Election of chair of Cymdeithas yr Iaith

That this House congratulates Joseff Gnagbo on his election as chair of Cymdeithas yr Iaith Gymraeg, the Welsh language campaign group which has fought for greater rights for Welsh speakers for six decades; notes that Mr Gnagbo fled persecution in Côte d'Ivoire and has played a leading role in a campaign to help ensure other asylum seekers and refugees receive the same opportunity to learn Welsh; further notes that his election makes him the first person of colour and the first person not born in Wales to chair the group; highlights that Mr Gnagbo works as a carer and teacher and is fluent in six languages; and wishes Mr Gnagbo and Cymdeithas yr Iaith the very best as they continue to play a crucial role in promoting and protecting the Welsh language.