Soroptimist International Eastbourne & District

🚨 We're calling on the new government to immediately launch a UK-wide public inquiry to deliver transformational reform of the water system and .

The new government have already committed to introducing a new law to improve water quality. But the plans announced so far are still focused on tinkering with a BROKEN SYSTEM. We need a wholesale reform of the water system to break the never-ending cycle of pollution. ❌❌❌

And we need your help to make sure the new government doesn't get stuck tinkering around the edges... Follow the link below 🔗 to contact your MP to convince them to pledge to protect the ocean and call on them to support the call for a public inquiry to sort this mess out for good. ✊🌊

Email your MP today: https://pulse.ly/6bvsav0qs0

Working in collaboration with River Action UK, Professor Peter Hammond, London Waterkeeper, Windrush Against Sewage Pollution, British Marine, Paddle UK, The Grayling Society, Surfing England, Royal Yachting Association, British Rowing, British Triathlon, The WI (National Federation of Women's Institutes), Swim England, SOS Whitstable, The Rivers Trust & GB Surfing.

On 14 July SI Eastbourne carried out a beachclean on our adopted beach, Beach 68, helped by Sue and Beryl from SI East Grinstead. We recorded our findings on the Marine Conservation Society beachwatch app. The most alarming find was the 40 cm long metal spike poking out of the pebbles.

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We are delighted that the 2024 Soroptimist Conference will be in the bustling and vibrant city of Edinburgh.

There are plenty of exciting things to do in Edinburgh, from stunning architecture and endless winding streets to an awe-inspiring castle perched on a dormant volcano.

For further information about the top attractions and booking links, please visit the Forever Edinburgh website https://edinburgh.org/things-to-do/top-attractions.

Book your conference ticket here thehub.sigbi.org/events.

We’ve just signed up for this year’s Plastic Free July challenge.
Last year we bought a Soda Stream which has made a big difference. We’ve hardly bought any drinks bottles in the last year. (Mainly when OH forgot we’d got the Soda Stream!
Three years ago I made reusable bin bags for our kitchen bin and we haven’t used a single plastic bin bag since then.
I wonder what changes we’ll be inspired to make this year?

Could you walk in another woman's shoes? 90 pairs of pre-loved, quality shoes for HMP Drake Hall to celebrate SIGBI's 90th birthday! (133 actually, but hey!) The PRF for this project is now available on The Hub reference 64768. Such a great project combining Planet and Prosperity. Thanks to all our 9 clubs who took part so generously.

Mary and Ruth at the launch of the new edition of the Whitstable Whistler with our article about the Global Sisterhood.

Soroptimist are part of region . We enjoyed a visit to Brighton for a study day with other .
The subject was The Santuary Movement.
A good way to connect, learn and share .

Soroptimists can put a smile on the faces of women and girls!
Join us and help transform their lives.
Come to one of our friendly meetings to see what we do.
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Excellent event. Really thought provoking films. Still thinking about it almost a week on

A wonderful IWD Short Film Festival on Saturday at The Depot in Lewes put on by the Lewes Sorptimists club and University of Suss*x. Five films screened about projects around the world supporting women and children and six documentary films focusing on women made by graduates of University of Suss*x MA. A course set up by Wilma De Jong our late member. Over 80 attendees.

Photo at the networking drinks after the festival. We are hoping it will become an annual event.

🌟 Happy International Women's Day 2024! 🌟

Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements, resilience, and strength of women around the world. 🎉 At the heart of this celebration lies the spirit of empowerment and equality for all women, a cause that resonates deeply with Soroptimists International, and of course all of us at Nottingham Soroptimists.

As we honour this day, let's also shine a light on the inspiring work of Soroptimists around the world - a global organisation dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls. 💪👩‍🎓 Our mission to advocate for gender equality, provide access to education, promote economic empowerment, and end violence against women aligns perfectly with the goals of International Women's Day.

Let's continue to stand together in solidarity, support each other's journeys, and work towards a future where every woman and girl has the opportunity to thrive and fulfill her potential. 💫 Together, we can create a more inclusive and equitable world for all.
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Ready to do this again? We will be joining in the Big Plastic Count again this year.

Join The Big Plastic Count The UK’s biggest investigation into household plastic waste. Together let's push the government to tackle the plastic crisis.

SAVE THE DATE!

Soroptimist Conference 2024 will take place at the Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, 1-3 November 2024.

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80% of the US Department of Justice’s s*x trafficking prosecutions involved online advertising.
We work locally, nationally and internationally to inspire action and transform lives.
We are Soroptimists and trafficking has to STOP!
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Signals for Help That Are Saving Women's Lives
Domestic abuse victims can ask for help without alerting their abusers or leaving a digital trace.
Call National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247 free at any time, day or night.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence - Day 3

Together, we challenge the negative influence of technology and unite to create a world where everyone is treated with dignity, both online and offline.

Project Dandelion Project Dandelion is the first global, women-led campaign for climate justice. For all those who choose hope, we choose you.

Soroptimists Stand up for Women and believe every woman and girl should be safe, healthy and live free from violence.
45% of 18-45 yr old female participants that use Facebook or Twitter in West & Central Africa reported having experienced some form of gender-based violence on social media.
Technology should be safe for everyone. Let's promote digital respect and end gender-based abuse in the virtual realm.
Join Soroptimists worldwide as we 🧡🧡🧡

Today Soroptimists Stand up for Women to break the silence on violence against girls, adolescents and young women.
1 in 5 survivors said that technology had helped them recognise that they were in an abusive relationship.
We oppose all forms of s*xual violence against women and girls, wherever in the world it occurs, whether online or offline.
We will speak out and will not be silenced.
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Not long now.
We at Nottingham Soroptimists are getting ready for our day in Nottingham on Saturday 25th November, where we will kick off our "16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence" Campaign.
Come and find us outside M&S from 11am to 1pm. We’ll be displaying our orange meadow of flowers and handing out home-made orange ribbons, and a card with information about sources of support for local women who might need it. 🧡🧡🧡