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
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
Every year, Soroptimists join the UN’s global 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls, held from 25 November to 10 December. This year, Soroptimist clubs around the world are focusing on preventing online violence and creating safer digital spaces for women and girls. The campaign highlights how online abuse happens and
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.
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 &
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
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
This year’s annual report highlights the hard work, drive and passion of Soroptimists across our region. This year we have achieved: Read the annual report in full here.
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
