Club members welcomed Liz Lyle , SI Yorkshire President, to our Strawberry Tea hosted by member Christabel England. The event raised £436 for the children of Seyama Primary School in Malawi, to enable them to have uniforms, shoes, school bags, books and pencils. (L to R Christabel England, Liz Lyle and Club President Pat Shore)
Everyone enjoyed a magnificent spread of food in true English traditional style. A glass of Pimms did not allow the odd shower of rain to dampen the spirits. A book sale, the upcycling of scarves and a raffle all contributed to the fun.
The funds raised will help our Friendship Link members of Soroptimist International (SI) Club of Blantyre in their work to support girls to stay in school by providing them with uniforms and learning materials.
Children from Seyama Primary School, Malawi with members of Soroptimist International Club of Blantyre (last row).
SI Blantyre are, this year, celebrating ten years since the foundation of their club, which aims to support vulnerable girls and women in areas of education, socio-economic empowerment and health.
Christabel England, a member of SI Harrogate will be visiting SI Blantyre later this year and will be able to hand over the money personally.
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