Welcome

Welcome to the National Federation of Women's Institutes (NFWI), the largest voluntary organisation for women in the UK with 205,000 members in England, Wales and the Islands.

We play a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.

Celebrating 60 years of Denman College

Denman College’s Diamond celebration sees six days of special events, exclusive demonstrations, exciting shows and floral displays at our college.

Campaigns

WI member Isla Arundell taking part in a campaign event

From climate change and reducing food waste to ending violence against women and promoting Fairtrade, our campaigns make a real impact.

WI Life

WI Life cover for October 2008 - A WI member holding two hands worth of earth and earthworms

WI Life is the WI membership magazine. It features articles and news stories showcasing the diversity and wide-ranging interest of members.

For Members

Honey Nut & Polenta Cake

The Women's Institute is a diverse organisation. Click here for details about the wide-range of activities and opportunities that are open to WI members.

News and Events

Find out about the search for a W-Icon and a WI Life columnist for 2009, our response to the Government consultation on informal adult learning and other news and events including the 2008 AGM.

Join the WI

Fulham WI members

Do you want to join the WI? With more than 6,800 WIs, we are the largest voluntary women's organisation in the country.

All kinds of opportunities for all kinds of women
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Telephone:020 7371 9300 Fax:020 7736 3652 Email: hq@nfwi.org.uk
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