Programme Action Officers from 12 of South Lancashire’s Soroptimist clubs attended a ‘get together’ at SI Southport’s clubroom.
Publicity – Margaret Carr (Regional Communications Officer) focused on our Unique Selling Point (USP) which is, of course, Programme Action. The way people see clubs in action determines whether women will want to join – so high quality ‘action’ photographs are vital when publicising club events.
Membership – Pat Williams (Regional Membership Officer) maintained that nothing promotes Soroptimism better than a face-to-face communication. Members should think of the ‘Elevator Pitch’: 30 seconds to make an impact on who we are and what we do.
Website – Jenny Stanistreet (Regional Web Administrator) challenged Programme Action Officers to monitor their club websites and ensure they show up to date news on projects and achievements.
In a wide-ranging presentation Margaret Molyneux (Regional Programme Action Officer) looked at the possibility of joint projects; at the procedure for inputting Programme Focus Report Forms; and at the future of Federation’s Programme Resolutions.
Margaret said, “The variety of topics on the agenda ensured a stimulating day, with extensive discussions. Thanks to Regional President Victoria Smerdon and several of her executive team who also took part and added to the lively debates.
“From comments received it’s plain that delegates gained much from sharing experiences with colleagues in other clubs, and from having the chance to consider forward planning of Programme Action – our USP.