Past Campaigns
The WI has a long history of campaigning on a wide range of issues. Explore some of our past campaigns and successes below. Although we are no longer focussing on these campaigns at a national level, we do occasionally return to them and take relevant action.
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Care not Custody
Our campaign focused on ensuring people with mental health problems get the right care for their condition through safer alternatives for prison.
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Carers Welcome
We campaigned to enable carers to stay with people who are admitted into hospital with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
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More Midwives
The WI called on the government to increase investment in the training, employment and retention of midwives in England and Wales.
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Supporting UK Dairy Farmers
This campaign sought to raise awareness of the stark differences between the retail price of milk and the price paid to farmers.
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Time to Talk about Organ Donation
Our campaign called on members to encourage friends, family members and local communities to make their wishes regarding organ donation known.