Soroptimist International Glasgow City

25/08/2026

Our usual reminder that we mark the 25th of each month, highlighting that Violence Against Women remains a massive issue, across the world, and yes, in our own back yard...

If you're interested in helping us to support women and girls achieve their goals, please get in touch - leave a message on this page.

13/08/2026

Young women and girls are shaping their own futures—and the future of their communities.

Yet persistent inequalities continue to stand in their way.

This , we call for a world where every young woman and girl can learn, lead and thrive.

Read UN Women's statement: http://unwo.men/trSH50ZyROR

13/08/2026

To all you left handed women out there - happy !

But it doesn't matter if you're right or left handed, if you'd like to help us Soroptimists support women & girls to achieve their goals, look at www.sigbi.org.

Soroptimist International is a global women's organisation, which inspires action to transform the lives of women and girls around the world.

10/08/2026

Experiencing domestic abuse can feel isolating, and finding support isn’t always easy.

That’s why the UK SAYS NO MORE campaign created Safe Spaces — working with pharmacies, banks, and selected jobcentres across the UK to provide private, secure rooms for anyone experiencing domestic abuse.

Look out for the posters at participating locations. Simply walk in and ask a staff member at the counter to use their Safe Space.

Inside, you can:

Contact friends or family safely

Reach specialist support services

Start your journey to safety and recovery

Safe Spaces offer a discreet and secure way to get help when you need it most.

🌐 Find your nearest Safe Space: uksaysnomore.org/safespaces
🎥 Watch this video from Sussex Police: Do the Right Thing

Soroptimists continue to take action to improve women’s safety in our communities.
Learn more about our work: sigbi.org/what-we-do/our-work/womens-safety.

30/07/2026

Happy International Day of Friendship
to all our friends, wherever you are!

20/07/2026

Club members had a summer outing to the Japanese Garden near Dollar in Clackmannanshire.

The garden was established by Ella Christie in the 1900s on her return from an expedition to Japan. Ella chose a female Japanese garden designer - Taki Handa - to create the seven acre garden.

Although there was no sunshine, we had a lovely day, as it was not too hot to walk round the garden.

On entering the grounds we were warned that froglets were in abundance on the paths. Once we realised just how tiny they were, we certainly did see a lot, as well as the Little Grebe sitting on her nest among the water lilies!

Being Soroptimists, the day was concluded with a late lunch, chat and lots of laughter!

11/07/2026

A new UN Women report paints a bleak picture:

At least one million women and girls have lost access to critical support as funding cuts dismantle women’s organizations working in humanitarian crises.

🔗 See our press release:
http://unwo.men/zB9P50ZmavT

10/07/2026

Stalking isn’t just unwanted attention — it’s a pattern of repeated, intrusive behaviour that can leave you feeling frightened, distressed or unsafe.

The Suzy Lamplugh Trust defines stalking as:
A pattern of fixated and obsessive behaviour which is repeated, persistent and intrusive, causing fear, alarm or distress to the victim.

If you think you may be experiencing stalking, you don’t have to face it alone. Support is available.
📞 National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
🖥️ Online tool: suzylamplugh.org/am-i-being-stalked-tool

Soroptimists continue to take action to improve women’s safety in our communities.

Learn more about our work: sigbi.org/what-we-do/our-work/womens-safety.

Our online tool can offer information on services local to you, the law, as well as tips on how to gather evidence.

08/07/2026

A lot of background noise, but the important thing to note is that we Soroptimists have won 2 awards from the NAWO (National Association of Women's Organisations).

Well done us!

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1bKDvkFk2V/

07/07/2026

Today is World Chocolate Day!

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I'm sure I don't have to tell you all what you can do to support it....but make sure your chocolate is one of the ethical brands that supports cocoa growers, many of whom are women.