On International Women’s Day 2021, Communications Lead Nancy muses on power, empowerment and how societies value women’s contributions.
On Zero Discrimination Day, which is commemorated every year on 1 March, UNAIDS is calling for an end to discrimination against women and girls and for equal rights, opportunities and treatment. Membership Lead Louie shares her thoughts…
Our Club’s Domestic Abuse Conference: Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover took place on Saturday 27th February, and was extremely well-received by delegates. Domestic Abuse Lead Pauline reviews the day’s speakers and themes.
Single use plastics…a bigger problem than ever…
Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover A thought provoking and enlightening Domestic Abuse Conference via Zoom Saturday 27th February 9.30 – 2.30
Club Advocacy lead Karen Whitworth reports on recent moves to include non-fatal strangulation within the Domestic Abuse Bill that was currently working its way through Parliament. Despite a disappointing start with our local MPs, we’ve shown that we CAN make a difference!
Following on from the success of our initial Domestic Abuse Conference in the Autumn of 2018 – in those heady days when we could all get together in one room – SI Lichfield & District promises a new “thought provoking and enlightening” edition for 2021. To be held via Zoom on Saturday 27th February 2021, the Conference – which picks up on President Jenny’s theme of “Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover” – will bring together speakers covering the broad spectrum of themes within “domestic abuse” led by keynote speaker – Soroptimist Dame Vera Baird QC, The Victims’ Commissioner. The event is also a fund raiser and all profits from the £10 ticket fee will be donated to local Domestic Abuse charities. You can download the event flyer here. All are welcome and for full details and registration, please email Club Vice President Marisha
On New Year’s Eve 2020 President Jenny reflects on the challenges and unique opportunities presented to us by Covid-19, and looks forward to 2021 and the final few months of her Presidency…She also shares some fabulously exciting personal news of her own… Club President’s New Year Message – Watch the video
In the words of Kermit the Frog, “it’s not easy being green” (ask Alyson!) especially at what some might say, is the most commercialised time of the year. But you don’t have to be a Grinch and opt-out or miss out, just make some clever swaps and changes to cut your carbon footprint without stinting on the magic of a green Christmas…
To mark Day 1 of the 16 Days of Activism when we Orange The World, our Domestic Abuse lead Pauline, reflects on the heavy price paid in violent abuse cases – not only by the victims but also by witnesses who may end up in life changing witness protection…
