Ellen
88, originally from England and currently residing in Glasgow, Ellen was a resident of the YW Hostel in Park Circus Place in Glasgow.
Libby Smith
Libby Smith
47, originally from Glasgow and remaining local, Libby also has a rich history with The Young Women’s Movement. She is the active Business and Finance Coordinator and has spent time as a Volunteer Manager, Health and Safety Officer, Internal IT Support, Facilitator and a PA to the Coordinator.
Libby was involved in programmes such as Empowering Pathways and Y Equality. She credited the movement for helping her develop facilitation skills, building community and improving her versatility.
She described The Young Women’s Movement as a feminist organisation that focused on providing opportunities for young women and building their self-confidence.
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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...
Stella Jane Reekie
Stella Jane Reekie (1922-1982) from Gravesend, Kent was an interfaith worker, missionary and later Deaconess whose compassion and determination helped shape modern interfaith work in Glasgow.