SIGBI response to 2024 Budget

Autumn Budget Reaction. Comment provided by Ruth Healey, President at registered women’s charity, Soroptimist International Great Britain & Ireland (SIGBI). “In this week’s historic Autumn Budget delivered by the UK’s first female Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, there was encouraging news for women, but the government must do more to address gender-specific challenges. “Increased spending on essential

New SIGBI Club – SI Kolkata, City of Joy

Report on the Charter Ceremony of Soroptimist International Kolkata City of Joy Date: 29th September 2024 Venue: The Far Pavilion, Tollygunge Club, Kolkata The Soroptimist International Kolkata City of Joy celebrated its grand charter ceremony on September 29, 2024, at the prestigious The Far Pavililion, Tollygunge Club. The event commenced with the auspicious lighting of

New SIGBI Club – SI Guwahati, India

Soroptimist International (SI) Guwahati was chartered on 2nd October 2024 as the 21st SI Club in India, at a ceremony held at the Faculty Senior Secondary School Auditorium, Guwahati. The event, graced by the virtual presence of Ruth Healey, President of Soroptimist International Great Britain & Ireland (SIGBI), marked the inception of this vibrant new

International Day of the Girl 11 October 2024

Once again, we celebrate International Day of the Girl by acknowledging girls worldwide. The date, 11th October, was declared by the United Unions General Assembly in December 2011, with the inaugural day observed on the 11th October 2012. This year’s theme is “Girls’ Vision for the Future”, a fitting concept. When we listen to girls to

New SIGBI Club – SI Minerva, South Wales

SI Minerva President Reports on their chartering ceremony that was held on Sunday 22nd September in Port Talbot, South Wales. On arrival to the ceremony, Minerva members welcomed guests with a glass of mimosa. Rhian Williams, incoming President Elect was master of ceremonies and gave a warm welcome. SIGBI President Ruth Healey then invited Judith Morgan,

World Literacy Day – 8 September 2024

Each year, since 1967, UNESCO has taken the 8th September as a special day to remind the world ‘of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights’.   World Literacy Day emphasises the power of literacy and creates awareness to advance the global agenda towards a more literate and sustainable society. According

The International Day of Trafficking in Persons – July 30th 2024

The International Day of Trafficking in Persons is observed on July 30th each year. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking and promoting the protection of the rights of trafficking victims. Human trafficking is a severe violation of human rights and a form of modern-day slavery. It involves the illegal trade of

International day of Friendship-July 30th, 2024

The International Day of Friendship is celebrated annually on July 30. It was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011 with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities. The day is intended to promote a shared spirit of human solidarity and