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Date: 9/1/2018
Subject: GWR News Blast - Sept 2018
From: Lori Reed




September 2018
News Blast
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Thank you to all that attended the energetic and positive Leadership Training Retreat in July.  We shared a ton of ideas and created some very actionable items to help guide our growth for the future.  All of the resources created are available on the GWR website.  Click here for a quick link  2018 Leadership Training Retreat
 

It is time to register for your district’s Fall Meeting coming up in October.  Learn about the region’s strategic goals for the next 2 years and how you fit into our collective success!  For all the details and to obtain the registration form,  click here for the 2018 Fall Meetings page

 

The facts don’t lie... members are more engaged in their local clubs when they attend regional and federation meetings.  So, don’t hesitate … mark your calendars and attend your District Fall Meeting!  They are open to ALL members and are held essentially in your club’s backyard.  I hope to see you there!
 

Are you taking care of yourself?

 

As a member of Soroptimist, I know you are all about giving.  Giving of your time, your money, your expertise, and your devotion to our mission.  But are you taking care of yourself along the way?  As described in the Liveyourdream.org blog, “people who pour themselves into advocating for the less fortunate forget to prioritize their own needs.” 

 

Don’t fall prey the “burnout syndrome” that plagues both the activism and social service sectors. To paraphrase – “In order for Soroptimist to create social change, we need supporters who are resilient and able to sustain themselves over the long haul”

 
Click here for the 5 basic tips for self care:
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Deadlines

Soroptimist Celebrating Success Award Program

Did you have a really great project during the last club year (2017-2018)?  Of course you did!  That’s what Soroptimist clubs do!  Well, now it is time to share your success through the GWR Soroptimists Celebrating Success Award Program.  Entries for 2017-2018 Projects Are Now Being Accepted!

Click here for the application

 Celebrating Success Awards

 

GWR Soroptimists Celebrating Success! Award Program FAQs

  • GWR Application PERIOD:  June 1 to September 30, 2018      
    DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ENTRIES: SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
  • Eligible projects include those started or completed during the 2017-2018 club year. 
The deadline is fast approaching!  Share your club successes with all of the other clubs in the region.

September 30, 2018 – Soroptimist Celebrating Success Award entries due

 

November 15, 2018 – Live Your Dream Award applications due

 

FALL MEETING REGISTRATION DEADLINES:

Sept 25, 2018             District 3

Sept 30, 2018             District 1

Oct 1, 2018                District 4

Oct 1, 2018                District 2

 

2018 Fall Meeting Dates and Locations:

Dist

Date

Location

1

Oct 5-6

Riverside, CA

2

Oct 26-27

Palm Desert, CA

3

Oct 12-13

Kingman, AZ

4

Oct 19-20

Tucson, AZ


GOLDEN WEST REGION NEWS BLAST - September 2018
Contact Governor-elect Laurie Moses - 
LaurieM.GWR@gmail.com