“Poverty increases vulnerability to Violence Against Women and Girls. Economic stress can lead to power imbalances and exploitation. By addressing poverty, we can help prevent VAWG. Empowering women economically can be a powerful tool against VAWG. #16Days #PreventionFirst”
“Learn how to recognise the signs of Domestic Violence Against Women and Girls. Look out for signs like isolation from friends and family, extreme jealousy, frequent criticism, and changes in behaviour or mood. Awareness is the first step to prevention. #16Days #PreventionFirst”
“Learn about proactive approaches to end Violence Against Women and Girls. Key strategies include education and awareness, supporting survivors with comprehensive services, and engaging communities to foster accountability and cultural change. Together, we can prevent VAWG. #16Days #PreventionFirst”
For more than 25 years, every year, Newcastle Soroptimists have collected toiletries, sweets and clothing to be packed into 25 Christmas bags for homeless women supported by the Joseph Cowan Health Centre. As you will see below, this year has been no exception when bags were delivered yesterday. We think everyone will enjoy this year’s bags which have extra special contents.
Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) includes physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, economic abuse, and more. It stems from gender inequality and power imbalances, affecting individuals, families, and communities. By understanding VAWG, we can work towards creating safer communities for everyone. #16Days #PreventionFirst”
From 25 November to 10 December, Soroptimist International will join the global community in observing the 16 Days of Activism. This year, our focus is on Prevention. Join us for 16 Days of Activism to end Violence Against Women and Girls! Prevention starts with awareness and ends with action. This year, we’re focusing on how prevention can make a difference. Together, we can create a safer, more equitable world for everyone. #16Days #PreventionFirst
SI Newcastle Upon Tyne Charter Lunch – 23rd November Copthorne Hotel Newcastle Well what a start to the morning of our Charter Lunch, Storm Bert had an effect on our numbers but not on our willingness and determination to make the lunch a huge success. Most of the Charter Lunch team arrived in their snow boots and winter clothes. After setting the tables for 7 members and guests by 11 o’clock we had about 11 cancellations so we had to set about redoing the table plans and taking settings away all in time for guests arriving at 12 midday. We did it of course and even had time to get changed into our lovely outfits. The table decorations were fabulous and echoed our speaker’s theme of Angels. Everyone admired our centrepieces. The name cards and menus also had an angel on them. Most tables ended up
Last Saturday, August 17th, club members held a fundraising event at Tynemouth Station market by having a stall to raise funds for the club’s charities. Members thoroughly enjoyed themselves and raised almost £200. In addition, it was a great opportunity to promote Soroptimism.
On Tuesday, July 9th, as one of our social outings, we met for lunch at Eslington Villa in Low Fell, Gateshead. After a lovely lunch, Past President Christine handed over the Chain of Office to President Pam.
Over the last year, we operated without a president and members took turns to chair meetings and with the use of WhatsApp we were able to communicate efficiently and effectively in terms of decision making. However, last week at our Annual General Meeting we were delighted to welcome President Pam who was installed as the Club President for 2024 -25. There was a slight delay in handing over the chain of office, but former Presidents Chris and Christine formerly handed it over to President Pam a couple of days later.
