YFCU president attends Women's Institute AGM

YFCU president, James Speers pictured at the Womens Institute recent AGM with WI president, Elizabeth Ward (left), Tricia Stewart and Angela Baxter (widow of John Baxter), whose true life story inspired the classic British film, Calendar Girls

Commenting following the meeting James said: “As the grandson of a former WI member I was delighted to attend the organisation’s AGM. This is the first time I have been asked along to a WI event.

"One of the main things that struck me from the offset was the incredible structure and large membership boasted by the Women’s Institute, with over 5000 members and 150 branches throughout Northern Ireland.

"Notably, I found that this was an organisation with the same ethos as the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster as it strives to enhance the opportunities and events open to members of rural communities.

"Like YFCU, WI focuses on member development, helping to foster lifelong learning and skills development for members.

"My thanks go to WI president, Elizabeth Ward and the office bearers who made me feel very welcome at the meeting.”