A ‘new year’ for Soroptimist International of South Lancashire brings a new team for the Region.
Recently-installed President, Sandy Taylor, will be busy with visits to clubs throughout South Lancashire.
Early in Sandy’s year was the celebration dinner at SI Widnes to mark the club’s 80th anniversary. Sandy joined local dignitaries – plus a host of Soroptimists and friends – to mark this special milestone of service to Widnes and to communities worldwide. President Rosemary McNamara of SI Liverpool – a ‘mother club’ to so many in South Lancashire – was another special guest. (And, of course, there was cake!)
SI Liverpool’s own celebration of International Human Rights Day is an annual ‘institution’ enjoyed by many South Lancashire Soroptimists. A reading of the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights is always a solemn and thought-provoking element of the event. Plus, a roll-call of countries emphasises the truly international reach of Soroptimists’ work and influence.
Region President-Elect Sue Underwood deputised for President Sandy. SI Liverpool’s guests also included The Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Liverpool (Councillor Richard and Alderwoman Erica Kemp). The Lady Mayoress is, by tradition, an Honorary Member of SI Liverpool for her year in office.
President Sandy said: “Clubs’ special events foster friendship as well as showcasing and celebrating Soroptimists’ achievements. Our Soroptimist service is effective and valued, even though we may not directly ‘see or feel’ the impact of what we have done. We hope – we know! – that what we do will make a difference.”