Welcome to Pathways
Building connections and belonging across our communities
The Pathways Project, delivered by Dinas Integration Services, is a community-led integration programme made possible thanks to National Lottery players through Awards for All Wales.
The project supports asylum seekers, refugees, international students and other vulnerable migrants to settle into their local communities, reduce isolation and build meaningful social connections.
- Swansea
- Llanelli
- Gowerton
- Neath
- Port Talbot
- Pontardawe
Our aim
- Feel welcomed and included
- Build confidence and independence
- Understand UK systems, services and everyday life
- Develop social connections and support networks
- Participate fully in community life
Who it supports
- Asylum seekers
- Refugees
- International students
- Vulnerable migrants, including those on sponsorship or partner visas and dependants
What it delivers
- Cultural orientation workshops
- English language support
- Peer-led group activities
- A structured mentorship scheme with trained local volunteers
- Community events and cultural exchange
- Drop-in support, signposting and financial literacy workshops
- A multilingual, members-only online resource hub
How we work
Shaped by community voices and lived experience
Pathways uses a community-led, people-powered approach, in line with National Lottery values. An advisory board with lived experience supports the project’s direction and decision-making.
- Tailored support shaped by individual needs
- A two-way integration model promoting mutual respect
- Co-production: participants help shape activities
- Flexible delivery that adapts to what communities need
The difference it makes
Stronger, more connected communities
- Reduced social isolation
- Increased confidence and independence
- Better understanding of rights, services and opportunities
- Stronger social connections and support networks
- A greater sense of belonging
Get involved with Pathways
Refer someone who may benefit, volunteer as a mentor, partner with us to deliver activities, or support the project through funding or in-kind contributions.
Funded by The National Lottery – Awards for All Wales. Thanks to National Lottery players, the Pathways Project is helping people across six communities feel safe, supported and valued where they live.