Streatham WI

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We are delighted to share a new resource for the Bystanders Can Be Lifesavers campaign, the Defibrillator (AED) Guidance Resource.

The guide is full of practical information to help you raise awareness on the importance of defibrillators (AEDs) and includes clear, accessible guidance and resources on AEDs and offers a number of ways for WI members to get involved to make a lifesaving difference.

Increasing confidence and understanding around defibrillator use directly supports the aims of the Bystanders Can Be Lifesavers campaign, empowering bystanders to act quickly and effectively during a cardiac arrest. This guide will act as a vital tool for you to raise awareness on the importance of having AEDs in your communities.

To download the guide, head to My WI: https://mywi.thewi.org.uk/public-affairs-and-campaigns/news-and-actions/new-bystanders-can-be-lifesavers-defibrillator-aed-resource-guide

We’ve had a couple of crafty monthly meetings recently, starting in April making clay trinket trays. With thanks to Lorna from Balham WI for leading the session, and very patiently showing us all what to do.

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It is finally here - our newly rebranded WI Magazine: and a new way to provide you deep-dives and longer interviews on all things NFWI.

Fittingly for a summer issue, we present 10 pages on beach life, and spotlight some wonderful coastal WIs. We've also got a new section where your questions are answered by a WI panel in 'WIsdom'; a piece on slow crafting; and all your favourites from recipes to campaign updates.

We really hope you enjoy your new magazine, and that you find it a great read for the summer!

Read more about The WI Magazine here: https://www.thewi.org.uk/media-centre/blog/blog-listing/2026/introducing-the-wi-magazine

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✨ Just over one week to go! ✨

There’s still time to purchase your tickets for the 2026 NFWI Annual Meeting 💜

Join us online on 4th June 2026 for a truly inspiring event featuring:

🎤 Three incredible guest speakers
🗳 Debate on two important resolutions
📖 Highlights from the past year
✨ A look ahead at what’s to come
🎉 And maybe even a few surprises along the way…

Members can purchase tickets via My WI through the link on our website.

A huge thank you to our sponsor Irwin Mitchell for supporting the 2026 NFWI Annual Meeting.

For more information and to purchase your tickets, please visit: https://www.thewi.org.uk/annual-meeting

Chelsea in Bloom is always a highlight, and this year’s theme was: Out of this World. On until Sunday 🌸

Meet & Eat visited the recently refurbished and reopened El Chicos on Streatham High Road. With thanks to Lyndsey for organising. General feedback was very tasty food and great cocktails 🇲🇽

Wishing you all a Happy May Day.

Book Club members discussed My Sister the Serial Killer in April. Whilst the title put one reader off entirely, those who read it said it was the perfect holiday read 🏝️

Had our first meeting of the 2026-27 WI Year voted on the Resolutions, ate home made cake, celebrated birthdays and had a great craft session. What a way to spend a Thursday evening!

💚 Treat yourself… 💚