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CSW 58: IPD Hilary blogs about the events so far!

"Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, UN Under-Secretary- General and Executive Director UN Women introduced the NGO CSW Consultation Day in a speech stating that many of the MDGs had achieved progress but not nearly enough. The relevant data she said is there for governments to utilise but there must be more involvement for

A Spotlight on Solar Energy – #CSW58 Side Event with Solar Cookers International

Soroptimist International of Europe's President Elect, Maria Elisabetta de Franciscis, has spoken about the role that solar energy can play in empowering women and girls at a side-event during the 58th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women, which opened in New York today. SI co-hosted the

International Women's Day in pictures: Soroptimist action from around the world

Soroptimists around the world took action for International Women's Day on 8th March, with events ranging from flashmobs to candle-lit vigils, from promoting equality in primary schools to celebrating with senior citizens in a retirement home. See photos of activities in Barbados, Fiji, India, Pakistan and UK in the slideshow

Renewed efforts to advance gender equality are needed to implement MDGs, warns UN Women before #CSW58

As the 58th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW58) approaches, UN Women has highlighted the major problems that continue to face women and girls and the need for increased attention to be paid to tackling them after the Millennium Development Goals. "Lack of access to

Soroptimists worldwide mark International Women’s Day

On Saturday 8th March, Soroptimists around the world will be taking part in a wide range of events and activities to mark International Women’s Day. “This is a global day of celebration and reflection of women’s successes and achievements, economically, politically and socially”, explains Soroptimist International President Ann Garvie in

Farewell to a Warm and Dedicated Soroptimist: Founding President of SI South West Pacific Federation Dies

Soroptimist International is saddened by the news of the death of Mary Whitehead, founding President and Honorary Life Member of the Soroptimist International South West Pacific Federation, on Saturday 1st March. “Soroptimists must recognise her outstanding commitment and dedication to our global organisation”, writes Soroptimist International Presdent Ann Garvie

Project of Excellence: Forced Marriage Consultation (UK)

A forced marriage is where one or both people do not consent to the marriage and pressure or abuse is used. The UK Government estimate that up to 8000 cases of forced marriage happen each year in the UK alone; most include a female victim. In 2011, they began a

Project of Excellence: Empowering disadvantaged women through education and leadership opportunities (Australia)

Photo: At the Leadership Development Course Graduation Ceremony Women who have left abusive or violent relationships may take years to rebuild their lives; after the initial counselling and support has finished, many women continue to feel isolated and have a low sense of self-esteem, which can lead to a

Equality for Women is Progress for Men and Boys

The official United Nations theme for International Women's Day 2014 is "Equality for Women is Progress for All." In the run-up to International Women's Day Soroptimist International are focussing on how gender equality benefits everyone; this week we're looking in particular at men and boys. Equality for Women is Progress

International President’s Message: Inspire Change for International Women’s Day

Soroptimist International President Ann Garvie has called on Soroptimists to use all available communication channels to inspire change for women and girls and challenge gender inequality. In a message for International Women’s Day, she writes: “This is a global day of celebration and reflection of women’s successes and achievements,

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