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Redefining Justice: The Story of the Sepur Zarco Grandmothers

Blog of Stacy Ciulik, SI Representative to the United Nations in Geneva. During the 57th session of the Human Rights Council, UN Women organized a high-level side event, "Gender Transformative Access to Justice: The Sepur Zarco Case", which took place on 25 September 2024 in the Palais des Nations in

Strengthening Action to Combat Violence Against Women

Blog of Stacy Ciulik, SI Representative to the United Nations in Geneva. On 2 October 2024, a well-attended side event titled “Strengthening Action Against Violence Against Women and Girls through Cooperation” was held during the 57th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC57). Co-organised by the Permanent Delegation of the

The 30th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family

Blog of Stacy Ciulik, SI Representative to the UN in Geneva. The 30th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family is a timely moment to reflect on the important role that families play in upholding and protecting human rights across the world. On 25 September 2024, the 25th meeting

What links SI Europe, a New Zealand marathon runner, a school in Rwanda, a travelling Soroptimist and a small SI club in New Zealand?

Contributors: Sharron Maree SI Waitara President, Members: Thelma Luxton, Theresa Lyford and Madison Chamberlain from SI Rangatahi– New Zealand Picture above: SI Club Kigali What do a Soroptimist International Europe magazine article, a New Zealand marathon runner, an African school in Rwanda, a young Soroptimist traveling in Africa, and a

Rose Academies Uganda Update

Rose Academies Uganda Update Our ongoing collaboration with Rose Academies Uganda has continued to positively impact the live of women and girls through the first half of 2024. Now under the purview of Soroptimist International Foundation, this programme has focused on empowering out-of-school youth through education and vocational skills training,

The Last to Eat: Gender Bias and Global Nutrition

Blog of Habiba Alambo, SI Representative to the UN in Nairobi. 60%. Imagine that. Approximately 60% of the 354 million people worldwide who are severely hungry are women and girls, according to a recent report by UN Women. This staggering statistic reflects more than just food insecurity—it highlights deep-rooted gender

Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future

Blog of Liliana Mosca, SI Representative to the FAO in Rome. As global leaders, experts, and advocates gather for the World Food Forum in Rome, the world’s attention is drawn to the urgent issue of food security. This year's World Food Day, celebrated across hundreds of events worldwide, emphasises the

The G7 Ministers’ Meeting on Agriculture

Blog of Liliana Mosca, SI Representative at the FAO, Rome. As the World Food Forum takes place from 14-18 October at the FAO headquarters in Rome, global attention is once again focused on the importance of building resilient food systems. From 26 to 28 September 2024, the G7 Ministers’ Meeting

Soroptimist International CSW69 Written Statement

Soroptimist International’s Statement to the Sixty-Ninth Session of the Commission on the Status of Women has now been submitted Read our full statement here. The Sixty-Ninth Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), taking place in 2025 (10 to 21 March), offers a pivotal opportunity

Upcoming event: United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Beijing+30 Civil Society Consultation, 19 and 20 October 2024

The NGO Committee on the Status of Women Geneva (NGO CSW Geneva) has announced the upcoming United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Beijing+30 Civil Society Consultation, scheduled for 19-20 October 2024 in Geneva. This in-person event will bring together NGO CSW Geneva member organizations, member states, and key stakeholders

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