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2021 Soroptimists will plant trees for a brilliant future

In 2021 #Soroptimists will ‘Plant Trees for a Brilliant Future”. Even though #Soroptimists can’t meet in person yet, #WorldEnvironmentDay is a great day for #PlantTrees planning. Madurai #Soroptimists have already made a positive impact on nature by planting a ‘tiny forest’ ready for their SI Centennial celebration. Read their story here https://bit.ly/30cRIM9.

Kate Fussell a New Wigan Star

Kate Fussel valued and long term member of Soroptimist International Wigan was honoured by Wigan Borough when she received a star at Wigan Town Hall on March 12th. Kate who is 90 was Wigan’s first female surgeon and  was at one time one of only

Louise Layland (1960-2020)

Louise Layland (1960-2020) Our much loved friend and fellow Soroptimist passed away, peacefully, on Friday 29th May 2020 after privately battling cancer for some time. She had been a member of SI Wigan for 12 years and served as our President in 2012-2013, and on

2019 Soroptimist International Wigan Young Achiever Award

The Annual Soroptimist International Wigan Young Achiever Award was given to Caitlin Touhey by Wigan Mayor Councillor Steve Dawber at Wigan Town Hall on December 13th 2019. Caitlin was presented with her award for outstanding achievement in Business skills, volunteering, supporting others at school, college

Christmas boxes for DIAS and the Brick

The annual donation of pamper boxes for DIAS and Christmas Boxes for the Brick donated by members and friends were collected at the December Soroptimist International Wigan Business Meeting. The Christmas gifts were welcomed by both organisations.