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Keynote Speech: Felisa Tibbitts

On Friday 28 July, attendees at the SI Dublin Convention 2023 witnessed an engaging presentation by Felisa Tibbitts, a prominent figure in the field of human rights and education. With an emphasis on transformative education's role in tackling climate change and fostering global citizenship, Tibbitts outlined a vision for empowering

Keynote Speech: Jim Gamble

Our first keynote speech on day two (28 July) of the Soroptimist International Convention 2023, came from Jim Gamble, CEO of INEQE Safeguarding Group and an expert in child protection. The premise of his talk emphasised why the dangers regarding online safety and the safeguarding of children online are not

Keynote Speech: Sean Wensley

Our Advocacy Policy Advisor, Hana Smith, summarised Sean Wensley's keynote speech which took place in the afternoon of Thursday 27 July at the 2023 Soroptimist International Convention in Dublin. Through a Veterinarian’s Eyes: Securing Well-Being for Animals, People and Planet Dr. Sean Wensley is a Senior Veterinarian for Animal Welfare

Keynote Speech: Suba Umathevan

In the afternoon of Thursday, 27 July, our second keynote speaker, Suba Umathevan, took to the stage. Our Advocacy and Communications Coordinator, Joe Mason, watched the talk and provided the recap below. Breaking Boundaries, Inspiring Change: My Journey Toward Inclusive Leadership and Gender Equality On Thursday afternoon, Suba Umathevan, the

Keynote Speech: Mary Robinson

On Thursday 27 July, our keynote speeches for the Soroptimist International Convention Dublin began with a talk on female leadership by the first woman President of Ireland, Mary Robinson. Mary was a principled and transformative leader who fought for equality and women’s rights throughout her time in office. Following her

Conclusions of the 111th International Labour Conference

This year in Geneva, from 5 to 16 June, the discussions of 111th session of the ILC were concentrated around “a just transition towards sustainable and inclusive economies, quality apprenticeships, and labour protection”. The Convention was attended by approximately 5,000 delegates representing governments, workers and employers from the 187 Member

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

Volunteer Role: Safeguarding Officer

Soroptimist International is pleased to announce that we are recruiting a voluntary Safeguarding Officer for our recently established Soroptimist International Foundation. The Foundation is now the home of all international projects and will be officially launched at the SI Dublin 2023 Convention in July. The role will carry the responsibility,

Our Voice at the UN: Leadership Series (New York)

Our Voice at the UN: Leadership Series At the international offices of the United Nations all over the world, our representatives play a critical role in advancing the mission of Soroptimist International, ensuring that the voices, perspectives, and experiences of women and girls are heard and considered in all decision-making

Rally for Older Women to Age with Rights in Rural Communities

Soroptimist International and the Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People co-hosted a virtual CSW67 parallel event on Thursday 16 March, looking at how women in their older years are treated across the globe, and discussing what can be done to reduce the discrimination and violence they face. Past

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