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Population and Development: Ensuring Rights and Choices

Blog of Donatella Benjamin, SI UN Representative in Geneva. Under the auspices of the United Nations in 1994, the first International Conference on Population Development (ICPD), held in Cairo, presented an ambitious and transformative perspective on the interplay between population dynamics, socio-economic progress, and individual welfare. At its core, this

Decent Work for Women: Achieving the 2030 Agenda

Blog of Theresa Devasahayam, SI UN Representative in Bangkok. As the world emerges out of the COVID-19 pandemic, the question of building sustainable economies is at the forefront of the agendas of countries worldwide. Soroptimist International had an online presence at the meeting “Accelerating Progress towards Decent Work and Fairer

The Regional Forum on Sustainable Development

Blog of Donatella Benjamin, SI UN Representative in Geneva In the pursuit of sustainable development across an ever changing political landscape, it is imperative that we take the time to reflect on past events and milestones and consider them with new perspectives. The Regional Forum on Sustainable Development serves as

Webinar How To Guide

The SI Inspiring Change Branding Webinar is taking place tomorrow (28 September) from 17:00 BST. The time has not changed. To find out what time the webinar will take place in your time zone, please visit here. We are using Microsoft Teams for the SI Inspiring Change Branding webinar. Microsoft

Soroptimist International at the Africa Climate Summit

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

In Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of CoNGO

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

President Elect Siew Yong Gnanalingam’s Speech

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 First Ever Global Gender Equality Conference in Africa

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

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Soroptimist International 2023 Dublin Convention – After Movie

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