by Lindsay Green, SIGBI Programme Director As we approach the Commission on the Status of women Meetings at the UN. I was pleased to see the news today that the Marriage and Civil Partnership Act 2022 has come into force today in England and Wales. The change honours the government’s commitment to the pledge made
The thoughts and prayers of all Soroptimists are with all those in Syria and Turkey, especially our Soroptimist sisters, who have been affected by the two powerful earthquakes which hit both countries in the space of 12 hours. The tragedy unfolding after yesterday’s earthquakes is shocking and made worse by the winter weather. Sadly, the
Join us for a spectacular online event to celebrate International Women’s Day, with a fantastic array of speakers and entertainment to inspire you. Title: embracing equity with digital dynamism: (how female digital innovation can change the world) For details of the speakers, see the flyer below: International Women’s Day Webinar Flyer Register for this event: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqdeuupz0tHdweFOwRFrCSeZe2y38HjUkG
STATEMENT FROM SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND In the 21st century, how can a police officer continually abuse his power and simply go unchecked? David Carrick admitted 49 charges including 24 counts of rape. Any police officers who have been reported for domestic abuse or sexual misconduct must be suspended from duty as part
The latest issue of Global Voice includes a video message from SI President Maureen Maguire and a reminder that Early Bird registration for the SI Dublin Convention, 27-29 July 2023, closes shortly. Read Global Voice Remember that you can sign up to receive Global Voice directly on the Soroptimist International website, so you never miss
In recognition of the progress and impact achieved as part of Opening Doors to a Bright Future over the last year, Soroptimist International would like to welcome as many Soroptimists as possible to join them on 10 December, 11AM (GMT) for a webinar event featuring guest speakers from each of the Appeal projects across our
As the protests across Iran continue in response to the death of the young woman, Mahsa Amini, Soroptimist International (SI) is deeply concerned that this is just one example of the human rights of women and girls being suppressed in many countries across the globe. SI rigorously opposes such violations of human rights and calls
11 October is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl Child. International days give us an opportunity to educate our members and the public on issues of concern. The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations, but the UN has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool, so let
Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) is very saddened and concerned about the devastating floods in Pakistan which have affected the lives of 33,000 people and killed over 1,400. We have sent a donation of £2,000 to one of our Members in Pakistan. Talat is involved with Connect, a not-for-profit organisation working in Pakistan,
