About us

Inspiring women - then and now

The WI is a unique organisation shaped by its members. In 1915, we set out to give women a voice and to be a force for good in the community.  Since then, our members and our ambitions alike have grown tremendously.  Today, we are the largest women’s organisation in the UK and we pride ourselves on being a trusted place for all women of all generations, to share experiences and learn from each other. A WI membership offers the opportunity to meet women in your local area in-person and virtually, to make friends and make a difference in your community. We campaign nationally on a wide range of issues and provide life-long learning and self-development opportunities for women in England and Wales.

In 2023 we introduced WI Supporters Options as another way to engage with the WI movement without being a WI member. This is an alternative way to engage with our work.

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    Our mission

    Let us tell you what we stand for and what is at the heart of everything we do.

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    Structure

    To ensure the smooth running of the WI as an organisation, we have structured the organisation on a local, regional and national level.

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    History

    The WI has been inspiring women for over 100 years. Discover more about our history, from our origins through to the present day.

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    Who we are

    Our Board of Trustees and staff are committed to maintaining the WI’s core values and shaping the organisation for generations of women to come.

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