The five final shortlisted resolutions for 2021-22 have been published by NFWI. They are as follows: 1. Fit for purpose – fit for girls Girls’ clothing ranges often promote harmful gender stereotypes and can lack the practicality and robustness of boys’ clothing due to the differing design features and materials used. The NFWI calls on […]

At a Special Meeting of the CFWI Board of Trustees today, officers for the 2021/22 year were elected. Helen Kestle of Crowlas and Ludgvan WI was elected Chair. Penny Picton of Illogan WI was elected Treasurer. Vice-Chairs are Jane Dover of Ladock WI and Pam Selley of Bodmin Gaolbirds WI. The rest of the Board […]

Now that the dust has settled, we’ve had time to reflect on this year’s Annual Council Meeting. We don’t want to boast, but we do think it was one of the best Council meetings ever! And how wonderful it was to return to the beautiful new Hall for Cornwall after so long! We’ve been overwhelmed […]

On Thursday evening, Tregony WI welcomed Rico to their meeting to show them the art of fruit carving. Rico used to work on the QE2 and the group was so impressed with his skills. He did a demonstration and then let the members give it a go themselves. This sounds like great fun!

This Sunday 24 October marks United Nations Day, commemorating the anniversary of the UN Charter in 1945. With the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, the United Nations officially came into being. Our local Cornwall United Nations Association will be celebrating United Nations Day on Saturday 23 October by meeting […]

It’s October already! But the members of Pensilva WI don’t dread the onset of autumn and winter, as it means they have the annual Harvest Supper and sale of produce to look forward to. This year’s bring and share supper went down well as usual and it was time for auctioneer extraordinaire Verna to start […]

Former CFWI Chairman and current Assistant Media Officer Sheila Goldsworthy writes a wonderful monthly WI column for The Cornishman. Here is Sheila’s October column: With darker evenings approaching, thoughts turn to indoor activities and, bearing in mind we are an educational organization, we can focus on using what we have learnt during the lockdown. Walking […]

Members of Torpoint WI recently enjoyed an evening of skittles with the Torpoint Bowling Club! Fun was had by all!  

Last week, Beaches and Cream WI’s sWIm group met to celebrate a member’s birthday. They swam around Newquay harbour before heading ashore to enjoy birthday cake and a hot drink. The members said they could definitely start to feel the freshness in the air. No mention was made of the icy cold water!

Bodmin WI had a long-awaited day out to Rosemoor Gardens at Torrington last week Twelve members attended, and all enjoyed spending time together in the beautiful weather, mooching about the gardens, having some nice eats and exploring the lovely shop – everything WI members love!