Author: watchthedot
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Soroptimist International Europe: Transforming Lives in Kabekel Village, The Gambia
This World Environment Day, we are sharing examples of best practices from across our federations to educate and inspire. Soroptimist International Europe has made a significant impact through its environmental and community development projects in Kabekel Village, The Gambia. This project, led by the Soroptimist Club of Silkeborg, Denmark, demonstrates the power of international cooperation…
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Soroptimist International Africa Federation: Leading Environmental Initiatives Across the Continent
This World Environment Day, we are sharing examples of best practices from across our federations to educate and inspire. Soroptimist International Africa Federation has been at the forefront of several impactful environmental projects aimed at promoting sustainability, reforestation, and community engagement. These initiatives span various regions, from Kampala to Madagascar, Kinshasa, and Khartoum, showcasing the…
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‘Decarbonising Organised Crime: The Role that Women and Girls Play in Accomplishing this Goal’ webinar
On 14 May 2024 many attendees were lucky enough to attend a fascinating webinar on organised environmental crime and the role that women play. Titled ‘Decarbonising Organised Crime: The Role that Women and Girls Play in Accomplishing this Goal’ the event was a virtual side event to the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal…
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Upcoming webinar: ‘Learn Outcomes of CSW68 to Advocate Nationally’
Please join us for our next webinar on Wednesday 22 May at 14:00 hours UK (BST) time, titled ‘Learn the Outcomes of CSW68 to Advocate Nationally’. We will reflect on how what happens at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, or ‘CSW,’ each year in March is just one part of the…
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Soroptimist International Foundation – Announcement
Soroptimist International Foundation is delighted to announce the continuation and renewal of several of our ‘Opening Doors to a Bright Future’ projects. At its core, ‘Opening Doors to a Bright Future’ is dedicated to realising the transformative power of education, recognising its fundamental role as a driver for sustainable development, peace, and equality. Investing in…
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Soroptimist International Foundation Announcement – Cambodia Community Dream Organisation
Soroptimist International Foundation is thrilled to announce the continuation of our partnership with the Cambodia Community Dream Organisation (CCDO), extending our combined efforts to deliver education and learning in Cambodia throughout the life course. This initiative, an extension of Opening Doors to a Bright Future Appeal, has been instrumental in empowering women and girls across…
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Soroptimist International Foundation Announcement – Rose Academies
Rose Academies Uganda Vocational Skills Programme Building on the success of our collaboration with Rose Academies Uganda throughout 2022 and 2023, Soroptimist International Foundation is excited to announce the extension of this partnership which has seen out-of-school rural youth empowered through education and the development of key vocational skills. This project is being funded by…
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Soroptimist International Foundation Announcement – World Vision Georgia
Soroptimist International Foundation is delighted to announce the continuation of our partnership with World Vision Georgia (WVG) as we embark on the next phase of our journey to empower women and girls in Eastern Europe. Since October 2022, this project was launched with the aim of improving the life skills and employability of women and…
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Soroptimist International Foundation Announcement – Restore a Sense of I Can
Soroptimist International Foundation proudly announces the ongoing success of its collaboration with ‘Restore a Sense of I Can’ (RSC) to empower women and girls across the Caribbean. Originally launched as part of the Opening Doors to a Bright Future Appeal, this initiative has flourished under the Soroptimist International Foundation, funded by generous donations, into 2024.…
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The Effectiveness of International Law in Protecting Women During Wars and Armed Conflict: From Prevention to Effective Enforcement, Lessons Learned From the Arab Region
Blog written by: Hana Smith, Advocacy Policy Advisor The question of international law in times of armed conflict is a question of ever-increasing relevance in today’s fragmented world. SI’s Advocacy Policy Advisor, Hana Smith, attended a side event at CSW68 which discussed the effectiveness of international law in protecting women during wars and armed conflict…