The African Community Center and the Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel held an event in tribute to Rhodry Morgan.

1. Honouring, Celebrating and
Remembering Rhodri Morgan
21. 07. 2017.
This slide show is the work of WCIA volunteers: Joy Wood and Anna Rátkai

2. ‘Wales hasn’t just lost a great
politician, we’ve lost a real
father figure. In very many
ways Rhodri wasn’t like other
politicians, and that is why
people warmed to him,
trusted him and felt like they
knew him so well. He was
funny, clever, engaging on
almost any topic and
absolutely passionate about all
things Welsh.’
First Minister, Carwyn Jones

3. Mr Rhodri Morgan’s contribution was crucial in setting up the Wales for Africa
programme, a Welsh Government initiative. Since 2006, this initiative has been
working to build a fairer world through promoting Fair Trade practices, facilitating
the work of diaspora communities in Wales, and supporting placements that
contribute to UN sustainable development goals.
Wales for Africa’s achievements
include:
• 528 projects
• Work in 25 countries
• 72 health projects

4. The African Community Center (ACC) and the
Sub-Sahara Advisory Panel (SSAP) held an event
on the 21st July to honour and remember Mr
Rhodri Morgan.
Rhodri Morgan’s
contribution to the
African
diaspora/community in
Wales and Africa was
remembered through
storytellings, singing and
speeches given by AM
Jane Hutt, Mr Morgan’s
wife Julie Morgan, and
many more.

5. The event was highly
attended, well
organized, and a great
success.

6. Many high profile speakers attended,
such as Judge Ray Singh and Julie Morgan.
Charity workers who have been inspired
by Rhodri Morgan’s work also had
wonderful stories and testimonies to
share that demonstrated the life of a
remarkable man.

7. The positive stories of Rhodri’s life
captivated the audience, who
came from all over country to
celebrate and remember his
achievements and impact.