Dear Soroptimists, dear Friends,
I hereby invite you all to join the XIX Soroptimist Convention in Montréal, Canada, July 10-14, 2011.
It will be a wonderful occasion to meet Soroptimists from all around the world. You will listen to good speakers, be inspired by interesting workshops as well as Soroptimist projects from the quadrennium, and discuss the Programme Focus for the next four years.
For all Soroptimists it is a MUST to participate in a Soroptimist Convention – at least once in your lifetime. For those of us, who have already participated in several Conventions, it is still a MUST to participate, as we don’t want to miss this fantastic occasion to meet old and new Soroptimist friends from other parts of the world.
In 2011 the Convention will take place in Montréal. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this beautiful city with its many attractions, and please allow yourself some extra days off to take part in one of the tours that will be arranged before and after the Convention.
I feel sure that you will not regret that you spend your time and money, so: See you in Montréal, July 10-14, 2011.
We welcome you all.
Hanne Jensbo
International President
Bonjour!
It is my pleasure to invite you to the Soroptimist International Convention in Montréal, Québec, Canada, July 10 to 14, 2011. Please join us for inspiring speakers, informative workshops and enjoyable social events that will give you opportunities to catch up with Soroptimist friends and make new acquaintances from around the world.
An international destination of choice, Montréal is easily accessed by land, water and air. Downtown is a mere 20 minutes from the airport, which handles some 200 flights daily. Visitors will find this compact island city great for walking, and can easily—and safely— explore its vibrant neighborhoods on foot, at any time of the day or night. Montréal is also multicultural, boasting more than 80 ethnic communities, and enjoys an outstanding reputation worldwide for gourmet dining.
This is an exciting time for our organisation as we move forward with our mission:
Soroptimists inspire action and create opportunities to transform the lives of women and girls through a global network of members and international partnerships.
Through our theme of “Women: Leaders in Civil Society”, we will explore ways to improve the lives of women and girls around the world. Convention is a time to rekindle the flame within to continue the significant work of Soroptimism.
I’m sure you won’t want to miss out so mark these dates on your calendar and plan to be a part of this exceptional Soroptimist experience.
More information will be provided on the website as it becomes available.
Yvonne Machuk
Convention Chair
The Long Term Project concept was developed in 2008 as part of Soroptimist International’s strategic planning process and is a project that will be owned and operated by SI. This project will be launched at the SI Convention in Montreal in 2011 replacing the Quadrennial Project.
Project SIerra: A Family and A Future aims to raise £1 million ($2 million USD) to help disadvantaged women and children in Sierra Leone face their futures with confidence. Please see link below to learn more.
> www.projectsierra.org