Rowanberrys WI, Purbrook

18/06/2026

On 18th June 2024, we took part in our first activity organised by Hampshire WI at Cittaviveka, since then we have participated in many activities, events and a holiday.

16/06/2026

The climate and environment is very important.

14/06/2026

Rowanberrys afternoon walk is to meet up at around 16:30 Wednesday 17th June at Bidbury Mead Rescreation ground. PO9 3JG or W3W prep.camera.income There are public toilets at the recreation ground and free parking.
We aim to walk a circular route which is only 2 km. There are no styles or anything like that.

13/06/2026

Most carers are women and this role is often misunderstood by some as just offering help with shopping and lifts to appointments. It might start with prompting independence and over time cover a multitude of different aspects of living.

If you want to support the call for more carer friendly communities, add your name to the Carers Week digital wall and be part of a movement to help support carers across the UK.

Add your name today: https://carersweek.pulse.ly/2kq75xyrnp

12/06/2026

Congratulations to Rose, Adeline. Terri. Maria and Lorna for coming last in the group quiz. Fun had by all.. Happy to give others the chance to feel good. Xx

12/06/2026

It’s not just about increased risk of violence but also the fact days off work and lost income, family budget spent on alcohol, an excuse not to truly spend time with your children.

The FIFA world cup starts today, hosted by Mexico, the US and Canada ⚽

Sadly during major football tournaments reports of domestic abuse increase by 25%. When England plays the statistics get worse whether they win or lose.

During this FIFA World Cup we will be regularly sharing contact details for Hampshire Domestic Abuse helplines.

If you are in immediate danger call 999.

10/06/2026

Rowanberrys WI members are passionate about environmental issues and are looking forward to participating in some of these activities.

Havant Borough Green Week is running until Sunday 14 June 😀💚
With lots of local events including litter picks, art displays, children's activities, country walks, green coffee mornings and film screenings.
Part of the National where thousands of events will be taking place around the country.
There is still time to get involved - see link for a list of local events on the Havant Climate Alliance website :
https://havantclimatealliance.com/blog/havant-borough-big-green-week-2/

07/06/2026

As we enjoyed making poppies for standing with giants so much, we decided to keep on making for this project.

Help Us Create a Sea of Poppies for Southsea Castle!

Help Us Create a Powerful Tribute for Portsmouth’s Centenary Year

In 2026, Portsmouth celebrates 100 years of city status, and we’re inviting our community to help create something truly special.

Sea of Poppies for Southsea Castle is a community-led remembrance installation that will transform Southsea Castle with thousands of handmade red poppies, created by knitters and crocheters from across Portsmouth and beyond.

Each poppy represents a personal act of remembrance, gratitude, and reflection. Together, these individual creations will form a stunning visual display, cascading from the historic castle walls in a powerful tribute to those who served and sacrificed.

Click on this link for more information and patterns.

https://www.seeded.com/the-sea-of-poppies-project

05/06/2026

Today’s meeting was a last minute change of speaker. David Gane introduced us to psychology and statistics. We were introduced to the late Hans Rosling, who in 2015 in Stockholm founded Gapminder. Our view of our world today can be based around fear, expert opinion etc. We hold on to basic instincts around safety, even though we no longer live in a prehistoric world. This means that we may not know the real truth. Threat vs Perceived Threat. The world may be safer than what it was 100 years ago, due to technological change, but we may think that disasters are more likely. We may think that girls are not given the same access to education when in fact the world’s poorer countries have worked harder to improve education for their children.

04/06/2026

Certainly an important conversation for all.

Members are now debating Resolution 1: Accessible Toilets, proposed by Denise from Marsh Maidens WI, Suffolk East Federation.

WI members from across England and Wales have the chance to vote on the resolutions that will shape our campaigning.