Established in 1917 in Longniddry, the Scottish Womens' Institute (SWI) was originally known as the Scottish Women's Rural Institutes, (until a name change in 2015). The SWI is a leading organisation for women and has 29 Federations across Scotland, with a total of 500 Groups (formerly known as Institutes).

Our vision is for all women to find opportunities with the Scottish Women’s Institutes, an internationally recognised and well-respected membership organisation that is ambitious, relevant, and inclusive.

Scottish Women's Institutes has a rich history across Scotland’s communities, promoting education and connecting women locally and nationally to improve their quality of life through friendship, education, sharing and having fun.

The history of the Letham and District Scottish Womens' Institute is currently being compiled ready to place on this page.  2024 will be our 100th anniversary!