Soroptimist Stafford

07/12/2025

Our Manchester drop in is on Tuesday. If you are thinking about a trip into the city this week, make it then! The group is a brilliant opportunity to take some time for you, in a welcoming and quiet space.

We hold this group in the most beautiful room with gorgeous coffee and great company too. If you are living with or beyond womb cancer, then please do drop in. Cath would love to see you.

If you have any questions or worries about coming to the group please do email support@peachestrust.org so that we can put your mind at rest.

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07/12/2025

Consider the challenges being a female employee brings.

Darker commutes, late finishes and a rise in unwanted attention all add an extra layer of consideration to what should be a straightforward time of year.

07/12/2025

I often wonder what the founder of the world wide web, Sir Tim Berners-Lee , must think about the way in which it has developed. A power for good, for connection, for beneficial interaction or for control, and intimidation. It would be good to think that the more kind and positive things we put on there can surely outweigh the negative and harmful.

We all deserve to feel safe online and we all have the power to create safer online spaces and beat the trolls. But we need to be smart about it and educate ourselves...

06/12/2025

Heather Stern https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1aWiuwVKta/

06/12/2025

Sue Zurawiel https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1aWiuwVKta/

06/12/2025

What do Soroptimist Stafford members and supporters do on a wet, cold Saturday morning during ? The answer is in beautiful Cannock Chase. 'Oranging the World', raising awareness of gender based abuse, providing a talking point and hope. Well done ladies and supporters! We're proud of you.

06/12/2025

There's always support and advice available, we must learn where to look and who to safely turn to for help if we need it. Don't give access to your computer to someone over the phone, however plausible they appear. Remember that there are people who will try to extort, steal from you or unsettle you, they'll appear helpful, but think first. Think before you click!

Everyone can speak up to help others feel safe online. The Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) which is a USA organisation, offers some useful materials and advice. https://counterhate.com

05/12/2025

It's International Volunteering Day. The 2025 theme is “Every Contribution Matters.” Don't we know that to be true! The power of collective action and every small act of volunteering, big or small, contributes to a stronger and more connected world. Let's celebrate every action that makes the world a better place for others and for ourselves.

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead.

05/12/2025

There’s that saying “Every day is a school day” and where technology is concerned it certainly is! We have a responsibility to ourselves and others to ensure that, if we are going to be tech users, we ensure that we keep up to date with safety. As Soroptimists we advocate for others, in order to do so we educate, empower and enable, it’s our responsibility to do the same for ourselves. Lifelong learning is the way forward, together, safely.

Spreading awareness and supporting others improves online safety. Use quality resources such as those from the UK government's NCSC here: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/advice-guidance/you-your-family

05/12/2025

Learn, be prepared, take action.

📢 Join our webinar: Same Abuse, New Tools 🛠️

As we conclude the 16 Days of Action, join us for this insightful online session next week exploring how technology is reshaping abuse - and what we can do to respond.

📅 Wed, 10 Dec | 10:00 – 11:00 GMT
📍 Online via Microsoft Teams
🔗 Register Here: 41062723-5c14-4090-8d26-8c0d8297dfef@2e3d9564-8632-4d51-b72c-f66c398faccd" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/41062723-5c14-4090-8d26-8c0d8297dfef@2e3d9564-8632-4d51-b72c-f66c398faccd

Learn about:
✅ How tech-enabled abuse works and why it’s growing
✅ Practical resources to help survivors stay safe in a digital world

This session is for anyone committed to ending violence against women and girls - whether you work in safeguarding or simply want to understand the risks.

Let’s take action together to create safer communities.

04/12/2025

Our partner Staffordshire Women's Aid provides logical information to protect us all. https://www.facebook.com/share/1JV7EzNV8j/

🔐 Cyber Safety Matters

During the 16 Days of Activism, we’re sharing some quick online safety tips to help you stay secure. When we learn together, we create a safer digital space for everyone.

• Use strong, unique passwords
• Turn on 2-factor authentication (2FA)
• Keep your apps and devices updated
• Be cautious of suspicious links or messages
• Check your privacy settings on social media
• Back up important data regularly

For more detailed guidance, visit the National Cyber Security Centre website:
👉 https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/top-tips-for-staying-secure-online

04/12/2025

Advocate, keep up the pressure, ensure that we keep people safe, especially those who are vulnerable.

Since July 2025 the UK's Online Safety Act has imposed measures - largely to protect children - from harmful online content by placing the onus firmly on platform providers. The Act has its critics but it's a start. The platform providers have little commercial incentive to strengthen user protection and cite "freedom of expression", inadequate definitions of "harmful" and the feasibility & costs of stronger measures. Lobbying will be key here. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0epennv98lo