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International Day of Education: Soroptimist International South East Asia Pacific
Hearing from beneficiaries of projects coordinated within the SISEAP Federation, we step into the heartfelt journey of Syifa, a determined student whose educational aspirations were met with unforeseen challenges. Through the support of SI Penang, Syifa shares her gratitude for the financial support that not only made her dreams of studying at the Management Science…
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International Day of Education: Soroptimist International of the Americas
In our exploration of the transformative impact of education and community support, SIA unfolds the inspiring journey of Lisa, a resilient single mother of three. Lisa’s story, fuelled by the support of SIA’s initiatives and programs, epitomizes the Soroptimist mission of empowering women through education and community advocacy. From receiving the prestigious Live Your Dream…
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International Day of Education: Soroptimist International of Great Britain and Ireland
SI Leeds, within the SIGBI Federation, unveils the transformative impact of its three-year scholarship program in collaboration with Leeds Beckett University. This initiative, aimed at addressing the gender gap in STEM fields and supporting young women from disadvantaged backgrounds, has empowered individuals like Laura, a scholarship recipient pursuing Occupational Therapy. Laura’s inspiring journey reflects the…
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Population, Policies, and Programs: Inclusive and Equitable Development on Marginalized Communities
Blog of Theresa Devasahayam, SI UN Representative in Bangkok Home to 36 countries, the Asia Pacific region contains 60 percent of the world’s population or 4.5 billion people. Marked by great population variation, the region’s current median age is 31 while its average life expectancy is 75 years – demographic trends which have implications for…
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Visible and Vocal Competition: Winners and Finalists
Soroptimist International Foundation is delighted to announce the winners of the 2023 Visible and Vocal Public Speaking Competition. This competition is specifically designed to involve girls aged between 10 -11 years of age. International Winners First prize – Stefanie, Philippines, Soroptimist International America, speaking about “As girls, what can we do to address climate change?”…
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Our Voice at the United Nations: UNESCO General Conference 2023
Beyond crises and challenges, and despite seemingly never-ending conflicts, UNESCO has always been, since its foundation in 1945, a place where women and men have worked together to fight “poverty, ignorance, hatred and fear”, and also to mend tirelessly the rifts of this world in crisis, through education, the sciences, information and culture. The 42nd…
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SI Youth Forum: Young Activists Summit
Blog by Alice Pomè, SI Youth Forum Member. The SI Youth Forum is a community that was established in 2023 for young Soroptimists (aged 40 years and under) to engage with one another at the international level by sharing ideas, advocating for change and organising inter-Federation projects. Click here to register. “The future is ours…
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A Vision of Education in the Service of Humanity and Peace
Blog of Evelyne PARA, SI UN Representative at UNESCO. In November 2023, UNESCO adopted a new Recommendation on Education for Peace, Human Rights and Sustainable Development. This Recommendation is unique in that it considers all aspects of education and links different areas, from digital technologies and climate change to gender issues and fundamental freedoms. This…
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Opening Doors in Cambodia: Year 2, Quarter 3 Update
For almost two years now, our SI President’s Appeal, ‘Opening Doors to a Bright Future’, has been delivering tangible benefits and positive change to the lives of women and girls living in Cambodia. In partnership with the Cambodia Community Dream Organisation (CCDO), this project focuses on empowering rural women and girls in the districts of…
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Opening Doors Progress Report: Paraguay Sport Centre
Beginning in June 2023 and running continuously for several months now, we are stepping into the latter stages of our collaboration with Fundacion Moises Bertoni (FMB) in Paraguay, as part of the SI President’s Appeal 2021 – 2023: Opening Doors to a Bright Future. This appeal, headed by SI President, Maureen Maguire, is part of…