Millig - Helensburgh SWI

27/08/2026

The latest Members News' is now available to read, don't forget to share the print friendly version with members who are not online at your next Institute meeting.

https://mailchi.mp/ef1e155dbd56/swi-members-news-issue49-august2026

27/08/2026

Continuing our SWIFTS launch, our second brand-new beginner course is here, Knitting for Beginners! Ever thought about learning to knit? There's no better time to start than now.

At £95 for SWI members, this 12-week course is fantastic value, including two in-person workshops with personalised tuition, all venue costs covered, regular tutor feedback, and a certificate of completion.

Led by expert tutor Helen Gibson, this is one not to miss. Book your place here: https://www.theswi.org.uk/events/knitting-for-beginners/

27/08/2026

Last but not least, our third and final SWIFTS launch course has arrived, Embroidery for Beginners! Curious about embroidery but not sure where to begin? Now's your chance to find out.

At £95 for SWI members, this 12-week course is fantastic value, including two in-person workshops with personalised tuition, all venue costs covered, regular tutor feedback, and a certificate of completion.

Guided by experienced tutor Susie Finlayson, this is one not to miss. Book your place here: https://www.theswi.org.uk/events/embroidery-for-beginners/

27/08/2026

Please share, ever wanted to learn crochet but didn't know where to start? Now's your chance! Our brand-new Crochet for Beginners course is one of the first three SWIFTS courses launching today.

At £95 for SWI members, this 12-week course is fantastic value, including three in-person workshops with personalised tuition, all venue costs covered, regular tutor feedback, and a certificate of completion.

Expertly led by tutor Fiona Meade, this is one not to miss. Book your place here: https://www.theswi.org.uk/events/crochet-for-beginners/

25/08/2026

For more details please email: [email protected]

14/08/2026

07/08/2026

A glimpse into our past! This special 1924 edition of Home and Country magazine included a Conference Supplement celebrating the rapid growth of the Scottish Women's Rural Institutes.

Over 100 years later, we're still celebrating the same the elements that have remained core to the SWI, friendship, learning and fun.

Sit down with a cuppa and read the full August 1924 Home and Country magazine:https://www.theswi.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/SWI_1_6_1_1_1-1924_08-Copy.pdf

03/08/2026

This Wednesday! Join the wonderful Susan Morrison for an entertaining and thought-provoking online talk exploring the fascinating life and legacy of Marie Stopes.

If you enjoyed Susan’s brilliant “Not All Women Are Good Girls” talk last year, you’ll know you’re in for a treat! With her trademark humour and passion for women’s history, Susan brings the past to life as she explores Stopes’ pioneering work, controversies and lasting impact.

Susan will also be joining us again at the SWI Members’ Gathering in Dundee this September, where she’ll be hosting SWI’s Got Talent on Friday evening, so this is the perfect chance to hear her in action!

Free for SWI members - we’d love to see you there!

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../swi-expert-talk-marie... See less

03/08/2026

Help shape the future through research 🔬

At SWI, we aim to support learning across all ages. By supporting research projects led by university students and researchers, our members can play an important part in creating knowledge that benefits future generations. It's a wonderful example of intergenerational working and as easy as just sharing your experiences and opinions today to help inform tomorrow's research, policy and support.

We've been asked to share two research projects from students at University of Glasgow, and if you're eligible, we'd encourage you to consider taking part.

How do you view ageing? 🧠
Trainee Clinical Psychologist, Heather Archer, is exploring how people's perceptions of ageing relate to their wellbeing, with the aim of improving understanding and support for older adults.

Who can take part?
✔️ Aged 60 or over
✔️ Living in the UK
✔️ Able to complete the survey independently

(Takes around 15–20 minutes)

👉 Take part here: https://uofg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XEceradkDzfhJA

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Public attitudes to sentencing in Scotland ⚖️
MSc student, Louis Kennedy, is researching public views on sentencing in Scotland, including the possible introduction of suspended sentences. Women are currently underrepresented in the research, so the study is particularly keen to hear from women of all ages and backgrounds.

Who can take part?
✔️ Aged 18 or over
✔️ Living in Scotland

(Takes around 10–15 minutes and is completely anonymous)

👉 Take part here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RYTN2MM

Thank you to everyone who is able to support these projects. By sharing your voice and experiences, you're helping to build evidence that could make a real difference for future generations.