Cervical cancer is largely preventable through regular screening and HPV vaccination, as recommended by national guidelines, and it can be cured if detected early and treated promptly. Yet it remains the fourth most common cancer in women globally, with 660,000 new cases and around 350,000 deaths annually, with 94% of those in low and middle-income
Women Left Feeling Unsafe as More Than Half of UK Train Stations Still Fail on Basic Passenger Safety, Investigation Finds An investigation by leading women’s charity, Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI), into safety standards at UK train stations has revealed widespread gaps in basic passenger protection, with women disproportionately affected. Despite ongoing efforts
The June 2026 issue of Global Voice is now available. In this issue of Global Voice The launch of the official SI Convention 2027 website, inviting Soroptimists, friends and partners to begin exploring what lies ahead in Prague. The announcement of Theresa Lyford as SI President Elect 2026-2027 SI’s latest statement on the defunding of
As Cervical Screening Awareness Week (15-21 June) approaches, Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI), is shining a spotlight on early detection with an innovative video campaign now showing in 500 pharmacies. The charity has long championed cervical cancer awareness, but its latest campaign began when three volunteers had the bright idea of turning an
Our members are a powerful force for change—transforming the lives of women and girls through education, empowerment and enabling opportunities. As we grow, we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to join us. If you’re searching for a meaningful way to give back, share your skills and connect with others, we’d love to welcome you. What’s
A new domestic violence resource, ‘From Fear to Freedom’, has been developed and launched by Soroptimist International Wales South – part of the wider Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) – bringing together specialist services, survivor voices and community organisations to provide practical, accessible support for women experiencing abuse. Produced in both English and
Leading women’s charity Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) has welcomed the announcement that the Government will be investing £5 million into Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) pilots – with the aim to improve support for domestic abuse victims – calling it a major step forward in supporting survivors. The initiative aligns closely with the
Ahead of International Women’s Day, we’re proud to shine a light on how Soroptimists across our 250+ clubs drive real, community‑led impact every day – from supporting local women’s centres, football clubs and more to championing global advocacy through our #UN consultative status. Read more about the power of #grassroots change in this feature by londondaily.news – https://www.londondaily.news/sigbi-and-the-power-of…/
Female farmer and founder of Community Interest Company (CIC), Milly Fyfe from Northamptonshire, has received a Diamond Education Grant to expand her food education business and further support her local community. Milly, 40, now offers parents and her local community workshops to learn about foraging at The Countryside Kitchen. She provides individuals with ways to
