About Cheshire FederationWe are part of the largest women’s organisation in Great Britain, and we are non-political and non-sectarian. Our members include all sorts of women, of all ages, backgrounds and interests. We have institutes in nearly 200 places in Cheshire, in both town and country locations. What will membership give you?Opportunities! To make new friends. To widen your horizons, meet new people and go to new places. To learn new or develop existing skills, or simply to meet others with similar interests and enjoy them together. To have a positive impact on your local community. To take part in national campaigns on such high profile issues as a more sustainable environment, international human rights for women, better services in local communities and improved screening for ovarian cancer.Currently the WI is working to on a campaign concerning the inappropriate imprisonment of the mentally ill, which was our resolution for 2008. This year we have a shortlist of possible resolutions which will be discussed by Federations across the country. At our Annual Meeting there will be still more concerns voiced that have been raised by members and WI’s across the country, members vote on those they want to promote both locally and nationally with representations being made to other organisations and Government departments. How to joinMembership offers a whole range of opportunities including monthly meetings, our membership magazine WI Life, and the chance to take part in wide-ranging activities. You can join your local WI for £29 a year, for details of your nearest WI please contact us today. |
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