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  • Soroptimist International at the Africa Climate Summit

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    Blog of Mary Muia, SI UNEA Representative Nairobi Centre The first African Climate Summit marked a pivotal moment in the collective resolve of African nations to address the formidable challenge of climate change. African leaders seem to have united with a shared commitment to take the lead in finding sustainable solutions despite the controversies and…

  • SI President’s Appeal: Trinidad and Tobago Mid-Term Update

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    Commencing at the beginning of 2023, our collaboration with Restore a Sense of I Can (RSC) has embodied the mission and values of Soroptimist International (SI) as we invest in the transformative power of education, empowering and enabling women and girls to create a bright future for themselves and their communities. Launched as part of…

  • In Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of CoNGO

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    Blog of Marcella Sigmund, SI UN Representative in Vienna. Upon being invited to the Conference of NGOs (CoNGO), numerous Excellencies, colleagues and friends gathered to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of this acknowledged organisation. The United Nations has historically focused on Peace and Security (including freedom from fear, prohibition of war for the first time in…

  • President Elect Siew Yong Gnanalingam’s Speech

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    Soroptimist International’s President Elect, Siew Yong Gnanalingam, was unable to attend the Convention in person, and so recorded a special message for those in attendance. Martyna Wykrota provides the commentary of the event. President Elect Siew Yong Gnanalingam was not able to attend the Soroptimist International Dublin Convention due to the loss of her husband,…

  • The First Ever Global Gender Equality Conference in Africa

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    Blog of Mary Muia, SI UNEA Representative Nairobi Center & Grace Kayirangwa, Soroptimist Rwanda Union.  The 6th edition of the Women Deliver Conference #WD2023, was held in Kigali, Rwanda between the 17 to 21 July 2023.  Known as the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda’s stunning scenery and warm, friendly people offered a unique experience to…

  • Share Your Dublin Convention Experience: Take Our Evaluation Survey!

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    We hope you had an amazing time at the recent Soroptimist International Convention in Dublin. Your presence made the event memorable, and now, we want to hear all about your experience. Help us make future Conventions even better by filling out our comprehensive evaluation survey. Why Your Feedback Matters Your feedback is invaluable to us.…

  • Statement on the Emblem – President Maureen Maguire

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    Dear Soroptimists I and the SI Board understand that change can be difficult, and with the launch of SI (Soroptimist International) Limited’s new Emblem, some of you have raised questions about how the SI Board Directors came to the decisions that they made. I hope the following information provides answers to your questions, and that…

  • Soroptimist International 2023 Dublin Convention – After Movie

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    The Soroptimist International Convention 2023 in Dublin was a monumental gathering of individuals committed to making a positive change in the world. From 27 – 29 July, thousands of Soroptimists from across the globe converged in the vibrant Irish capital to share ideas, inspire change and celebrate their collective efforts towards gender equality and women’s…

  • International Literacy Day 2023

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    On International Literacy Day, our Federations proudly present a diverse collection of projects from around the world that illuminate the transformative power of Literacy and Education. From Marrakech, where girls have been provided the opportunity to continue their education in full support and at no cost, to Sierra Leone’s Bo district, where phonics books are…

  • Change of Insignia

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    A key part of any convention is the Change of Insignia, where we thank our past Directors and President for all their hard work and dedication and welcome new position holders. Martyna Wykrota provides us with the running of events below.  Soroptimist International (SI) President Maureen Maguire presented SI Immediate Past President Sharon Fisher, with…