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Soroptimists Reaction to Government’s New VAWG Strategy

Government’s VAWG Strategy a Step Forward – Now It’s Time for Real Action Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland has welcomed the Government’s new Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy, calling it a major step forward in protecting women and girls. Gillie O’Rourke, Federation President, said that as an organisation with long-standing experience supporting

A Win for Soroptimists at NAWO Awards

Soroptimists across the Federation were recognised for their work during 16 Days of Activism at the NAWO Awards We are humbled and delighted to announce that Soroptimists across the UK and Ireland have been awarded the NAWO 16 Days of Activism Award, presented at a ceremony held at the House of Lords on 10 December

Soroptimists Celebrate Innovation and Impact at 2025 Best Practice Awards

Soroptimists celebrate the very best of club projects at the Annual Conference in Birmingham, recognising exceptional initiatives that champion Awareness, Advocacy and Action for women and girls. This year’s Best Practice Awards showcased the creativity and global reach of our Federation, with 43 clubs and 2 regions submitting projects representing more than 39,500 volunteer hours.

Leading National Women’s Conference Sets Agenda for 2026

One of the biggest women’s conferences in the UK, took place in Birmingham last week as over 400 Soroptimists gathered together. On 31 October to 2 November, the charity – which has consultancy status at the United Nations and over 5,000 members across the Federation – held its 91st conference at the Birmingham Conference &

Leading National Women’s Conference Set for Birmingham

One of the biggest women’s conferences in the UK, organised by women’s charity Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland, is set to take place in Birmingham this week. From 31 October to 2 November, the charity, which has consultancy status at the United Nations, will hold its 91st conference at the Birmingham Conference & Events

Global Voice Newsletter

The October 2025 issue of Global Voice is now available. In this issue of Global Voice ‘Soroptimist Action: Improving Our Environment’ now published Exciting news about the SI Emblem Upcoming human rights webinar on 10 December Latest podcast now available CSW Written Statement published Soroptimist International Foundation: project updates Position Papers Latest Blogs Read Global

Soroptimists in the News

Great to see Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) President Ruth Healey’s practical and sensible approach to driverless taxis featured in today’s Daily Express. As driverless taxis begin to move from concept to reality, one thing must be non-negotiable: women’s safety. Technology alone doesn’t guarantee trust. A gender impact assessment can help ensure that