The Saint David's Welsh Society of Brisbane

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BRIEF HISTORY OF THE SOCIETY

 

The Saint David’s Welsh Society was founded on 16th April 1918 with the aim of acknowledging and celebrating the Welsh origins of its members and to promote an appreciation of various aspects of Welsh culture within the Brisbane community of Welsh immigrants and their descendants.  The Society continues to fill that role and welcomes as members all those with historical or cultural connections with Wales or an interest in Welsh cultures and history.  Some of the traditions brought to Australia are still recognised and enjoyed by the Society (see List of Activities, below).

 

AIMS OF THE SOCIETY

 

z                To promote Welsh culture, language, literature and music;

z                To promote Welsh traditions and ceremonies;

z                To promote the Arts and Sciences associated with and derived from Wales and Welsh;

z                To promote fellowship and a sense of community among our members by means of regular meetings and functions;

z                To foster relationships with other organizations in Australia and overseas which have similar aims.

 

ACTIVITIES OF THE SOCIETY

 

ª               Saint David’s Day Celebration

ª               Y Gymanfa Ganu  (Welsh Hymn Singing Festival)

ª               Prynhawn Llawen  (Members Concert)

ª               Traditional Welsh Teas

ª               Outings to Concerts and places of interest

ª               Welsh language lessons

ª               Hosting visitors and performances by artistes from Wales

ª               Sponsorship of items at local and state Eisteddfodau

ª               Membership of Celtic Council of Australia, Queensland Branch

ª               Australia Day Events

ª               Publication of a Newsletter to inform members of Society activities and to provide a medium for contributions from members.

ª               Social events with other Celtic Societies

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