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Soroptimists from all over South Lancashire Region gathered to celebrate SI Warrington\u2019s 70th anniversary and to hear from International President Ann Garvie.<\/p>\n

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International President Ann with Regional President Margaret<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The International President did not mince her words in relation to the challenge facing Soroptimist International and all who work on behalf of women. Trafficking is the greatest global threat facing women and girls. According to the United Nations, more money is generated from trafficking than from drugs. One \u2018hit\u2019 from an illegal substance, and it\u2019s gone: yet how many times can a woman or girl be \u2018used\u2019?<\/p>\n

Trafficking is happening now, in every community. No wonder, therefore, that International President Ann and her delegation placed this at the forefront of presentations to the UN\u2019s Commission on the Status of Women, 2015.<\/p>\n

Our International President also commented on the service\u00a0carried out by Soroptimists throughout South Lancashire’s history: a total of 1,130 years, she reckoned. This service has moved with the times, to meet community needs. Many clubs are currently supporting foodbanks, whether through donations of food and money, or by active volunteering. This is commendable \u2013 and vital \u2013 support for people who are in dire straits. However, she feels it is shocking and scandalous that there is a growing need for foodbanks in 21st century Britain.<\/p>\n

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Regional Communications Officer, and SI Warrington member, Margaret Carr (centre) with guests from SI Malta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Regional President Margaret Baker summed up: \u201cAs always, our International President gave a heartfelt, hard-hitting and challenging address. We were reminded forcefully that no country is free from human rights violations, and that Soroptimists must continue to strive for respect and tolerance to be accorded to every human being.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe were also reminded that it is each Soroptimist\u2019s individual responsibility to raise awareness about our international organisation and its work.<\/p>\n

\u201cSI Warrington\u2019s celebration lunch was, indeed, a memorable event.\u201d<\/p>\n

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