IPA Cymru Wales

IPA Cymru Wales was launched on 1 March 2023. The International Play Association (IPA) is an international non-governmental organisation to protect, preserve and promote children’s right to play.

IPA has a wide and diverse membership with active branches around the world, which now includes a Wales branch. The work, values and principles of IPA Cymru Wales are underpinned by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and in particular Article 31:

‘States parties recognise the right of the child to rest and leisure, to engage in play and recreational activities appropriate to the age of the child and to participate freely in cultural life and the arts.’

Membership

Join IPA Cymru Wales to support an international movement working to protect, preserve and promote the child’s right to play.

IPA Cymru Wales membership is available to those living or working in Wales. A range of membership levels for individuals and organisations are offered.

Visit the IPA website to join

International Day of Play

The United Nations has designated 11 June every year as the International Day of Play, recognising the power of play at the heart of a happy, healthy childhood. At the International Play Association (IPA) World Conference in June 2023, members of the IPA, including IPA Cymru Wales voted unanimously to advocate to the UN for an International Day of Play.

Find out more about International Day of Play

If you have any queries about IPA Cymru Wales, please contact the Branch Secretary, Marianne Mannello.