{"id":4697,"date":"2020-04-26T22:37:01","date_gmt":"2020-04-26T21:37:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/esperance\/?page_id=4697"},"modified":"2026-02-18T17:20:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T16:20:13","slug":"esperance-club-news","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/esperance\/esperance-club-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Club News in Pictures"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Soroptimist International Esperance is thrilled that the school community at Woodland Hindu Primary is joining the fight to #BeatPlasticPollution<\/a><\/span>! Students collected an astounding 300kg of plastic bottles, which were taken away by Every Bottle Back TT for recycling and upcycling.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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\"\"We extend our heartfelt thanks to Kids In Need of Direction (KIND) for their generous donation of sanitary napkins to Soroptimist International Esperance. This meaningful contribution directly supports our Period Positivity Project, helping us provide essential menstrual products to girls and women in need and ensuring that no one has to miss school, or opportunities because of period poverty.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Esperance Soroptimists are thrilled that two of the three photographs selected by Soroptimist International Global show aspects of their Period Positivity Project. In addition to educating girls about menstruation, members collect sanitary products and distribute them to girls, ensuring that period poverty does not make them miss school.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Soroptimist International also featured our club in its world wide overview. <\/strong><\/p>\n

“SI Esperance (SIGBI) has spent several years addressing period poverty as a barrier to education in Trinidad and Tobago through its Period Positivity<\/em>\u00a0project. The initiative began after the club identified that girls from low-income households were missing school during menstruation due to the cost and limited access to sanitary products, alongside stigma and lack of accurate information.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Working with primary and secondary schools in rural south Trinidad, the club provides regular supplies of menstrual products and delivers age-appropriate education on menstrual health and hygiene. These sessions help girls understand their bodies, challenge myths, and feel more confident attending school during their periods. Each participating school now maintains a designated space stocked with supplies.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The project has reached hundreds of students and contributed to improved school attendance among girls previously affected by period poverty. Through steady, community-led action, SI Esperance continues to support girls\u2019 education with dignity and care.”<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"On International Day of Education, we celebrate this onging project which was nominated for a Best Practice Award at the SIGBI Federation Conference in Birmingham.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Students at Ramai Trace Hindu Primary School accepted the challenge to #BeatPlasticPollution<\/a><\/span>. Over the Christmas holidays they collected an astounding amount of plastic bottles, over 300kg! Prizes were given to the top 6 collectors and the school will continue to deposit bottles in the bins provided by our partner, Every Bottle Back TT.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Soroptimist International Esperance congratulates the entire school community on this amazing response to protect our environment! We look forward to continuing this important initiative.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\"\"International Day of Peace Competition! <\/strong>\"\ud83d\udd4a\ufe0f\"<\/span><\/strong>SI Esperance is proud to announce the completion of our”International Day of Peace” project! From planting peace trees to witnessing inspiring school-led initiatives like the Peace Wall, these students have shown us that the future of advocacy is bright. Congratulations to all our winners for using your creativity to champion a more peaceful world!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Please help us to make everyone aware that detection needs the imput of members of the public. “If you see something, say something!” Make a confidential call to 880 4CTU.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"\"Interview on Heartbeat Radio about ‘Walk for Her” by interviewer Tequala Craig (L) with Esperance Soroptimists Charmaine Lutchmansingh (centre) and Farah Abdool (R).<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"\"Soroptimist International Esperance distributed care hampers to survivors of domestic abuse through The Colour ME Orange TT Campaign. The hampers were handed over at the compound of Serenity Rehab and Domestic Violence Shelter, ensuring dignity, privacy, and safety for those receiving support. We remain committed to standing with survivors and supporting initiatives that promote healing, hope, and empowerment. \"\ud83e\udde1\"Together, we continue to say there is no excuse for violence.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"This Christmas season, Soroptimist International Esperance shared toys, hampers and educational materials at the Life Skills Centre for the Autistic in Point Fortin \"\ud83c\udf84\"<\/span>\"\u2728\"<\/span>We believe every child and adult deserves opportunities to learn, grow, and experience joy, especially at Christmas. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this small act of kindness possible.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Wicked~ For Good Movie Fundraiser<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Members of Soroptimist International Esperance discussed upcycling and recycling. The school was presented with bins for plastic bottle collection, all part of The Beat Plastic Pollution Campaign.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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“We at Ramai Trace Hindu School extend our appreciation to Soroptimist International Esperance for delivering four hampers today. These will be given to deserving families within the school. Simple gestures ensure that we have happy families during the yuletide season.”<\/strong><\/p>\n