Derek Walker

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[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

Today I am pleased to launch my strategy for my time as Future Generations Commissioner for Wales.

Diolch, thank you to everyone who has contributed their thoughts and ideas.

#CymruCan act today for a better tomorrow!

[Future Gen Cymru @futuregencymru]

Mae angen i Gymru wneud yn well. / Wales needs to do better. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Rydyn ni'n dweud, #CymruCan gweithredu heddiw er gwell yfory! /
We say, #CymruCan act today for a better tomorrow!

Linc i archwilio Cymru Can / Link to explore Cymru Can: https://t.co/MVYDKZsLDC

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

I’m now posting messages on Bluesky. Please follow me there at https://t.co/FH790poKtx

[Kate Raworth @KateRaworth]

Calling univ profs & lecturers! If you're interested in bringing concepts from Doughnut Economics into your teaching, we've launching a treasure trove for you! 7 slide decks, reading lists, videos & activities... Join us & @rethinkecon live on 6 Nov, 7-8pm (UK). Please RT! 1/2

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

@tegwen_ellis Jac has been doing an amazing job as per usual!

[ColegauCymru | CollegesWales @ColegauCymru]

With contributions from @WG_Education @Lynne_Neagle, @FutureGenCymru @DerekWalker_ and stakeholders from across the tertiary education sector, our Annual Conference promises to be an informative and valuable day.

🗓️ 24/10/24
📍 Cardiff City Stadium

https://t.co/xPrYFP0zfH

[Future Gen Cymru @futuregencymru]

“This report is urgent and any response but an urgent one will be letting down the people of Wales, who deserve climate action now that makes their lives better." @derekwalker_

Statement: https://t.co/zYqGKQ3S3c @janebryngwyn @WCfPP @WGClimateChange @WGRural @siangwenfelin

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

Trams are a great example of taking something from the past to solve some of today's challenges. Share your views until the end of October. https://t.co/DUSfSPPhA9

[alex thomson @alextomo]

How is Welsh seagrass nursery trying to restore UK’s marine habitat? https://t.co/Wc7jzSme0K via @alextomo

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

New fossil fuel projects are thought to be on shakier legal ground after this landmark supreme court decision. The judgment found the climate impact of burning coal, oil and gas must be taken into account when deciding whether to approve projects. https://t.co/P7TKE80Spl

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

@Rachel_Cable7 @OasisCDF @CardiffHalf Thanks Rachel!

[Claire O'Shea @closhea]

So proud of the impact @clairecampaign is having. Women are finding connection and voice despite their terrible experiences. Ceri and Jess are sharing their stories so other women survive ❤️

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

Always good to bump into the inspiring @KateRaworth. I’m chuffed that Kate has agreed to be the keynote speaker at our inaugural Well-being economy conference in Swansea in November. Watch this space for more info soon. @Cwmpas_Coop @WECymru

[Kate Raworth @KateRaworth]

Great to have been working with amazing changemakers from across Ireland @IrishDEN in the same week as @derekwalker_ the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales - there's lots of long-term and doughnutty thinking and action bubbling up... can't wait to come back!

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

@MarcKC_Green @futuregencymru Looking forward to seeing you again Marc

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

I’m thinking of no longer using X for the obvious reasons. For those of you who already use an alternative platform or have looked into it, what one would you recommend? Bluesky? Mastodon?

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

In October I’m running the Cardiff Half marathon to raise money for Oasis. This year it feels more important than ever to support this excellent charity. I’d welcome any donation you are able to make. Thank you! #JustGiving https://t.co/eI39YEzzWG

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

I promised to share the work of Matthew Thomas, a student of @ColegyCymoedd , that was on display at the @eisteddfod. The work merges the worlds of cinematic superheroes & environmental activism. It’s inspired by Marvel & Wales’ Well being of Future Generations Act. Da iawn Matt!

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

Over the 12-year period to 2022, @PublicHealthW reported an increase of almost 60,000 people with diabetes - a 40% rise. “If current trends continue,” PHW warned recently, “by 2035/36 we estimate that around 1 in 11 adults will be living with diabetes in Wales.”

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

This article is difficult to read. It shows the devastating and growing impact of diabetes type 2 in Wales. There is an urgent need for a Welsh food strategy, for more focus on prevention and for an ambitious programme of actions to help people eat well. https://t.co/yyEYPNIOcE

[Dr Tegwen Ellis 🌈🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 @tegwen_ellis]

Diolch i’r comisiynydd @derekwalker_ @futuregencymru am ymweld â’n stondin yn ystod @eisteddfod

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

Britain's 'smallest house' among heritage sites 'at risk' due to climate change | UK News | Sky News ⁦@futuregencymru⁩ https://t.co/Jlp9TiM92t

[Derek Walker @derekwalker_]

@AbiReader @castellhowell @foodsensewales Well done Abi, I am interested to know how it goes. Good luck.