Saroj Lal
Saroj Lal was heavily involved with the work of YWCA Scotland during the 1970s and early 1980s, both in Edinburgh’s YWCA Women’s International Centre (WIC) on Roxburgh Place...
Briana Pegado
Briana Pegado
33, originally from the United States and currently residing in Edinburgh, Briana was the youngest and first black Chair of the Board and Interim CEO for The Young Women’s Movement. She appeared on the 30 under 30 list and played an active role in several community-based projects such as Feminist Fest, Women of the World Fest and In Her Shoes.
One of her favorite memories within the movement comes from orchestrating a feminist retreat for women working in gender-based violence sectors. Lastly, she recounts facing challenges but affirms that she is forever changed as a result of The Young Women’s Movement.
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Ellen
88, originally from England and currently residing in Glasgow, Ellen was a resident of the YW Hostel in Park Circus Place in Glasgow.
Surbhi Sanklesha
41, originally from India and currently residing in Glasgow, Surbhi was a former volunteer for YWCA Glasgow. She described memorable moments of line dancing, cupcake decorating...