Past Campaigns

WI members in front of the Albert Memorial in LondonThe 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.