Cymuned is a community-based organisation that campaigns for the Welsh language as a community language.

Aran Jones accepted the role of Cymuned Chief Executive at a point when the movement was losing members and facing some serious financial difficulties. He changed that by setting up a financial strategy based on new membership options and an on-line membership drive. Aran also addressed problems with the organisation’s internal communications by delivering a monthly newsletter, starting a web blog, providing weekly email bulletins and launching a comprehensive internet strategy that included targeted, marketing web sites. He has led Cymuned towards more practical community work in Welsh-speaking communities, and has encouraged the movement to work more closely with other organisations, such as the Commission for Racial Equality (CRE). He has also helped develop an international strategy that has involved building a European-wide NGO for groups involved in minority language based community work. Since being appointed Chief Executive in Sept 2004 Aran has turned the organisation around through his strong strategic leadership. Colleagues say he is committed to improving skills in the voluntary sector, and to promoting the Welsh language and sustainable communities across Wales.