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Opening Doors for 3000 Women and Girls

After two years of dedicated efforts, Soroptimist International (SI) is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of its President's Appeal, "Opening Doors to a Bright Future," officially ending September 2023. The initiative, led by SI President Maureen Maguire, was a remarkable journey that transformed the lives of 3,000 women and

SI UN Representative Recruitment: New York and Nairobi

Application Deadline: Friday 8 December 2023 12:00 Noon GMT Are you interested in advocating for women and girls to ensure that they have the best life possible? If yes, consider applying to become a United Nations (UN) Representative working on behalf of Soroptimist International (SI) and join the current team of

Past President Patsy Daniels: A Tribute to a Lifetime of Service

Dear Soroptimists, I, like many other Soroptimists, am saddened to learn of the passing of Past International President Patricia “Patsy” Daniels, who passed away peacefully at home, on 21 October after a very short illness. I have not met Patsy, but I have heard so many wonderful things about her

Rose Academies Uganda Update – Term Two

Education serves as the key to unlocking opportunities and potential throughout the life course of young women and girls. This notion has been championed throughout the implementation of the Soroptimist International President’s Appeal, ‘Opening Doors to a Bright Future’, in Uganda, which has seen tangible benefits realised for women and

SI Board Announcement – 2027 Convention

Dear Soroptimists After long and lengthy discussions, and reading and listening to many Soroptimists from around the globe, the Soroptimist International Board at its recent meeting, decided to rescind the decision to hold the SI 2027 Convention on a cruise ship. Having reflected on the many concerns for and against

World Vision Georgia: Final report

Our partnership with World Vision Georgia (WVG) has been active since the beginning of October 2022, during which time we have seen significant improvements to the employability of women and girls living in Georgia, as part of the SI President’s Appeal 2021 – 2023, ‘Opening Doors to a Bright Future.’

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

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

Statement on the Emblem – President Maureen Maguire

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

Our Voice at the United Nations: SI Dublin Convention 2023

Our Voice at the United Nations: SI Dublin Convention 2023 On Saturday 29 July, at the SI Dublin Convention 2023, we heard in depth from our United Nations (UN) Representatives, about their experiences, practice and involvement across the seven UN centres which SI is present. This talk offered quick tour

Our Voice at the UN: Leadership Series (Geneva)

Our Voice at the UN Leadership Series Fulfilling the mission and aims of Soroptimist International, the role that our representatives play at the international offices of the United Nations is critical to ensuring that the voices, perspectives, and experiences of women and girls are accounted for in all decision-making processes

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