For economic and social change
We believe our economy and society should work differently, putting people and planet first. Formerly known as the Wales Co-operative Centre, Cwmpas is a development agency working for positive change.
Our missions
Creating a fairer, greener economy
We are working to increase the proportion of the economy made up by social enterprises, co-operatives and employee-owned businesses
Building a more equal society
We are working to advance social justice by increasing access, equity, diversity and participation
Making positive change happen
We are working in co-operation with people and organisations to take action for social good

The Social Business Wales Awards are back!
This October will see the return of the Social Business Wales Awards as a live, in-person event at the brand-new Swansea Arena.
Deadline for applications is 1st July!
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Winter Digital Hardship Project: How co-operative digital inclusion helped get care receivers connected
Wales-wide local partnership initiative has enabled recent hospital leavers improve their tech skills and connectivity to combat isolation. Funded...
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Care to Co-operate? How co-operative models can help address the crisis in care
In this online event, we will be exploring the future of the social care sector in Wales, and how co-operative values and models can play a crucial role.
How we create impact
Our services
Our friendly team of advisers can offer expert help and support across a wide range of areas, from co-operative and social enterprise support to digital inclusion.
Our services

Become a member
Cwmpas is a co-operative. By becoming a member, you can show your commitment to co-operation and help drive forward the social business sector in Wales.
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