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Soroptimist International GBI Tunbridge Wells and District Branch. Women working for women and girls everywhere. Meets 3rd Monday of each month, 7.30pm, Chamberlain Court, TW. sigbi.org/tunbridge-wells

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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
We are delighted to be partnering with Citizens Advice North & West Kent and Wave Community Bank for this event - please spread the word! #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
We are delighted to be partnering with Citizens Advice North & West Kent and Wave Community Bank for this event - please spread the word! #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
As lots of people in Tunbridge Wells know - we have been having water issues in the town recently! Some of our club members decided not to send Christmas cards and instead raise funds for Water Aid - we have made a £100 donation
Graphic showing a pair of hands holding a bowl of overflowing water. There is our club logo and some text describing how some of our club members decided to raise money for Water Aid after experiencing difficulties with water supply in Tunbridge Wells in December.
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
SITWD club meeting tonight! 7.30pm for a discussion of @soroptimistgbi.bsky.social hub resources
A poster for the evening event with our club logo, meeting details (16th Feb, Chamberlain Court, 7.30) and a description of the evening. Tonight’s theme will be a demonstration of the hub and website followed by club feedback.
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
We’re celebrating International Women’s Day (8th March) with Smart Money, Strong Women: Gender equality through financial empowerment. Join us for an inspiring panel, practical money workshops, and refreshments raising funds for Citizens Advice. 👉 Reserve your free place: tinyurl.com/59wjj5kv
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Smart Money, Strong Women - International Womens Day 2026
Gender equality through financial empowerment A free community event for International Women’s Day
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Everyone deserves to feel safe and heard online! 💙✨ Let's build that space together! Thank you for joining our 16 Days of Activism. The work continues beyond today—every day is a chance to create change. Together, we're unstoppable! #EndOnlineViolence
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Human Rights - the foundation of justice , freedom & peace. “All human beings are born free & equal in dignity & rights. They are endowed with reason & conscience & should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood.” On #HumanRightsDay, 10th December, we urge you to join the #Soroptimists.
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
10th December: Between April 2023 and March 2024, the police in England and Wales recorded 851,062 domestic abuse crimes. www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopula... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Domestic abuse in England and Wales overview - Office for National Statistics
Figures on domestic abuse from the Crime Survey for England and Wales, police recorded crime, and other organisations.
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
#16DaysOfActivism #EndOnlineViolence #SoroptimistBristol www.thecyberhelpline.com/helpline-blo...
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How The Cyber Helpline Supports Survivors of Gender Based Cyber Harms — The Cyber Helpline
For many survivors of gender based violence, abuse continues long after physical contact ends. It can follow them into their devices, accounts and online spaces, creating a sense of being watched, mon...
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
The reality is shocking. Less than 40% of countries have laws to protect women from cyber harassment or stalking. It's unacceptable that in 2025, our digital spaces are still a legal wild west for abusers. The time for change is now. #16DaysOfActivism #EndOnlineViolence
A graphic with a red-orange background showing a blurred close-up of a smartphone screen with social media app icons. White text at the top reads, 16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM, with End Online Violence written in a smaller, cursive font underneath. The main text is a stark statistic: Less than 40% of countries have laws that protect women from cyber harassment or stalking. In a smaller font below, it is attributed to World Bank data. A teal and orange banner across the bottom features the hashtag, #NOEXCUSEFORABUSE, and the logo for Women in Games.
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
9th December: Between 2022 and 2024, the British Transport Police recorded more violent crimes against women and girls. The number went up by 50%. womensaid.org.uk/womens-aid-r... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Women’s Aid respond to findings of the British Transport Police Authority’s annual report showing an increase in crimes against women and girls   - Women’s Aid
Women’s Aid respond to findings of the British Transport Police Authority’s annual report showing increase in crimes against women and girls
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Stronger laws = safety online! ⚖️ We need legislation that recognises online violence as real violence, with real protections and accountability for harmful behaviour. Current laws often fail survivors—we must demand better. Policy change saves lives! #EndOnlineViolence
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Misogyny online is still violence. It's not just "trolling." It is real, and it has devastating consequences; harming confidence, identity and opportunities for women and girls everywhere. If you see it, report it, speak out, and support those who are targeted. #16DaysOfActivism
A graphic for 16 Days of Activism with the theme End Online Violence. The background is a textured red-orange. A large quote in white text reads: Misogyny online is still violence. It harms confidence, identity and opportunity. We stand with every woman and girl silenced by digital abuse — and we fight back. The quote is attributed to Marie-Claire Isaaman, CEO & Co-Director, Women in Games. A prominent teal banner at the bottom contains the text DIGITAL VIOLENCE IS REAL VIOLENCE. The Women in Games logo is displayed at the bottom.
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
8th December: Between April 2023 and March 2024, Home Office data shows that only 2.6% of rape cases resulted in a charge or summons. lordslibrary.parliament.uk/rape-levels-... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Rape: Levels of prosecutions
In the 2021 ‘End-to-end rape review’, the Conservative government pointed to a sharp decrease in rape prosecutions since 2016/17. Issues cited include long delays during the criminal justice process a...
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Men. Boys. Women. Girls. Everyone. We’re all on the Same Side. Algorithms are telling your boys they shouldn't cry, that depression is a choice, that women are the enemy. The Same Side Conversation Guide gives you the words for a new dialogue. campaign.unwomenuk.org/same-side #EndOnlineViolence
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
We all have the power! 💪✨ Every comment, share, and interaction shapes digital culture. When we choose kindness over cruelty and support over silence, we create communities where everyone feels safe. We all deserve to feel safe online! #EndOnlineViolence
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
7th December: Around the world, 140 women and girls are killed by their partner or a close relative. This means one woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes. www.unwomenuk.org #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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UN Women UK | Gender Equality
We're helping free girls from the child abuse of FGM by working on the ground with communities, religious leaders and governments. Be part of the change.
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Young people face daily sexism and exclusion, with risks escalating to grooming and serious harm. We need to protect the younger generation with better moderation, digital education, and adults who are willing to advocate on their behalf. Their experiences and voices matter. #16DaysOfActivism
A graphic for 16 Days of Activism: End Online Violence. The text overlay reads: Many [young people] encounter sexist comments or exclusion, and in some online spaces the risks escalate to more serious harms, including grooming attempts. Source: Bryter Report, 2025. A banner at the bottom states: DIGITAL VIOLENCE IS REAL VIOLENCE. The image shows this text over a faint background of a smartphone screen with various social media app icons visible. The logo for Women in Games is at the bottom.
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Everyone can speak up! 🗣️ Your voice has power to help others feel safe online. Whether challenging harmful comments or supporting someone being harassed, every action counts. You don't need to be an expert—just be human. #EndOnlineViolence
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
6th December: Every 3 days a woman is killed by a man in the UK. www.femicidecensus.org/men-still-ki... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Men still killing one woman every three days in UK – It is time for “Deeds not Words” – Femicide Census
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Spread awareness and support others! 🤝✨Check on friends, share resources, amplify survivor voices. When we support each other through online harassment, we create networks of care that make everyone safer. We're stronger together! #EndOnlineViolence
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
5th December: Women’s Aid report that for every £1 spent on domestic abuse services in England, the public purse saves £9 or more. www.womensaid.org.uk/wp-content/u... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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UN Working Group on Discrimination against Women and Girls @unwgdawg.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
#Italy: We welcome the introduction of the crime of femicide – defined as the murder of a woman, motivated by gender – as a distinct law, following the Parliament's unanimous vote. This reflects meaningful progress in addressing discrimination against women and girls.
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Platforms have a role to play! ⚖️ Social media companies can help build safety online through better moderation, user support, and thoughtful safety features. Let’s hold them to a higher standard! #EndOnlineViolence #16DaysOfActivism
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
4th December: In 2022-23, Women’s Aid report that refuge services in England helped around 10,824 women and 12,989 children. Community support services helped about 120,518 women and 156,673 children. womensaid.org.uk/what-we-do/r... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Domestic abuse, the facts - Women’s Aid
Domestic abuse, the facts Domestic abuse, the facts Domestic abuse is a gendered crime which is deeply rooted in the societal inequality between men and women. It is a form of gender-based violence, v...
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Update your privacy settings! 🔒 Protect your information by controlling who can see your posts, contact you, and access your data. Privacy is a right, not a privilege. Regular privacy check-ups keep you safer online. Take control today! #EndOnlineViolence #16DaysOfActivism
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
#16DaysOfActivism #EndOnlineViolence #SoroptimistBristol #standingupforwomenandgirls
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
3rd December: The police in England and Wales recorded 2,755 ‘honour-based’ abuse cases between April 2023 and March 2024. www.gov.uk/government/s... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Statistics on so called 'honour-based' abuse offences, England and Wales, year ending March 2024
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UN Working Group on Discrimination against Women and Girls @unwgdawg.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
🇨🇳#China: We welcome the Supreme Court's release of 8 guiding cases on domestic violence, recognizing that domestic violence is not just a "family dispute" & that psychological abuse constitutes domestic violence. An important step towards protecting women's+girls' rights+safety.
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
When online spaces are toxic, women are excluded. We must protect civilised communities of play. HATE ONLINE HARMS OFFLINE. Demand better. Read and share the Women In Games Manifesto - A call to arms for gender equality & equity for women in games and esports: www.womeningames.org
A graphic promoting the 16 Days of Activism: End Online Violence campaign. The text reads: Toxic gaming environments prevent women from participating in civilised communities of play (Women In Games Manifesto) and is emphasized by the phrase, HATE ONLINE HARMS OFFLINE.
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Report abuse! 📢 Don't suffer in silence. Use reporting tools when you encounter harassment. Document evidence, report promptly, and remember—seeking help is strength, not weakness. You are not alone in this fight. #EndOnlineViolence #16DaysOfActivism #SoroptimistBristol
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Unofficial BBCNews (UK) Bot @bbcnews-uk-rss.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Sarah Everard report finds urgent action needed to stop violence against women
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Sarah Everard report finds urgent action needed to stop violence against women
The report, published four years after the murder and rape of Sarah Everard, finds more is needed to prevent violent crime
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kmfm news @kmfmnews.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
NEWS: A report's found sexually-motivated crimes against women in public are not given the same response as other high-priority crimes #kmfmnews
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‘Critical failure’ to answer basic questions about sex crimes against women
The latest report from the Angiolini Inquiry found that there no record of how many women were raped by strangers in England and Wales last year.
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
2nd December: Over 60 per cent of countries still lack rape laws based on the principle of consent. www.unwomen.org/en/articles/... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Facts and figures: Ending violence against women | UN Women – Headquarters
The availability of data on violence against women and girls has improved considerably in recent years and data on the prevalence of intimate partner violence is now available for at least 161 countri...
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
1st December: About 86% of women and girls live in countries where the law does not stop violence or unfair treatment. www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-d... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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ACT to End Violence against Women Programme
ACT to End Violence Against Women aims to accelerate efforts to eliminate all forms of violence against women through Advocacy, Coalition Building, and Transformative Feminist Action (ACT).
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Block and filter! 🚫 Learn how to stay safe online using blocking and filtering tools. These acts of self-care and boundary setting protect your peace of mind and support your mental health. #EndOnlineViolence #SoroptimistBristol
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
90-95% of all deepfakes are non-consensual, sexually explicit images and videos of women. Used for harassment, revenge and extortion, this abuse brutally strips women of their autonomy and privacy, whilst destroying their reputations, careers and mental health. #16DaysOfActivism #DigitalAbuse
An image for the 16 Days of Activism campaign. Text highlights the statistic that 90-95% of deepfakes are non-consensual and target women, citing UN Women. The main call to action hashtag is #NOEXCUSE FOR ABUSE. The Women in Games logo is at the bottom.
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
#16DaysOfActivism #SoroptimistBristol #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
30th November: In 2022, the cost of domestic abuse in England was almost £78 billion. This includes both social and economic costs. www.womensaid.org.uk/wp-content/u... #16DaysOfActivism #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Learn how to stay safe online! 🛡️💻 Digital safety skills are essential in today's world. From privacy settings to recognising red flags—knowledge protects. But don't just protect yourself, help others learn too! Share your knowledge and build a safer community together. #EndOnlineViolence
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Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc. @soroptimist.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
This #GivingTuesday, we’re raising funds to reach more women and girls. Over the next 3 days, we’ll be sharing a powerful reminder of what your support can do! 💖 #3ReasonstoEmpower blog.soroptimist.org/givingback?form=GTYE25&utm_source=sia&utm_campaign=gt25&utm_content=empower3
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Digital abuse spills into real life, spreading fear & silencing voices - leading to physical violence & femicide. Don't look away. Let's work together to create digital spaces that are safe for everyone. #16DaysOfActivism #EndOnlineViolence #UNWomen #WomenInGames
An image promoting the 16 Days of Activism, with the message 'End Online Violence.' The central text is a quote from Sima Bahous of UN Women about digital abuse spreading into real life and leading to physical violence and femicide. The Women In Games logo is at the bottom.
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kmfm news @kmfmnews.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
NEWS: As we mark White Ribbon Day, a Tunbridge Wells man has been telling us why it's so important for men to speak out about violence against women and girls. Martin Mathews has joined a campaign with a group of men from around the country to help raise awareness #kmfmnews
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UN Working Group on Discrimination against Women and Girls @unwgdawg.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and every day, we call for an end to digital violence against all women and girls. #NoExcuse Read our joint statement👉 shorturl.at/RCoKT #16Days #ACTtoEndViolence
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Of interest to all Soroptimists #StandingUpForWomenAndGirls @soroptimistgbi.bsky.social @sibristol.bsky.social
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SI Tunbridge Wells @sitwd.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
#StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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Bristol University Press @brisunipress.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
As the #16DaysOfActivism continues, we’re calling for collective action to end digital violence against women and girls. 🧡 Explore our free collection, Eradication of Violence Against Women: ow.ly/nXg950XxtUH
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Women in Games @womeningames.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Nearly 60% of women gamers face online violence. This isn't just a digital problem - it's a real-world crisis. Don't be a silent player. Join us in our call for inclusion, safety and an end to gender-based violence. #16DaysOfActivism #WomenInGames #GamesIndustry
A graphic for the 16 Days of Activism campaign, with the title End Online Violence. A quote in large white text reads: "Nearly 60% of women gamers face harassment, threats or abuse. Digital spaces must be redesigned with women in mind. When we build safer platforms, we build a safer world." The quote is attributed to Marie-Claire Isaaman, CEO & Co-Director, Women in Games. A banner at the bottom states, DIGITAL VIOLENCE IS REAL VIOLENCE. The Women in Games logo is also present.
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Soroptimist Bristol started the Candlelit Vigil march to highlight the UN International Day For The Elimination Of Violence Against Women outside the orange lit Victoria Rooms. We joined over 200 participants afterwards, including male allies, to march down to College Green. #16DaysOfActivism
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Soroptimist International of Bristol @sibristol.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
A Very Moving Candlelit Vigil. Nine Soroptimist Bristol members joined Next Link’s Candlelit Vigil walk from Queen’s Road to College Green yesterday evening to mark the UN’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. #Soroptimists #SoroptimistBristol #16DaysOfActivism
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