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International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development

International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development

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Soroptimist International is a volunteering organisation transforming lives of women and girls. This is also our Day when we with volunteers of the world celebrate the work for economic and social development in our communities. Such organizations work on peace, justice and embrace the Sustainable Development Goals. #16daysofactivism when we #Orangetheworld

Child Marriages

Child Marriages

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#Soroptimists believe that child marriage is often the result of deeply entrenched gender inequalities. We, vouch for educating girls and crafting them to lead – marriage is a deterrent to those aims. Child marriage threatens the lives, the well-being and the future of girls. #Soroptimists will fight against this violation of child rights and for the education of girls so that they develop their full potential. #16daysofactivism when we #Orangetheworld Join our movement and stand up for women and girls sigbi.org (S.I. Newcastle upon Tyne)    

Violence against women with disabilities.

Violence against women with disabilities.

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Disabled women are more likely to be subjected to violence than non-disabled women. Accessing justice and support and protection services is often impossible for women with disabilities because of accessibility, legal and other barriers. Women and girls with disabilities rightly demand enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms. #Soroptimists call for an end to violence against women NOW! #16daysofactivism #Orangetheworld

Abolition of Slavery

Abolition of Slavery

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Today there is more slavery in the world than in any other time of history. An estimated 40 plus million people are in modern slavery. #Soroptimists focus of all forms of modern-day slavery, through their projects worldwide. Raising awareness of widespread and multiple forms of slavery is the first step during #16daysofactivism we #Orangetheworld Join our movement and stand up for women and girls sigbi.org (SI Newcastle upon Tyne)  

World’s Aids Day

World’s Aids Day

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#Soroptimists are sensitive to the challenges faced by people living with HIV, women and girls and key populations. The crisis has widened the social and economic inequalities that increase the vulnerability of marginalized groups to HIV. We #OrangetheWorld on #WorldAIDSDay because women must be empowered to protect themselves from HIV.

Trafficking

Trafficking

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Human Trafficking is a transnational activity that involves the exploitation of humans through repeated sale. #Soroptimists worldwide raise awareness of exploitation of which more than half are women and girls #16DaysofActivism looks at this gross violation of human rights. Trafficking is prevalent is almost all countries and accounts for the fastest growing business in the world. Raise awareness about the signs. imists call for an end to violence against women NOW! With #Orangetheworld

International Women Human Rights Defenders Day

International Women Human Rights Defenders Day

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#Soroptimists are aware of increasing records of killings, attacks, and harassment against human rights defenders, including the particular challenges faced by women human rights defenders. We salute the countless women who have given their lives in pursuit of defending justice. Their work is so vital to promote and uphold equality. #Soroptimists call for an end to violence against women NOW! We #OrangetheWorld in their honour for #GenerationEquality Join our movement and stand up for women and girls sigbi.org (S.I Newcastle upon tyne)

Violence Against Indigenous Women and Tribes

Violence Against Indigenous Women and Tribes

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During #16DaysofActivism #Soroptimists turn our attention to the countless indigenous women and forgotten tribes whose voices have been taken away. To the women in those communities we give a voice. #Soroptimists call for an end to violence against women NOW! Join our movement and stand up for women and girls sigbi.org (or your club details) #GenerationEquality #Oangetheworld