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President Lynne attends SI Croydon’s ‘Loud and Proud’ event

President Lynne attends SI Croydon’s ‘Loud and Proud’ event

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This year 12 girls from six local schools took part in SI Croydon’s Loud and Proud Speaking competition. President Lynne was proud to be one of the judges along with Mayor Alisa Flemming. The aim of the competition is: – To encourage girls to play a more prominent role in public life To improve the art of communication To develop research techniques To encourage girls to develop the skills to speak effectively and to articulate with clarity To develop self-confidence and personality. Eight of the young speakers chose to discuss the impact that the Lionesses have had on them and the minds of the public at large. Each one had a unique interpretation and delivery.  Other topics discussed were climate change, austerity measures, Monarchy or Republic. All we can say is how incredible these girls were. their knowledge and passion emphasised the importance of the

Who made Patches of Peace for SI San Fernando’s 60th?

Who made Patches of Peace for SI San Fernando’s 60th?

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This year SI San Fernando in Trinidad and Tobago celebrates their 60th anniversary of charter. Their theme for the year is ‘Celebrating the Past; Pursuing a Peaceful Future for Women and Girls’. We were invited to join them in celebrating this milestone by contributing to a commemorative “Patches of Peace’ Patchwork Sheet which will be made of patches of fabric from clubs around the Federation.