SI Tunbridge Wells
@sitwd.bsky.social
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. https://sigbi.org/tunbridge-wells/
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SI Tunbridge Wells
@sitwd.bsky.social
· Nov 25
Join us for the #16DaysOfActivism against Gender-based Violence - every day from 25 Nov to 10 Dec we are sharing a different fact.
Do you want to make a change in your local community? See our website for a call to action!
Come and see our display at The Amelia Scott!
sigbi.org/tunbridge-we...
Do you want to make a change in your local community? See our website for a call to action!
Come and see our display at The Amelia Scott!
sigbi.org/tunbridge-we...
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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
December 10, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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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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.
“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.
December 10, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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.
“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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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
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
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.
www.ons.gov.uk
December 10, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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
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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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
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
December 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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
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
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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
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
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
womensaid.org.uk
December 9, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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
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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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
December 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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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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
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
December 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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
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
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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
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
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...
lordslibrary.parliament.uk
December 8, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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
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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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
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
December 6, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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
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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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
December 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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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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
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
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.
www.unwomenuk.org
December 7, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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
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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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
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.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ohg7bxn57ffgeqyy2lgqkmyo/bafkreigrz5gfignxzkpvtzhkuqdytbewjnrjvyja7qxvrkoh4p62femjba@jpeg)
December 5, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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
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
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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
December 6, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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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6th December:
Every 3 days a woman is killed by a man in the UK.
www.femicidecensus.org/men-still-ki...
#16DaysOfActivism
#StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
Every 3 days a woman is killed by a man in the UK.
www.femicidecensus.org/men-still-ki...
#16DaysOfActivism
#StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
Men still killing one woman every three days in UK – It is time for “Deeds not Words” – Femicide Census
www.femicidecensus.org
December 6, 2025 at 12:05 PM
6th December:
Every 3 days a woman is killed by a man in the UK.
www.femicidecensus.org/men-still-ki...
#16DaysOfActivism
#StandingUpForWomenAndGirls
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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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
December 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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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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
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
www.womensaid.org.uk
December 5, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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
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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#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.
December 3, 2025 at 4:53 PM
#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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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
December 4, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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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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
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
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...
womensaid.org.uk
December 4, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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
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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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
December 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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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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
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
Statistics on so called 'honour-based' abuse offences, England and Wales, year ending March 2024
www.gov.uk
December 3, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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
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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🇨🇳#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.
December 1, 2025 at 2:16 PM
🇨🇳#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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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
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
December 1, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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
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