Soroptimist

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Soroptimist

(səˈrɒptɪmɪst)
n
(Professions) a member of an organization of clubs (Soroptimist International) for professional and executive businesswomen
[C20: from Latin soror sister + optimist]
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An anti-sexting project which Cannock Soroptimists have taken to schools has been filmed by the BBC.
In her message to the Soroptimists, Seri Paduka Baginda said 'I am pleased to learn that Soroptimists have honoured my country by selecting us to host the 21st SI World Convention, making it the First Asian country to do so.
Middlesbrough Soroptimists aim to raise PS3,500 to buy a tuk tuk, renovate it, paint it pink and train and support women drivers.
Barnardo's Cymru has opened a cafe at the G4S-run HMP Parc, near Bridgend, which will be staffed by members of the Bridgend Soroptimists.
Soroptimists strive to improve the lives of women and girls in the local area and globally through programs leading to social and economic empowerment, such as, our educational awards.
As part of the celebrations, I also welcomed members of Solihull Soroptimists to my constituency office on Monday to hear about the work they are doing to engage with local women and children to improve their lives, realise their aspirations and help them reach their full potential.
ON THE GRAPEVINE: We asked at Llandudno and District Soroptimists: Tell us something that people may not know about the Soroptimists HELEN: Soroptimist International is one of the best kept secrets; it is not affiliated to any political or religious group, it just works towards the common good of all women and girls throughout the world.
For more information on Dewsbury Soroptimists ring 01924 273694 or 01924 471177 or visit http://sigbi.org/dewsbury or find them on Facebook.
Sarah Stewart, chief executive NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI) said: "Large scale conferences and events, including the Soroptimists International Great Britain and Ireland Conference, provide widereaching benefits to the region's economy.
"We're so grateful to the Soroptimists and the Lord Mayor for recognising the valuable work we do.
Thank you: Janet Maye, of Esther Community Resources, and Chris Thorp, from the Soroptimists.