The Young Women's Movement, formerly known as YWCA Scotland, is seeking stories from its 100-year history in Scotland from Monklands residents as part of an oral history project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The charity, which is Scotland's national organisation for young women's leadership and rights, is hoping to speak to people who were involved with the YWCA in Scotland from 1924 to present-day.
This could include those who worked or volunteered with the YWCA; stayed in a YWCA hostel or residence; or delivered or took part in activities or events with the YWCA.
Local Centres in North Lanarkshire
Local centres in North Lanarkshire could be found in Coatbridge and Cumbernauld, and the charity is hoping to hear from people with memories of these venues.
The stories will be collected into a digital archive, which will continue to grow with new stories as the organisation's work continues.
The archive will serve as a record of the YWCA's 100-year history and how life has changed for young women and girls in Scotland, and a source of inspiration for the next generation of young women.
CEO's Call for Participation
Jenni Snell, CEO of The Young Women's Movement, said: 'We're thrilled to be marking our centenary by uncovering and celebrating the work people put into our movements.'
'We know there are stories of activism, support, and community linked to our organisation all over Scotland, and we're excited to bring those to life to inform and inspire our next 100 years of re-imagining Scotland for young women and girls. If you have a story about the YWCA in Scotland to share, please do get in touch.'
How to Get Involved
Find out more at youngwomenscot.org/young-women-remember or get in touch via email at samar@youngwomenscot.org or by phone or text at 07538 136230.
