterprise and Learning Committee. The group has been on a series of fact-finding visits and has taken evidence from leading academics and organisations and institutions. The AMs have studied established ways of dealing with dyslexia and also looked at more innovative approaches such as the Dore method – the subject of a TV documentary featuring rugby star Scott Quinnell – and the Raviv method, and IT packages including Fast ForWord. They have heard evidence from organisations including the British Dyslexia Association Cymru, The Welsh Dyslexia Project and Dyslexia Action Cymru and looked at other innovations such as the accreditation of dyslexia-friendly schools and the prescribing of tinted glasses and coloured lenses. Now they want to talk to parents and children with experience of dealing with the difficulties of living with dyslexia, in particular: - their experiences of different interventions - the support provided in schools - the services of educational psychologists - Welsh-medium provision for children with dyslexia. Alun Cairns AM said: “Being on the Dyslexia Rapporteur Group has been a fascinating experience and we have learned a great deal about the different innovative methods of tackling the condition. However, it is important that as well as hearing from practitioners and institutions, we hear from the real experts – children and their parents – about their experiences. I am urging anyone who has a dyslexic child in their family to contact the group. This will help us in developing our final recommendations about approaches to dyslexia treatment.” Anyone wishing to send their views to the group should write to Kathryn Jenkins, Committee Services, National Assembly for Wales, Cardiff Bay CF99 1NA or via email: Kathryn.jenkins2@wales.gsi.gov.uk
Joint workshops for parents, grandparents, carers, guardians and young dyslexics:We aim to run these workshops at various venues across Wales, entitled 'Supporting the Dyslexic Child' and which are specifically designed to meet the needs of parents and dyslexics through recognising they want support and advice on a multitude of matters from raising self-esteem to understanding how different learning styles affect literacy and numerical development. These will be held during school holidays and weekends, and we welcome communities and individuals wishing to participate in our project. These workshops will be held over the next 24 months. Workshops will be available through the medium of both Welsh and English. Some may offer residential accommodation. Also, if you know of any tutors in Wales experienced in both dyslexia and in teaching adults, in a friendly, relaxed and caring environment, who might be interested in joining our pool of tutors, please let us know. Course Principal Tutor: Neil Mackay. IF YOU WISH TO HAVE A WORKSHOP IN YOUR AREA, PLEASE CONTACT US.
A minimum of 12 parents and dyslexic child /individual is required to make each workshop feasable.
To express an interest, please contact Catrin Owens or Michael Davies on 01239 682849 or 07990-813921 or by e mail: llechryd1@btconnect.com. Details of forthcoming events and information regarding booking. Welsh text to speech word processor program NOW available-free of charge to all schools in Wales.
Click the link above for details how to obtain a copy. Free CD available from Prosiect Dyslecsia Cymru.Llysteifi, Llechryd, Cardigan, Ceredigion SA43 2NX
Provision and Use of Information Technology with Adult Dyslexic Students in University in Europe
Accredited by Open College Network (Wales). at Level 2 with 3 credits. The Dystrain Project has been carried out with the support of the European Community in the framework of the Socrates programme.The content of this project does not neccessarily reflect the position of the European Community, nor does it involve any responsibility on the part of the European Community. ALL ASSIGNMENTS etc should be e mailed as attatchments to Michael Davies (Course Administrator) at: llechryd1@btconnect.com 
Our Welsh Language Policy has been approved by Bwrdd yr Iaith Gymraeg / Welsh Language Board on May 10th 2007 and is now available on this web site,in both the Welsh and English language. Click on the Cymraeg link on the left hand side of this page to access the Welsh language version.
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