Soroptimist International of Toronto

As COVID-19 moves more of our lives online, it's vital that this space is safe for girls. Today our girls are at risk more than ever.#dayofgirls #soroptimist #onlineharassment #onlineabuse #DIBI

The International Day of the Girl Child focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfilment of their human rights. Do you want to raise daughters who can get their rights in the society? One of the first things you need to teach every kid is Gender Equality. #SDGs #genderequality #empoweringgilrs #DIBI #soroptimist #ecr #LYD #UN #DayofGirls

Jean Skillman, our precious member, has made about 500 masks since March. Some are in silk and cotton, some in cotton, some in double knit for winter. They have either ear loops or an over the head loop of elastic. The masks are available in limited quantity to persons who would like them as an appreciation gift for a donation of 25$ to Soroptimist International of Toronto through Canada Helps. Your donations receive a tax receipt, which effectively reduces your donation amount. The face mask of your choice (with your choice of elastic) will be mailed to your address. https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/silk-masks/

Share your feelings on being female Are you ready to be bold? Take a few minutes to listen to one of the Soroptimist Dream It Be It conference participants share her feelings on being female...... Join us for an empowering and inspiring webinar. Open to all girls in high school all across Canada. Free to attend. Sunday October 11 at 7:30 pm ET. Register today: https://tinyurl.com/y5bkdhu8 #dreamitbeit #soroptimist #internationaldayofthegirl #backtoschool #futureleaders #leadersoftomorrow #bebold #IDG2020 #genderequity" https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=799021130889740

"In this video a young girl in high school shares her thoughts on what living as a girl in Canada means to her. She feels bold because she has the support of her family and friends, and access to opportunities and resources, including the Soroptimist Dream it Be it program. Do you know a girl in high school who wants to feel empowered and be bold? The Soroptimist Dream it Be it program is open to all girls in secondary school. Invite her to join us online on Sunday October 1...1th at 7:30pm ET to celebrate International Day of the Girl. There is no cost to attend. Registration is open! https://tinyurl.com/y5bkdhu8 #internationaldayofthegirl #soroptimist #dreamitbeit #SoroptimistToronto#soroptimistinternational #furtureleaders #genderequity #IDG2020 #genderequality #generationequality #bebold #11daysofaction" https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=673680400195361

Greek philosopher Aristotle once defined different kinds of friendships. One of which is "friendships of the good: the people you feel a life bond with. Suzanne Degges-White, Ph.D., in Psychology explains in a "friendship of the good", you value who that friend actually is, strengths and weaknesses alike and there is sufficient trust between the two that the relationship’s quality and depth outshine those of other types of friendship. Other authors describe friendship of the... good as a soul-to-soul relationship. It does not depend on the necessity or regular contact. Because all of those can change. In our current context, COVID-19 restrictions can make it impossible to do things we used to do together. As a Soroptimist, I have experienced "friendship of the good". This friendship is strengthened by reaching beyond our bubble and a greater cause is connecting us all over the world. Soroptimist Toronto met with Soroptimist Scarborough, GB a few days ago on Zoom and I have been thinking: life situations could never stop the Soroptimist movement since 1921 and nor can COVID-19! Happy friendship day to all Soroptimist sisters around the world <3 (This post is inspired by an article written by Jim Taylor in "Lake Countr Calander". Read the full article here: https://www.lakecountrycalendar.com//column-whats-covid-19) See more

If you are a woman who provides the primary financial support for yourself and your dependents, is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program, and has financial need you may be eligible for Live Your Dream education grant. Find out if you are eligible and submit your application between August 1 - November 15, here: https://www.soroptimist.org//apply-for-the-live-your-dream Soroptimist International of Toro...nto Club ID: 121017 e-mail: [email protected] See more

Get to know Penny Babb, 2020-2021 SIA President https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=6vJcmaAioJ8

Are you thinking about doing something great for your community? Do you care about women and girls lost dreams? Do you want to make a difference in this world? WE want to meet YOU! Join our session and learn more about us and the work we do!

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Soroptimist International of Toronto is recruiting new members: Learn how you can improve the lives of women and girls in Soroptimist International Toronto, by attending our member recruitment session and enjoying a cup of coffee/tea on us. WHEN AND WHERE... Saturday, August 22nd, 2020, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm on Zoom meeting: RSVP before August 20th,2020 to receive the meeting details. Please confirm your attendance by emailing your name, contact information, and home address to: [email protected]

#endsextrafficking #Liveyourdream #dreamitbeit #soroptimisttornto #empower #educate #enable #genderequality 30 July #worlddayagainsttraffickinginpersons

#Genderpaygap exists in Canada.

#Sextrafficking is a bitter reality happening right under our nose. It is time to stop pretending it does not exist. This year SI Toronto will work on raising awareness on #sextrafficking #endviolenceagainstwomen #empowerment #equality