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Scottish Women's Institutes

Also known as: Scottish Women’s Institutes

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC011901
Status
Removed
Registered
Nov. 4, 1960
Removed
May 29, 2025
Legal form
Unincorporated association

Address

Address
1 Carmichael Place
Unit 8
4th Floor
EH6 5PH

Contact

Website
theswi.org.uk
Website screenshot

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of education','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science'

Established in 1917, Scottish Women’s Institutes is an inclusive and inspirational membership-based organisation. Our principal aims are set out in our constitution. We are here to: Build inclusive, diverse communities. Advance education and skills. Provide a platform for social activities and networking. Promote the preservation and development of our cultural heritage. We work towards the following strategic priorities: Maintain organisational growth and development - consistently focus on expanding the organisation's membership and enhancing its capabilities. Prioritise Members - ensuring member’s needs, interests, and contributions are valued and supported. Achieve financial sustainability - ensure long-term financial stability and viability through sound financial management and develop new revenue streams. Protect and preserve SWI Heritage - preserve and safeguard a home for the heritage of SWI through strategic efforts and membership engagement initiatives.

Objectives: a)    To advance the education and skills of women and girls To provide a platform for social activities and networking To promote the preservation and development of Scotland's heritage and culture To promote and work with like-minded organisations at home and abroad

Areas of operation

Main operating location
City of Edinburgh
Geographical spread
Operations cover all or most of Scotland

Finances

Period
Dec. 31, 2023
Income
£1,954,119
Expenditure
£533,818