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President – Val Thomas<\/h2>\n![\"Val](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2022\/03\/ValThomas2-150x150.jpg\")
Regional President 2021 – 2022 Val Thomas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nAfter spending over forty years teaching in secondary education, managing a large department, I wanted to continue serving the community when I retired a few years ago.<\/p>\n
When friends invited me to a Soroptimist meeting, I felt that this organisation offered the prospect of making a difference, especially to girls and women. I have enjoyed both the roles of President and Programme Action Officer at SI Pendleside which brought opportunities for working in various areas. Regional and Federation conferences were stimulating and there was much food for thought offered by my first International Convention in Malaysia, 2019.<\/p>\n
Covid-19 has presented a significant challenge to all organisations but I`m proud that Soroptimists have pulled together; developed technology to find new ways of working and continued helping local and international communities.<\/p>\n
I belong to two choirs and enjoy theatre, concerts, reading groups and walking.<\/p>\n
Immediate Past President – Cath Read<\/h2>\n![\"Regional](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2020\/11\/CathRead-1.jpg\")
Past Regional President 2020 – 2021 Cath Read<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n.<\/p>\n
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Treasurer – Lesley Smyth<\/h2>\n
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Secretary\u00a0 – Pat Sanderson<\/h2>\n![\"Northwest](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2021\/02\/PatSanderson-2021-150x150.jpg\")
<\/a>Regional Secretary – Pat Sanderson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello,<\/p>\n
I was invited to an Open Meeting of the SI Windermere Club in 2003.<\/b> The speakers that evening included the late Ruth Winterbottom. After listening to Ruth speaking about the PA work Soroptimist Club Members in the Region were involved in, I was keen to join. Ten months later, after attending Club Meetings and events I was inducted.<\/p>\n
I have been President of the Club three times and I have been Club Secretary for the last thirteen <\/b>years. I was delighted when Rosemary Hoyle asked me to consider serving as Regional Secretary. I appreciate that following in the footsteps of outstanding Regional Secretaries Edna, Linda and Rosemary that I’ve a very high standard to emulate.<\/p>\n
My Working Life: Solicitor. Now retired.<\/p>\n
Interests: Crafting: Travel: Photography<\/p>\n
Programme Action Chair – Anne Jackson<\/h2>\n![\"Regional](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2020\/11\/AnneJackson-1-150x150.jpg\")
<\/a>Regional Programme Action Officer – Anne Jackson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello!<\/p>\n
I have been a Soroptimist (SI Blackburn club) since 1996, taking up the roles of President and PA Officer.<\/p>\n
I have always attended Federation Conferences and Regional Council Meetings throughout my membership. Programme Action is the aspect of Soroptimism which interests me most of all ( as well as the fun and friendship).<\/p>\n
My working life:\u00a0 Education. Teacher of French and Italian to A level, Head of Dept.of\u00a0 Mod. Langs. and Deputy Head Pastoral). Now retired, I still teach an adult group.<\/p>\n
Interests: travel\/theatre\/Arts Society and 9 grandchildren……..<\/p>\n
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Membership and Development Officer – Vacancy<\/h2>\n
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Federation Councillor – Maureen Howarth<\/h2>\n![\"Maureen](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2018\/01\/Maureen_Howarth2018.png\")
Federation Consultative Councillor \u2013 Maureen Howarth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHaving been elected in November 2021, it is an honour for me to be the Federation Consultative Councillor for the Northwest Region and the Isle of Man. I have been a member of Soroptimist International for 38 years and thoroughly embraced the challenges it has brought to my life throughout this time. My club is SI Pendleside where I have held a number of roles. As a global organisation I have been able to see the difference we have made to women and girls worldwide through a network of over 70,000 members.<\/p>\n
The role of Federation Councillor allows me to act as a \u201cgo between\u201d SIGBI and our Region. Basically, it is a voice for the members to discuss any current issues affecting their club or the organisation.<\/p>\n
To any like-minded women, I extend a warm welcome and would urge you to consider becoming a member.<\/p>\n
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Website Manager \/ Communications Officer \/ General IT stuff….\u00a0 Joan Bailey<\/h2>\n![\"Northwest](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2018\/11\/JoanBailey-headshot-150x150.jpg\")
<\/a>Regional IT Manager – Joan Bailey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nI joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n
After spending over forty years teaching in secondary education, managing a large department, I wanted to continue serving the community when I retired a few years ago.<\/p>\n
When friends invited me to a Soroptimist meeting, I felt that this organisation offered the prospect of making a difference, especially to girls and women. I have enjoyed both the roles of President and Programme Action Officer at SI Pendleside which brought opportunities for working in various areas. Regional and Federation conferences were stimulating and there was much food for thought offered by my first International Convention in Malaysia, 2019.<\/p>\n
Covid-19 has presented a significant challenge to all organisations but I`m proud that Soroptimists have pulled together; developed technology to find new ways of working and continued helping local and international communities.<\/p>\n
I belong to two choirs and enjoy theatre, concerts, reading groups and walking.<\/p>\n
Immediate Past President – Cath Read<\/h2>\nPast Regional President 2020 – 2021 Cath Read<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n.<\/p>\n
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Treasurer – Lesley Smyth<\/h2>\n
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Secretary\u00a0 – Pat Sanderson<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional Secretary – Pat Sanderson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello,<\/p>\n
I was invited to an Open Meeting of the SI Windermere Club in 2003.<\/b> The speakers that evening included the late Ruth Winterbottom. After listening to Ruth speaking about the PA work Soroptimist Club Members in the Region were involved in, I was keen to join. Ten months later, after attending Club Meetings and events I was inducted.<\/p>\n
I have been President of the Club three times and I have been Club Secretary for the last thirteen <\/b>years. I was delighted when Rosemary Hoyle asked me to consider serving as Regional Secretary. I appreciate that following in the footsteps of outstanding Regional Secretaries Edna, Linda and Rosemary that I’ve a very high standard to emulate.<\/p>\n
My Working Life: Solicitor. Now retired.<\/p>\n
Interests: Crafting: Travel: Photography<\/p>\n
Programme Action Chair – Anne Jackson<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional Programme Action Officer – Anne Jackson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello!<\/p>\n
I have been a Soroptimist (SI Blackburn club) since 1996, taking up the roles of President and PA Officer.<\/p>\n
I have always attended Federation Conferences and Regional Council Meetings throughout my membership. Programme Action is the aspect of Soroptimism which interests me most of all ( as well as the fun and friendship).<\/p>\n
My working life:\u00a0 Education. Teacher of French and Italian to A level, Head of Dept.of\u00a0 Mod. Langs. and Deputy Head Pastoral). Now retired, I still teach an adult group.<\/p>\n
Interests: travel\/theatre\/Arts Society and 9 grandchildren……..<\/p>\n
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Membership and Development Officer – Vacancy<\/h2>\n
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Federation Councillor – Maureen Howarth<\/h2>\nFederation Consultative Councillor \u2013 Maureen Howarth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHaving been elected in November 2021, it is an honour for me to be the Federation Consultative Councillor for the Northwest Region and the Isle of Man. I have been a member of Soroptimist International for 38 years and thoroughly embraced the challenges it has brought to my life throughout this time. My club is SI Pendleside where I have held a number of roles. As a global organisation I have been able to see the difference we have made to women and girls worldwide through a network of over 70,000 members.<\/p>\n
The role of Federation Councillor allows me to act as a \u201cgo between\u201d SIGBI and our Region. Basically, it is a voice for the members to discuss any current issues affecting their club or the organisation.<\/p>\n
To any like-minded women, I extend a warm welcome and would urge you to consider becoming a member.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Website Manager \/ Communications Officer \/ General IT stuff….\u00a0 Joan Bailey<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional IT Manager – Joan Bailey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nI joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n
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Treasurer – Lesley Smyth<\/h2>\n
…<\/p>\n
Secretary\u00a0 – Pat Sanderson<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional Secretary – Pat Sanderson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello,<\/p>\n
I was invited to an Open Meeting of the SI Windermere Club in 2003.<\/b> The speakers that evening included the late Ruth Winterbottom. After listening to Ruth speaking about the PA work Soroptimist Club Members in the Region were involved in, I was keen to join. Ten months later, after attending Club Meetings and events I was inducted.<\/p>\n
I have been President of the Club three times and I have been Club Secretary for the last thirteen <\/b>years. I was delighted when Rosemary Hoyle asked me to consider serving as Regional Secretary. I appreciate that following in the footsteps of outstanding Regional Secretaries Edna, Linda and Rosemary that I’ve a very high standard to emulate.<\/p>\n
My Working Life: Solicitor. Now retired.<\/p>\n
Interests: Crafting: Travel: Photography<\/p>\n
Programme Action Chair – Anne Jackson<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional Programme Action Officer – Anne Jackson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello!<\/p>\n
I have been a Soroptimist (SI Blackburn club) since 1996, taking up the roles of President and PA Officer.<\/p>\n
I have always attended Federation Conferences and Regional Council Meetings throughout my membership. Programme Action is the aspect of Soroptimism which interests me most of all ( as well as the fun and friendship).<\/p>\n
My working life:\u00a0 Education. Teacher of French and Italian to A level, Head of Dept.of\u00a0 Mod. Langs. and Deputy Head Pastoral). Now retired, I still teach an adult group.<\/p>\n
Interests: travel\/theatre\/Arts Society and 9 grandchildren……..<\/p>\n
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Membership and Development Officer – Vacancy<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n
Federation Councillor – Maureen Howarth<\/h2>\nFederation Consultative Councillor \u2013 Maureen Howarth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHaving been elected in November 2021, it is an honour for me to be the Federation Consultative Councillor for the Northwest Region and the Isle of Man. I have been a member of Soroptimist International for 38 years and thoroughly embraced the challenges it has brought to my life throughout this time. My club is SI Pendleside where I have held a number of roles. As a global organisation I have been able to see the difference we have made to women and girls worldwide through a network of over 70,000 members.<\/p>\n
The role of Federation Councillor allows me to act as a \u201cgo between\u201d SIGBI and our Region. Basically, it is a voice for the members to discuss any current issues affecting their club or the organisation.<\/p>\n
To any like-minded women, I extend a warm welcome and would urge you to consider becoming a member.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Website Manager \/ Communications Officer \/ General IT stuff….\u00a0 Joan Bailey<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional IT Manager – Joan Bailey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nI joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n
![\"Northwest](\"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/north-west-england-and-the-isle-of-man\/files\/2021\/02\/PatSanderson-2021.jpg\")
<\/a>Hello,<\/p>\n
I was invited to an Open Meeting of the SI Windermere Club in 2003.<\/b> The speakers that evening included the late Ruth Winterbottom. After listening to Ruth speaking about the PA work Soroptimist Club Members in the Region were involved in, I was keen to join. Ten months later, after attending Club Meetings and events I was inducted.<\/p>\n
I have been President of the Club three times and I have been Club Secretary for the last thirteen <\/b>years. I was delighted when Rosemary Hoyle asked me to consider serving as Regional Secretary. I appreciate that following in the footsteps of outstanding Regional Secretaries Edna, Linda and Rosemary that I’ve a very high standard to emulate.<\/p>\n
My Working Life: Solicitor. Now retired.<\/p>\n
Interests: Crafting: Travel: Photography<\/p>\n
Programme Action Chair – Anne Jackson<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional Programme Action Officer – Anne Jackson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHello!<\/p>\n
I have been a Soroptimist (SI Blackburn club) since 1996, taking up the roles of President and PA Officer.<\/p>\n
I have always attended Federation Conferences and Regional Council Meetings throughout my membership. Programme Action is the aspect of Soroptimism which interests me most of all ( as well as the fun and friendship).<\/p>\n
My working life:\u00a0 Education. Teacher of French and Italian to A level, Head of Dept.of\u00a0 Mod. Langs. and Deputy Head Pastoral). Now retired, I still teach an adult group.<\/p>\n
Interests: travel\/theatre\/Arts Society and 9 grandchildren……..<\/p>\n
.<\/p>\n
Membership and Development Officer – Vacancy<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Federation Councillor – Maureen Howarth<\/h2>\nFederation Consultative Councillor \u2013 Maureen Howarth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHaving been elected in November 2021, it is an honour for me to be the Federation Consultative Councillor for the Northwest Region and the Isle of Man. I have been a member of Soroptimist International for 38 years and thoroughly embraced the challenges it has brought to my life throughout this time. My club is SI Pendleside where I have held a number of roles. As a global organisation I have been able to see the difference we have made to women and girls worldwide through a network of over 70,000 members.<\/p>\n
The role of Federation Councillor allows me to act as a \u201cgo between\u201d SIGBI and our Region. Basically, it is a voice for the members to discuss any current issues affecting their club or the organisation.<\/p>\n
To any like-minded women, I extend a warm welcome and would urge you to consider becoming a member.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Website Manager \/ Communications Officer \/ General IT stuff….\u00a0 Joan Bailey<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional IT Manager – Joan Bailey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nI joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Hello!<\/p>\n
I have been a Soroptimist (SI Blackburn club) since 1996, taking up the roles of President and PA Officer.<\/p>\n
I have always attended Federation Conferences and Regional Council Meetings throughout my membership. Programme Action is the aspect of Soroptimism which interests me most of all ( as well as the fun and friendship).<\/p>\n
My working life:\u00a0 Education. Teacher of French and Italian to A level, Head of Dept.of\u00a0 Mod. Langs. and Deputy Head Pastoral). Now retired, I still teach an adult group.<\/p>\n
Interests: travel\/theatre\/Arts Society and 9 grandchildren……..<\/p>\n
.<\/p>\n
Membership and Development Officer – Vacancy<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n
Federation Councillor – Maureen Howarth<\/h2>\nFederation Consultative Councillor \u2013 Maureen Howarth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nHaving been elected in November 2021, it is an honour for me to be the Federation Consultative Councillor for the Northwest Region and the Isle of Man. I have been a member of Soroptimist International for 38 years and thoroughly embraced the challenges it has brought to my life throughout this time. My club is SI Pendleside where I have held a number of roles. As a global organisation I have been able to see the difference we have made to women and girls worldwide through a network of over 70,000 members.<\/p>\n
The role of Federation Councillor allows me to act as a \u201cgo between\u201d SIGBI and our Region. Basically, it is a voice for the members to discuss any current issues affecting their club or the organisation.<\/p>\n
To any like-minded women, I extend a warm welcome and would urge you to consider becoming a member.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Website Manager \/ Communications Officer \/ General IT stuff….\u00a0 Joan Bailey<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional IT Manager – Joan Bailey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nI joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n
Having been elected in November 2021, it is an honour for me to be the Federation Consultative Councillor for the Northwest Region and the Isle of Man. I have been a member of Soroptimist International for 38 years and thoroughly embraced the challenges it has brought to my life throughout this time. My club is SI Pendleside where I have held a number of roles. As a global organisation I have been able to see the difference we have made to women and girls worldwide through a network of over 70,000 members.<\/p>\n
The role of Federation Councillor allows me to act as a \u201cgo between\u201d SIGBI and our Region. Basically, it is a voice for the members to discuss any current issues affecting their club or the organisation.<\/p>\n
To any like-minded women, I extend a warm welcome and would urge you to consider becoming a member.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Website Manager \/ Communications Officer \/ General IT stuff….\u00a0 Joan Bailey<\/h2>\n<\/a>Regional IT Manager – Joan Bailey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nI joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n
<\/a>I joined the Soroptimists in Garstang in 2013 having been invited to attend firstly a small \u2018Intro Chat\u2019 and then a very convivial social evening for a member\u2019s birthday. In addition to the very worthwhile aims and work of the SI community, from the start I\u2019ve been very impressed with the caring and friendly approach of all my fellow soroptimists \u2013 not to mention their willingness to try anything.<\/p>\n