Nicola Lighterness
Nicola is a social media manager and consultant, working for creative agency Blue Serif for the past 8 years. Nicola has worked with a variety of brands in the B2B, B2C and charity sectors, helping them to improve and elevate their social media. As well as day-to-day management of brands’ channels she also runs social […]
July 2024 – Featured Crafts by Kirstie Phipps
Hello July! This month Kirstie has provided some fantastic projects for you to try at home; Rope Coasters and Lino Printed Napkins. Rope Coasters Skill level: Beginner You will need: Cork sheet – 25mm thick and 11cm diameter (per coaster) Rope – 8mm x 140cm (approx. per coaster) Glue gun and glue Compass and pencil […]
July 2024 – Featured Crafts by Gillian Cain
Hello July! By now we should be fully into Summer but if not I think the projects for July will bring a little sunshine into your life. It was lovely to get back to jewellery making again after a long break especially as I kept some for myself to update older Summer outfits. They use […]
Impact 25 Resources
NFWI & England Rugby Brochure Press here to view: NFWI & England Rugby Brochure Community Engagement Activation Fund Guide Press here to view: Community Engagement Fund Guide
July 2024 – Featured Recipes by Lucie Wilson
Hello July! How are you all? I hope you are all very well and have been enjoying the lovely sunny weather? Did you enjoy last month’s recipes and love making them too? I hope you did. This month I have made 3 recipes that are 3 of my wonderful mum’s favourites and they are also […]
Policies & Documents
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion NFWI Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy The WI was founded on democratic ideals over 100 years ago and this commitment to equality is still central to our ethos today. The WI is an inclusive, supportive and progressive organisation for all women with a diverse membership of around 180,000 members. The WI […]
WI Shop
At the Learning Hub, we’re all for making life just that little bit easier, that’s why we’re proud to support the work of WI Enterprises (formed to help finance the Women’s Institute aims and objectives through various commercial activities) and the official WI Shop; jumpers, jewellery, bags, yarn, aprons, and books, we’ve got something for […]
June 2024 – Featured Crafts by Kirstie Phipps
Hello June! This month Kirstie has provided some fantastic projects for you to try at home; Decopatch Plant Pots & Beaded Wind Chimes to glam up your gardens for the summer! Decopatch Plant Pots Skill level: Beginner You will need: Terracotta plant pot (the one we have used has a 13cm diameter) White acrylic paint […]
June 2024 – Featured Crafts by Gillian Cain
The June craft projects are all based around Garden Wildlife Week but incorporate a little of the Summer solstice, National Upcycling Day and World Environment Day. Really they are all just nature themed in time for the warmer drier weather to enjoy as extra ornamentation in the garden. I love seeing the bird feeding station […]
June 2024 – Featured Recipes by Lucie Wilson
Hello June! I hope you are all well and enjoying the lovely sunny weather? I hope you enjoyed making last month’s recipes and loved them too. This month my recipes are very summery indeed. I have gone all out summer and loved making all of these recipes. We made all 3 recipes for dinner in […]
Introduction to Impact 25 Women’s Rugby World Cup for The WI Learning Hub
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) is the national governing body for grassroots and elite rugby in England. Its purpose is to encourage rugby, and its values, to flourish across England. To find out more please visit England Rugby’s website. Rugby World Cup 2025 provides a once in a generation opportunity to accelerate the growth of the game for women and girls and achieve the […]
FSA Support for setting up a food business
A food hygiene inspection is your opportunity to show that you and your food business comply with food law. Your local authority carries out these inspections, and they will issue you with a food hygiene rating from 0-5 after checking that: Food is handled safely. Equipment, facilities and the building are clean and in […]
Kirstie Phipps
Kirstie is an avid crafter and previously worked at the NFWI as the Craft Committee Secretary.She loves to learn new crafts and techniques, often attending workshops, classes and crafty events. Kirstie also loves to travel and takes the opportunity to learn local crafts and visit local craft shops whilst visiting new countries.Her favourite crafts are making […]
Message from the Mental Health Foundation
Mental Health Awareness Week happens every year, and it’s the biggest opportunity for the whole of the UK to come together to focus on getting good mental health. The week aims to tackle stigma and help people understand and prioritise their and others’ mental health. We started Mental Health Awareness Week in 2001, and as […]
May 2024 – Featured Crafts by Kirstie Phipps
Hello May! This month Kirstie has provided some fantastic projects for you to try at home; A marbled journal cover and handy pen holder… Marbeled Journal Skill level: Beginner You will need: 200ml can of shaving foam (not gel) A3 Paper A5 notebook Food colourings Plastic tray/shallow plastic box Paper straw Newspaper/table cover Scissors […]
May 2024 – Featured Recipes by Lucie Wilson
Hello May! I hope you are all very well and had a lovely April and a wonderful Easter. I hope you enjoyed last month’s recipes too and had lots of fun making them. Did you like the maple syrup granola? Isn’t it delicious? Did you know that the 21st of May is national strawberries and […]
May 2024 – Featured Crafts by Gillian Cain
May has Mental Health Awareness Week and also Hedgehog Awareness Week happening during the month. All the May makes are hedgehog related and I don’t apologise for this as I just love these cute little critters as I know many others do. As hedgehogs should have now come out of hibernation and finished nesting it […]
Felicia Jones
Felicia is a Nutritionist (BSc) and a Stress Management Trainer (Dip) and the founder of Stress Less Living. In addition to working in private healthcare, Felicia has also worked in public health and the social sector for over 15 years. Her work encompasses adult and obstetrics weight management, working with older adults at risk of […]
Dr Ruth Stalker-Firth
Hello, my name is Ruth, I write about technology and storytelling as, for me, they are inextricably linked to understanding ourselves and the world around us. I’m fascinated by how people use technology, and vice-versa. Having worked as a web designer and written software applications for bridge monitoring, engineering plants, exhibition centres and architectural firms, I firmly believe […]
FSA Spring Clean Campaign
This campaign is being launched to provide general advice on food safety and hygiene in the home and act as reminder to regularly clean out cupboards or fridges and check use-by and best before dates on items. Best before and use by dates | Food Standards Agency It’s time to spring clean those kitchen cupboards […]
Eid al-Fitr Recipes
Looking to make this Eid al-Fitr extra special? We have got some delicious recipe ideas to inspire your celebratory feast! Peshwari Naan Pizzas by Lucie Wilson Serves 2 Ingredients Method Place the naan bread bases onto two baking trays lined with greaseproof paper and preheat your oven to gas mark 7/220⁰C. Spread on […]
Book WI Adviser Online Training
Book your space onto the WI Adviser Online Training to receive access. Please note this training is for existing WI Advisers and new WI Advisers. Upon completion, we recommend completing this online training every 2 years to ensure you are up to date with all existing and new policies and guidance, which are reviewed frequently […]
April 2024 – Featured Crafts with Kirstie Phipps
Hello April! This month Kirstie has provided some fantastic projects to welcome the spring! Embroidered T-Shirt Skill level: Beginner You will need: Cotton t-shirt (pressed) Embroidery threads Needle Scissors Dissolvable/magic paper for embroidery Iron-on ‘cover-a-stitch’/stabiliser Iron Pencil Bowl of water Tips and ideas Use small stitches where possible. You may want to place the t-shirt […]
April 2024 – Featured Recipes by Lucie Wilson
Happy Easter and hello April! I hope you are all very well and had a lovely March and a wonderful Mother’s Day. I hope you enjoyed last month’s recipes too and had lots of fun making them. Did you like the risotto? It is one of my family’s favourites. This month my recipes are obviously […]
Federation Secretary and Trustee Resources
On this page you will find some useful documents to help in your role as federation secretary or federation trustee. If you have any specific queries please contact NFWI Board Secretary on boardsecretary@nfwi.org.uk Documents & Policies Code of Conduct Federation Trustee Election Process (2025) Trustee Eligibility Declaration (2024) The Essential Trustee Trustee Benefit/Conflict of Interest […]
Open Learn – Writing Courses
These courses are an access anytime e-learning resource provided free of charge with Open Learn which anyone can join. Study Writing : Essay & Report Writing Skills with Open Learn Course Description Writing reports and assignments can be a daunting prospect. Learn how to interpret questions and how to plan, structure and write your assignment […]
FSA Vegan Campaign
The latest FSA (Food Standards Agency) campaign aims to explain the difference between a free-from label vs a plant based and vegan label, highlighting that vegan food may not be safe to eat for people with allergies to milk, eggs, fish and shellfish. Vegan food and allergens | Food Standards Agency https://youtu.be/8NUYRA6XDQY Vegan food and […]
Learn My Way – Technology Skills
These are access anytime e-learning resources provided free of charge in association with digital skills platform Learn My Way. Managing Your Money Online in Association with Learn My Way Course Description This e-learning module is accessible anytime, covering how to manage your money online In this course you will complete modules on the following […]
Nutrition & Midlife
This content was created in partnership with England Netball & TheWellHQ This Nutrition and Hydration week (11-17 March 2024), we are proud to share some useful resources and information courtesy of England Netball & TheWellHQ. Why is nutrition in midlife different? Women are vulnerable at various key life stages such as puberty, pregnancy, post-natal and, […]
Hydration & You
This content was created in partnership with England Netball & TheWellHQ This Nutrition and Hydration week (11-17 March 2024), we are proud to share some useful resources and information courtesy of England Netball & TheWellHQ. Question #1: do you drink enough water throughout the day? Yes / No / Maybe Some detail: did you know […]
Menopause
This content was created in partnership with England Netball & TheWellHQ What is the Menopause? Three phases of natural menopause Perimenopause: Before the hormones of your cycle wind down, they can become erratic. This can cause the onset of symptoms, and women can experience irregular periods. Cycles tend to shorten during the early stage of […]
Pelvic Health Across Life Stages
This content was created in partnership with England Netball & TheWellHQ What is the Pelvic Floor? Pelvic floor problems are common in all women, but especially athletes and active women. Pelvic floor issues are also synonymous with mums and midlife – with good reason – and it’s a topic in which we all need to know, say and do a […]
Introduction to NETBALLHer
As we develop our partnership with England Netball, we are proud to introduce you to NETBALLHer. From England Netball, in partnership with The Well HQ – NETBALLHer is an industry leading education programme that aims to drive real change and normalise conversations on topics around the female body. The lack of support and understanding of […]
March 2024 – Featured Crafts by Gillian Cain
March 2024 The March makes are bright and cheerful, welcoming the warmer weather and longer brighter days. The theme I had in mind was Spring, Mother’s Day and Easter, although they can all be made for other occasions. There is some cross over on the projects with an additional one this month, so four in […]
March 2024 – Featured Recipes by Lucie Wilson
Hello March! I hope you are all very well and had a lovely February? I hope you enjoyed last month’s recipes too and had fun making them. Weren’t the macarons divine? They just melted in the mouth. As this month is Mother’s Day month, my recipes are 3 of my mum’s favourite recipes to celebrate […]
Pancake Day Recipes
Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day, is the traditional feast day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. It is celebrated in English-speaking countries like the UK, Ireland, Australia, and Canada. Looking for some pancake recipes, Here are some… Blueberry Pancakes Makes 16 – 20 Ingredients 150g self-raising flour Pinch of salt […]
February 2024 – Featured Crafts by Gillian Cain
February 2024 The February makes are all about rainbows and hearts celebrating LGBTQ+ history month and Show the Love campaign which can easily be adapted for Valentine’s Day. There is a colourful ribbon bow wreath, embroidered heart tote bag with additional heart box frame projects, and a very useful handmade paper book tutorial. I am […]
February 2024 – Featured Recipes by Lucie Wilson
Hello February! I hope you are all well and had a lovely January? Did any of you try making my Irish Cream Tiramisu? If you did, wasn’t it amazing? I have got some more amazing recipes this month. I love, love, love these recipes and I hope you do too. The first is to […]
Claire Salmon
Picture by Jenny Stewart (with thanks to WI Life) Claire has over 25 years’ experience teaching in universities and colleges, and has been delivering on-line sewing classes for Denman at Home as part of the regular tutor team since 2020. As an active WI member from Gloucestershire Federation, she enjoys taking her workshops, demonstrations and […]
Steve Caroll
Steve Carroll is an artist and teacher with many years of experience in both disciplines whose passion permeates all of his work. Steve is an accredited Lecturer for the Arts Society and has travelled to places as diverse as America, India and Zambia to teach people. Steve’s strength is his vast knowledge of Art History, […]
Gill Towell
Gill set up GillyMac Designs to teach local children and adults to sew. Gill quickly won national awards with her children’s classes and was recruited to teach classes for Liberty of London and works nationally for the Quilters Guild of the British Isles. Gill works closely with the leading sewing manufacturer, Janome, and provides regular […]
Julie Sajous
Hello! I’m Julie Sajous, an artist and art teacher living on the beautiful Isle of Wight. My sunny studio sits in the garden here, surrounded by farmland and nature and not far from me is the sea. I trained as a Fashion Designer and after a career in New York and London, gradually moved into […]
Lindsey Barrell
WI President, Lindsey Barrell, has been signing for 13 years and has recently completed Level 3 in BSL (British Sign Language). Lindsey’s background includes supporting deaf students in a High School, working in outreach for Deafblind UK and being part of the ECL Sensory Team in Essex. From these roles Lindsey has gained a wide […]
Tilo Flache
Tilo is a travel-loving German living in Brighton who delivers travel talks spiced up with history, human interest, surprising details about the places and whatever looks fun and interesting. Some of his talks are focused on history with a bit of local trivia mixed in. Besides that, Tilo also runs beginners sessions for Technology workshops […]
Felicity Jennings
Felicity loves teaching crafts via the WI Learning Hub. From crochet to drawing, dotting to paper crafts Felicity aims to make her classes fun and accessible for everyone. Felicity has worked in education for over 30 years and has been crafting all her life. She lives in the beautiful Yorkshire town of Harrogate and when […]
Sarah-Jane Stephens
Sarah-Jane, with 12 years of experience, teaches a blend of Pilates and Yoga, both in-person and online. Sarah-Jane’s unique approach involves creatively combining Yoga and Pilates to devise dynamic flows that energise and tone the body, ensuring a balanced feeling of strength and flexibility after each session. Her classes are diverse, offering a variety of […]
Dr Simon Gregor
Simon Gregor has been passionate about literature and history since he was a child studying the Tudors at secondary school! He took his first degree in English Literature at the University of Cambridge, and later completed his PhD in History at the University of Wolverhampton. Simon combines his passion for literature with that for history […]
Peter Lawrence
Since retiring from Scotland Yard’s “Royalty & Diplomatic Protection” in 1992, Peter has been an adult education tutor and lecturer, majoring on various aspects of our country’s history, including the development of London, East Anglia and sharing aspects of his experiences at Scotland Yard. Joining Denman in 1995, the WI has served Peter well over […]
Vicky Constantine-Foster
Currently the Membership Operations Manager at the NFWI, Vicky has previously worked as the Young Adult Carers Service Manager at a local Carers Centre and before that as an Adult Carer Adviser. Vicky loves films, books (fiction), theatre and TV series – basically story telling in many different forms. Vicky enjoys getting immersed in and […]
Gillian Cain
Hi I’m Gillian, I am a craft enthusiast and I enjoy the whole process; I hope to offer something a bit different for beginners to advanced abilities. I love all arts and crafts and have dabbled in many but there are still others to try! Even before upcycling was a ‘thing’ I was using old and unwanted […]
