Programme Convenor, Dr Donnell Davis is pleased to announce appointments to the Programme team, and exciting vacancy opportunities for members to apply for.

This biennium has seen a significient increase in the workload of the team members. With the five federations and SI working closely on 5 UN International days, publicity campaigns, our own SISEAP campaigns, toolkits, website and CSW actions,   The programme team has taken the approach to create a new appointed posiiton of SISEAP Programme Communications, this appointment will be for the balance of the current biennium and will continue for the next biennium 2024-2026 as a trail basis.   We are pleased to announce that Cesarina Gigante current Asst Programme Convenor 1 has agreed to take on this appointment and will commence immediately.  

We are also pleased to announce that Rhonda McCormack current Programme Zone Coordinator will move up to the position of Asst Programme Convenor 1 for the remainder of this current biennium. Congratulations to Rhonda for undertaking the increased workload of this position. 

As previously announced, Anne Allen has been appointed to the role of Programme Database Support, commencing on the 1st of June 2024.  Anne has undertaken this role as part of her current role, but will now move to this specialist role to ensure that our SISEAP project performance management system is accurate and transparent, and easy to use for all clubs.

We are pleased to announce vacancies for the following two positions. 

Asst Programme Convenor 1  
Expressison of Interest are called for from elibible members to take on the role of Asst Programme Coordinator 1  from 1 June 2024, this is a 2 year term of office (2024 to 2026). The role and responsibility statement is available from the website downloads area  
The role involves supporting the Programme Director, and the Asst Programme Director 2, supporting clubs across the Federation on Programe Activities.  Working with the programme team on toolkits, webinars, CSW,  and the Federation Project - Brilliant Futures Fund. Please complete the Federation Asst Programme Convenors CV Template, available from the folder website downloads area here , please send your completed application to Federation Secretary Sue Latta  swpfederationsecretary2020@siswp.org.  Applications close 31 March 2024.

Programme Zone Coordinator 4 

Expressison of Interest are called for from elibible members to take on the role of Programme Zone Coordinator 4 from 1 June 2024, this is a 2 year term of office (2024 to 2026).  Sucessful applicant will be able to take up the positon for the remainder of this biennium .  The role and responsibility statement is available from the website downloads area  
The role involves supporting up to 35 clubs across the federation with reporting on their actions. There is opportunity for progression, and participating regularly in some exciting events with the full programme team. Please complete the Federation Programme Convenors CV Template, folder available from the website downloads area here , please send your completed application to Federation Secretary Sue Latta  swpfederationsecretary2020@siswp.org.  Applications close 31 March 2024.
 
Additionally,  members should take note that Soroptimist International is also calling for nominations to be a SISEAP representative on the SI Global Impact Committee. 
Youth Representative on Global Impact Committee. 
Register your interest HERE 

2022-2024 President Christine Johnstone provides a snap shot of some of the projects undertaken by SISEAP clubs in 2023. 

Education is a human right, and Soroptimist from the South East Asia Pacific Federation spend time, energy and finances on education projects which empower individuals, embrace opportunities across the whole life cycle, shape and build strong communities strengthening bonds and fostering better understanding and perspectives. 

Through various projects undertaken by Soroptimist clubs, individuals are empowered and communities are strengthened. From providing STEM workshops to unconventional teaching methods for immigrant women, these projects aim to shape and build strong communities.

Additionally, scholarships, educational resources, and financial assistance were provided to those in need.

The impact of education is highlighted, as each additional year of schooling can significantly improve lifetime earnings and reduce maternal deaths.

Soroptimists are determined to create positive change and let their voices be heard.

International Day of the Girl Child is an annual and internationally recognized observance on October 11 that empowers girls and amplifies their voices.

Like its adult version, International Women’s Day celebrated on March 8, International Day of the Girl Child acknowledges the importance, power, and potential of adolescent girls by encouraging the opening up of more opportunities for them. 

At the same time, this day is designated to eliminate gender-based challenges that little girls face around the world, including child marriages, poor learning opportunities, violence, and discrimination.

It incorporates the Rights of the Child, 2011 recognition of Girls and 75th anniversary of Human Rights Declaration

Link to download the International Day of the Girl Child 2024 tool kit,  use the information to advocate for full participation of girls to education.  Assets to assist you with a social media campaign, speak at events, create awareness.

  pdf Download Here  (2.42 MB)

It is a  right for all girls to have access education. Therefore, it is relevant to highlight education, especially as SDG4 refers to Quality Education, which leads to Decent work and Economic Growth (SDG8)  On this years International Day of the Girl Child we specifically target Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as women are under-represented studying and working in this field.

This is of vital importance as:

• The key to a life of increased opportunity is education
• Every girl should have a key to that front door
• When she enters that door the opportunity that Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) gives is accelerated route to emerging future industries
• She becomes a beacon for future and a great role model for others

Dr Donnell Davis

SISEAP Programme Convenor