Blog of Evelyne PARA, SI UN Representative at UNESCO. Education for Sustainable Development reorients education to empower learners of all ages to take action for environmental integrity, economic viability and a more equitable society. As part of the ongoing work on education for sustainable development, UNESCO organised a Side Event
Blog of Evelyne Para, SI UN Representative at UNESCO. In the current period of tension and multiple global upheavals, marked by unresolved conflicts, the growing threat of climate change and economic turbulence, we are concerned about the many threats that are shaking societies today, particularly those arising from disinformation. Radio,
At Soroptimist International, we believe in the power of collective action to make a lasting impact on the lives of women and girls around the world. To further strengthen our mission and enhance our global presence, we are thrilled to share with you our brand guidelines which were shown at
The sixty-second session of the Commission for Social Development will take place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from 5 to 14 February 2024 Find out more about CSocD62 on the UN's website. Themes Priority theme: Fostering social development and social justice through social policies to accelerate progress
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
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.’
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
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
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
The SI Dublin Convention 2023 saw a dynamic exchange of ideas and expertise, with our Federation workshops taking centre stage. Each workshop contributed a distinct and enthusiastic dimension to the event. In this article, the SIHQ team report on the content of these workshops, showcasing the valuable contributions and innovative
