Women's Studies

A Fayre for Women
Would you like to be more assertive and feel more confident? Then come along and learn how in this new group for women. There will be opportunities to put new skills and confidence into practice through a mixed programme of social and educational events and visits.
*** Tuesday 1.00-2.30pm. More information from ALP on 0131 221 5800.

The Art Space for Young Women
A new project to encourage young women to get involved in creative visual arts and crafts using our art room. The programme will be based on the interests of participants and may involve collage, drawing, banner-making, painting, knitting and community projects.
*** Thursdays 7.15-9.15pm. More details from John or Sandra at ALP.

Damned Rebel Bitches
This women's history research group uncovers stories of women who have contributed to Edinburgh's past. Learn in a supportive and co-operative atmosphere more details
*** Thursday 12.30-2.30pm.

WIFIE (Women In Focus In Edinburgh)
This is a social documentary photography project for women living in and around Edinburgh. It provides an opportunity to get involved in workshops including portraiture, camera and darkroom skills as well as in researching and developing the project.
*** Open sessions – weekday evenings. Contact ALP (or Margaret Drysdale on 0131 228 6767).

ENACT for Women
We aim to promote women's rights, equality and active participation in all areas of political, economic, social and cultural life in Edinburgh and beyond more information
*** Contact Joan Bree on 0131 346 7990.

Women's Planning Group
Women in ALP are supported by, and encouraged to join, ALP's Women's Planning Group. This group organises events and training for ALP women, including an annual Women's Gaitherin' in March 2008, residential training weekends - and days out at the seaside! More details from ALP.