Six months, three organisations, one big learning curve

The past six months have been a busy and rewarding mix of projects across my day job (ScoutsCymru), consultancy work (Collective Comms Cymru) and volunteering (RNLI Barry Dock).

ScoutsCymru - I’ve drafted the 2024–25 impact report and secured sign-off on a new five-year communications strategy. Alongside this, I launched the “Change Makers | Dyfodol Disglair” youth spotlight series, supported crisis communications during a nasty incident at a Scout camp and built visibility around international opportunities, including the Explorer Belt in Bavaria 2025.

RNLI (Barry Dock) - Since qualifying as Lifeboat Press Officer in August, I’ve been leading local comms for Barry Dock RNLI, from operational updates and safety campaigns to fundraising coverage and volunteer stories. Social media reach has grown significantly, supported by strong local media links. I’ve also been invited by the RNLI’s Chief Operating Officer to sit on a national group shaping future communications and had a weekly slot over th summer on Bro Radio giving water safety updates.

Central South Active Partnership (CSAP) - I’ve been working with this new organisation to position them ahead of their inaugural Connecting for Change conference. My role has been to shape the narrative, strengthen the brand, and ensure their messages land with the diverse partners they are bringing together.

What this has taught me - These past six months have underlined the value of clarity, adaptability, and collaboration in communications. I’ve learned that the most effective work happens when strategy and storytelling come together, whether that’s amplifying young people’s voices in Scouting, connecting partners across a region, or building trust in a lifeboat station’s community. Balancing different projects has sharpened my ability to cut through complexity, focus on outcomes, and make sure every message strengthens the bigger picture.