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Soroptimists Penny and Jane Discussing The ‘Too Good To Go’ app

Soroptimists Penny and Jane Discussing The ‘Too Good To Go’ app

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You can access the power point presentation used at the refuge below:   Presentation 2good2go_240614_171703   Penny and Jane had a really good session with 8 women from CHADD’S Refuge properties. They had a introductory presentation explaining how the Too Good To Go app works. Then coffee and pastries (from the box), while Penny discussed ideas for use of the box contents. She then cooked with a couple of the women helping. Jane chatted with the others and we ate all the dishes Penny made.  

Soroptimist International Stourbridge & District Club Challenge From President Su

Soroptimist International Stourbridge & District Club Challenge From President Su

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The Challenge       President Su has issued a challenge to herself and to all members of Soroptimist International Stourbridge & District Club. The challenge relates to her Theme for the year which is Reduce; Reuse; Recycle in that during the year (April 2024 to March 2025) that she as President she will not buy any new clothes. This will not count underwear and shoes as these wear out. It does count handbags as these do not wear out. Allowed are pre loved; clothes bought for you by others but not husbands or partners or children. Vouchers can be used for underwear and shoes and other none clothes items. Any special occasions like family weddings; christenings were you may feel compelled to purcchase a new outfit can be offset by an appropriate donation to our charities. Note: President Su above in her pre loved

Midland Arden Region 20th Public Speaking Competition: March 16th 2024

Midland Arden Region 20th Public Speaking Competition: March 16th 2024

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  We were delighted to sponsor two representatives from Pedmore High School at the 20th annual public speaking competition in Bromsgrove. Staceys topic was Artificial Intelligence – Friend or Foe?  Saffa spoke about The Influence of Social Media.   They both did really well, public speaking is something many adults would shy away from    

Welcome to The New Hotel in Stourbridge: Welcoming bees, Spiders and Hedgehogs

Welcome to The New Hotel in Stourbridge: Welcoming bees, Spiders and Hedgehogs

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  The Woodland Trust have a plethora of information about the benefits of bug houses – the link is here: https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2019/09/how-to-build-a-bug-hotel/ Decaying wood is really important for wildlife. To make a log pile, simply collect small logs, large sticks and pieces of rotting wood. Pile them up in a damp, shady area of your garden, then stuff some dead leaves in the nooks and crannies to make it cosy. Good for: centipedes, woodlice and beetles who like to burrow into decaying wood. Log piles may also attract birds, frogs and hedgehogs looking for a tasty snack  

Invest in Women – Accelerate Progress: International Women’s Day March 8th 2024

Invest in Women – Accelerate Progress: International Women’s Day March 8th 2024

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             Here are five key areas that need our joint action to ensure women are not left behind: https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/announcement/2023/12/international-womens-day-2024-invest-in-women-accelerate-progress#:~:text=International%20Women%27s%20Day%202024%3A%20%27Invest,progress%27%20%7C%20UN%20Women%20%E2%80%93%20Headquarters Investing in women: A human rights issue Time is running out. Gender equality remains the greatest human rights challenge. Investing in women is a human rights imperative and cornerstone for building inclusive societies. Progress for women benefits us all. Ending poverty The COVID pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, climate disasters, and economic turmoil have pushed an extra 75 million people into severe poverty, since 2020. This could lead to more than 342 million women and girls living below the poverty line by 2030, making immediate action crucial. Implementing gender-responsive financing Due to conflicts and rising fuel and food prices, recent estimates suggest that 75 per cent of countries will curb public spending by 2025. Austerity negatively impacts women and crowds out public spending