Women’s Institutes in Norfolk County have a rich history and their contribution to society continues today, says Jennie Chanda.

“We remain vibrant, advocating for change in health care and education even though our numbers have declined,” Chanda, president of the Norfolk District Federated Women’s Institute Ontario, Hamilton area representative.

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Norfolk County was once home to 38 branches of the federated women’s institute. There are now five – Marburg, Lynedoch, Walsingham, Vittoria and Langton.

Chanda made the comments during a visit to the Waterford Heritage and Agricultural Museum on Sunday. She was there to participate in a ceremony inducting all of the Women’s Institutes of Norfolk County – past and present – into the Norfolk County Agricultural Hall of Fame.

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