A short film entitle Fishermen’s Kisses has just been launched by the Cornwall Plastic Pollution Coalition (of which CFWI is a member). This is a film aimed at fishermen, looking for their input for designs to help reduce one of the most pervasive forms of marine litter washing up on our beaches – the small […]

On a cold and wet January morning, members from Perranarworthal WI received a very warm welcome when they went to visit the Recycling and Recovery Unit at Bodmin run by SUEZ. The introductory talk and tour gave an insight into the complex processes required to ensure that none of Cornwall’s waste goes to a landfill […]

Newquay WI kicked off the new year with a talk about the relaxation method of “reflexology”. Guest speaker Lorna has a mobile business offering relaxation sessions including hand and body massages, Indian head massage, reflexology and reiki, all in the comfort of your own home. Lorna explained what she does as a reflexologist, and told […]

Climate change – and reducing our carbon footprint – is the biggest the challenge of our times. You might be interested in the Carbon Buddy Project, set up by Dr Colin Hastings here in Cornwall. He has just published the Carbon Buddy Manual and he has two upcoming speaking events that anyone interested is welcome […]

There was a buzz of excitement amongst members of Mawnan WI when the news was spread that president, Sally Annan, would be interviewed on Radio Cornwall about the WI’s Green Hearts workshop. Mawnan WI has participated since in the Show the Love campaign since 2015 and this year, as part of their centenary celebrations, they […]

Part-time Reception/Administration A rare opportunity has arisen to be part of the small team supporting the County office of Cornwall Federation of Women’s Institutes (CFWI). Based at Threemilestone, near Truro, the staff support the Trustees of CFWI and members of WIs across Cornwall. Essential qualities: A ‘people person’ with good friendly communication skills Proven computer […]

Our CFWI Climate Ambassadors have teamed up with RSPB for an environmentally themed coffee morning at the Godolphin Arms in Marazion on 15 February, followed by an optional beach clean.  All are welcome!

Penpol & Point WI raised £1000 throughout 2019 for the Cornwall Blood Bikes charity. Two of the Blood Bikers came to their January monthly meeting where Penpol & Point President Polly Barton presented the cheque to them.

It was agreed at the January meeting of the CFWI Board of Trustees that there would NOT be a Federation calendar in 2021. As the sample calendar has already been charged on the 2020 One Bill Account, WIs should deduct £4.50 when paying their One Bill Account. Thank you.

As the WI enters its 105th year, the NFWI is developing a strategic vision to help shape and secure its future. This ambitious vision will guide and focus the organisation’s work over the next five years, building on the successes it has achieved over the last 104 years, and ensure it continues to be the […]