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💙 Poole, Purbeck & Dorset District branch of @soroptimistglobal
💙 Helping women & girls in our community & globally
📖 Creator of @sifreshthoughts

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Many congratulations to @sicanterbury as the winner of the Soroptimist Best Practice Awards in the Enable category!

We are absolutely thrilled to be runners up in this category alongside @soroptimist.sheffield

Read all about our 'Fresh Thoughts' Booklet project in the link in our bio or at @soroptimistgbi 💙

#soroptimistedinburgh2024 @ssfoundation_ @soroptimisteurope @soroptimistglobal @baronessfloellabenjamin by @soroptimistpoole

🥇We're absolutely thrilled to win the Delegates' Choice Award for our Fresh Thoughts booklet at the #SoroptimistEdinburgh2024 Conference!

This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our club, and we hope it will inspire further support for our project.

We aim to expand this initiative to reach more individuals and provide essential resources to those seeking safety and a new beginning.

Read all about our 'Fresh Thoughts' Booklet project in the link in our bio or at @soroptimistgbi 💙

#soroptimist #soroptimistinternational #freshthoughts #domesticviolence @soroptimisteurope @soroptimistglobal by @soroptimistpoole

It is with deep regret that we inform all our friends and followers that SI Poole, Purbeck and District is closing after 73 years of service.

Some members will move to @salisbury_soroptimists and others will become Associate Members.

We have much to look back on with pride and “Fresh Thoughts” is a recent example of the contribution we have made to Soroptimism.

We’re delighted that @sifreshthoughts will now move to @salisbury_soroptimists where it will continue to flourish and be adapted by Clubs all over England and Wales.

Thank you all so deeply for your support and friendship.

#soroptimist #soroptimistinternational #soroptimistatwork #soroptimists by @soroptimistpoole

We are thrilled to be in @bournemouthecho alongside @soroptimist.bournemouth and @sidwick4dorset

Last week, Caroline Foster, co-founder of Fresh Thoughts, had the immense honour of speaking directly with Queen Camilla during the Royal @theroyalfamily visit and giving her a copy of Fresh Thoughts.

Caroline explained how the booklet is helping women access vital information and legal support when fleeing domestic abuse.

Caroline also thanked the Queen for her lovely response when she was sent the original Dorset version 2 years ago and explained that it has now spread across the country.

Gail Thomas from @soroptimist.bournemouth was able to share other @soroptimistgbi projects related to violence against women and girls.

We also want to extend a massive thank you to Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner, David Sidwick @sidwick4dorset .

David’s ongoing support and sponsorship of our booklet have been invaluable, and we are so grateful to him for championing our work alongside Caroline during the reception today and giving such welcome recognition of the work of @soroptimistglobal .

Having the Queen listen so intently to our mission is a testament to the enormous success of Fresh Thoughts. Let’s keep this momentum going!

#soroptimist #freshthoughts #domesticviolence #domesticabuse #bournemouth by @soroptimistpoole

🎖️ His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Dorset invited the secretary of our club along with a member of what was SI Poole, Purbeck and District to meet with the Queen during a royal visit to Blandford Forum on July 16th. Michael Dooley LVO organised the event to showcase successful charities in Dorset that contribute to his ‘Creating Health and Harmony in the Community’ initiative. He has been struck by the important work local Soroptimist clubs do around violence against women and girls, having attended our Art Exhibition for the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence as well as proving a preface for the SIPPD Fresh Thoughts booklet. With approximately 3.8 million people experiencing domestic abuse each year in the UK, any initiative that reduces prevalence and impact can only help to build harmony.

👑 The visit was very successful; the Queen expressed interest in our work and took away a pack of information that included a resume of the SIB projects in VAWG over the years as well as the Fresh Thoughts booklet. Her sister, who was also in attendance, similarly expressed interest and took away literature as well. An excellent result.

#SoroptimistInternational #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #CommunityImpact #Dorset #RoyalVisit by @soroptimistpoole

Today was a milestone we will never forget! Caroline Foster, co-founder of Fresh Thoughts, had the immense honour of speaking directly with Queen Camilla during the Royal @theroyalfamily visit and giving her a copy of Fresh Thoughts.

Caroline explained how the booklet is helping women access vital information and legal support when fleeing domestic abuse.

Caroline also thanked the Queen for her lovely response when she was sent the original Dorset version 2 years ago and explained that it has now spread across the country.

Gail Thomas from @soroptimist.bournemouth was able to share other @soroptimistgbi projects related to violence against women and girls.

We also want to extend a massive thank you to Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner, David Sidwick @sidwick4dorset .

David’s ongoing support and sponsorship of our booklet have been invaluable, and we are so grateful to him for championing our work alongside Caroline during the reception today and giving such welcome recognition of the work of @soroptimistglobal .

Having the Queen listen so intently to our mission is a testament to the enormous success of Fresh Thoughts. Let’s keep this momentum going!

#soroptimist #freshthoughts #domesticviolence #domesticabuse #royalfamily by @soroptimistpoole

A menu that should never be on the table 🛑

Tonight, as pubs and living rooms across the country fill up, a predictable and devastating pattern begins.

For millions, match day is about drinks, food, and tension on the pitch. But for thousands of women and children, the menu tonight is entirely different. It consists of walking on eggshells, navigating volatile fuses, and facing a sharp escalation in violence the moment the whistle blows.

We cannot treat these survival tactics as a normal, accepted part of our sports culture. It is time to change what we tolerate.

Through the Fresh Thoughts initiative, @soroptimistgbi clubs are stepping up to deliver vital safeguarding resources and front-line advocacy tools. We have done the groundwork so your club can take action in your local community without having to start from scratch.

Let's work together to make home a safe place tonight. 💙

👇 To bring these resources to your local club:
Comment FRESH THOUGHTS below, and we will automatically send you the link to our 'Getting Started' guide.

📞 If you are in danger tonight, help is available 24/7:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (Free & confidential)

In an immediate emergency, always dial 999.

#domesticabuseawareness #safeguarding #soroptimists #womensafety #worldcup2026 #standingupforwomenandgirls #soroptimistsatwork #domseticviolenceawareness by @soroptimistpoole

The real high-stakes environment tonight isn't on the pitch 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

As the managers adjust their tactics for tonight's game, thousands of women are quietly calculating their own survival strategies.

The correlation between major football fixtures and spikes in domestic abuse is well-documented.

While football does not cause abuse, perpetrators do, the high-pressure environment, combined with alcohol and unpredictable results, acts as a dangerous catalyst.

Win, lose, or draw, a woman is still at risk.

We refuse to stand by and watch this happen tournament after tournament.

Through Fresh Thoughts, we are actively working to challenge this culture and improve community safeguarding through the Fresh Thoughts initiative.

We want to invite sister clubs across the country to join us in distributing front-line support materials. Let's use our collective voice to protect women and girls. 🕊️

👇 To access our onboarding toolkit:
Comment FRESH THOUGHTS right now, and look out for a message from us with the direct link to get your club registered.

📞 You are not alone. Support is here for you:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247

In an emergency, always dial 999.

#domesticabuseawareness #domesticsviolenceawareness #womenssafety #soroptimist #safeguarding #freshthoughts #WorldCup2026 #soroptimistsatwork #soroptimists #standingupforwomenandgirls by @soroptimistpoole

Some numbers need to be kept close 📝

In the run-up to a major match this evening, our fridges and noticeboards are often covered with tournament schedules, fixtures and plans.

But for thousands of women and children, these dates aren't a countdown to a celebration, they are a countdown to a period of heightened risk.

When domestic abuse cases spike during England matches, finding a moment of safety to seek help can be incredibly difficult. That is why having vital support numbers easily accessible, or even memorised, can be a lifeline.

We encourage you to save this image, keep these numbers close, and share them on your own feed. You never know who might need to see them today.

As Soroptimists, we are actively working to build safer communities through the Fresh Thoughts initiative, equipping local clubs with ready-made safeguarding tools and advocacy resources. 💙

👇 To bring these resources to your local area:
Comment FRESH THOUGHTS below, and we will send the link to our introductory guide straight to your inbox.

📞 If you need support, confidential help is available 24/7:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247

In an immediate emergency, always dial 999.

#womenssafety #safeguarding #soroptimist #freshthoughts #domesticabuseawareness #WorldCup2026 #domesticviolenceawareness #soroptimistsatwork #standingupforwomenandgirls by @soroptimistpoole

A match day checklist that no one should have to pack 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

While millions of households are setting out their football shirts and match day routines for Wednesday, thousands of women are quietly making very different preparations.

For those living with domestic abuse or coercive control, a major tournament fixture isn't a source of entertainment, it is a period of heightened risk.

The stark reality is that reported domestic violence incidents spike significantly during England matches.

The items packed into a bag tonight won't be for a celebration. They are escape essentials: a hidden front door key, a fully charged phone, emergency cash, and a plan.

We cannot treat these survival tactics as an ordinary, accepted byproduct of sports culture.

Through the Fresh Thoughts initiative, Soroptimist clubs are taking direct action. We are equipping local communities with robust safeguarding toolkits and frontline advocacy resources to support survivors and challenge this environment. We want to invite your @soroptimistgbi club to join us. 💙

👇 To bring these vital resources to your local area:
Comment FRESH THOUGHTS below, and we will automatically send the link to our 'Getting Started' portal straight to your messages.

⚠️ You are not alone. If you need support tonight, help is available 24/7:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (Free and confidential)

In an immediate emergency, always dial 999.

#womenssafety #domesticabuseawareness #safeguarding #soroptimistInternational #freshthoughts #whatsinmybag #EndVAWG #standingupforwomenandgirls #domesticviolenceawareness by @soroptimistpoole

A simple graphic that could save a life. Please share 💙🙏

To our sister @soroptimistgbi clubs, we want to make it as easy as possible for clubs across our network to share vital safeguarding information during high-risk periods like major tournaments.

If you are looking for a quick, clear way to post the helpline numbers on your own club's page today, please feel free to save and share this image. We also have many more on our Facebook page for easy sharing.

By getting these numbers onto as many feeds as possible, we can ensure that anyone scrolling who might be in danger knows exactly where to turn for confidential, 24/7 support.

Let's use our collective reach to look out for one another and keep women and girls safe. 🕊️

👇 If you or someone you know needs support:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (Free, confidential, and open 24/7)

In an immediate emergency, always dial 999.

If your club wants to access our complete, ready-to-use safeguarding toolkits and front-line resources, comment FRESH THOUGHTS below and we will send you the link to our 'Getting Started' portal.

#soroptimistinternational #womenssafety #safeguarding #soroptimist #freshthoughts #domesticviolenceawareness #standingupforwomenandgirls #domesticabuseawareness by @soroptimistpoole

As we prepare for another World Cup match on Wednesday, frontline domestic abuse services are bracing themselves for the inevitable spike in cases that accompanies major fixtures.

To help raise vital awareness, we have created a set of simple, clear helpline graphics that you can share on your own @soroptimistgbi pages today. We know how busy everyone is, so please feel free to save and use these to save your club some time!

All we ask in return is a simple tag to our page @sifreshthoughts (or a mention of our Fresh Thoughts project) so we can help more clubs access our free safeguarding resources. We hope they can be valuable for you. You are welcome to share them on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn etc 💙

Suggested caption for your club to copy and paste with the graphic:

While millions watch the game tonight, thousands of women and children will be navigating a highly volatile environment. If you or someone you know is in danger please know you are not alone and support is available 24/7.

📞 National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (Free & confidential) 🚨 In an immediate emergency, always dial 999.

(Graphic created by the Fresh Thoughts project)

#womenssafety #domesticabuseawareness #soroptimist #soroptimistsatwork #worldcup by @soroptimistpoole