Reporting from the CCPCJ, and an event highlighting the importance of ensuring access to effective measures for PMTCT of HIV and Sexual and Reproductive Health services in prison.
The CCPCJ side event sessions on violence against women - "The Collection of Data on Gender-Related Killing of Women and Girls: Promising Practices" and "The Special Event: Establishing Femicide Watches in Every Country in the World" were informative and well attended reflecting keen interest from governments and civil society.
It was my privilege to join SI Central and South West London and their guests on the weekend of 12 – 14 May, to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the club which started in 1927 as a Venture Club.
In a heartfelt message, Soroptimist International President 2015-2017, Yvonne Simpson extends greetings to Soroptimists across 133 countries and territories, together with partners and associates of the global volunteer movement. Yvonne Simpson takes this moment to wish all a wonderful 2017 and looks forward to working together to make a difference in supporting women and girls to reach their full potential.
Soroptimists worldwide strive for gender equality as a human right. On this day we celebrate Human Rights Day and launch the global Soroptimist International President’s Appeal.