Leading women’s charity Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) has welcomed the announcement that the Government will be investing £5 million into Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) pilots – with the aim to improve support for domestic abuse victims – calling it a major step forward in supporting survivors. The initiative aligns closely with the

Ahead of International Women’s Day, we’re proud to shine a light on how Soroptimists across our 250+ clubs drive real, community‑led impact every day – from supporting local women’s centres, football clubs and more to championing global advocacy through our #UN consultative status. Read more about the power of #grassroots change in this feature by londondaily.news – https://www.londondaily.news/sigbi-and-the-power-of…/

Female farmer and founder of Community Interest Company (CIC), Milly Fyfe from Northamptonshire, has received a Diamond Education Grant to expand her food education business and further support her local community. Milly, 40, now offers parents and her local community workshops to learn about foraging at The Countryside Kitchen. She provides individuals with ways to

A prominent member of Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland, a charity known for standing up for women and girls, has been listed in King Charles’ New Year Honours List. The list, widely recognised for celebrating high-profile public figures, also shines a light on the often-unsung contributions of those supporting local communities. This year Joan

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2026 is a dedicated awareness campaign aimed at educating people about cervical cancer, its prevention, and the importance of regular screening. It was established to honour the memory of Jade Goody, well known as a reality television star and mother to two young sons, who tragically passed away from cervical cancer

Government’s VAWG Strategy a Step Forward – Now It’s Time for Real Action Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland has welcomed the Government’s new Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy, calling it a major step forward in protecting women and girls. Gillie O’Rourke, Federation President, said that as an organisation with long-standing experience supporting

Soroptimists across the Federation were recognised for their work during 16 Days of Activism at the NAWO Awards We are humbled and delighted to announce that Soroptimists across the UK and Ireland have been awarded the NAWO 16 Days of Activism Award, presented at a ceremony held at the House of Lords on 10 December

Every year, Soroptimists join the UN’s global 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls, held from 25 November to 10 December. This year, Soroptimist clubs around the world are focusing on preventing online violence and creating safer digital spaces for women and girls. The campaign highlights how online abuse happens and

One of the biggest women’s conferences in the UK, took place in Birmingham last week as over 400 Soroptimists gathered together. On 31 October to 2 November, the charity – which has consultancy status at the United Nations and over 5,000 members across the Federation – held its 91st conference at the Birmingham Conference &