Soroptimist International now in Cebu

CEBU, Philippines - Soroptimist International (SI), a worldwide organization for women in management and professions that work through service projects to advance human rights and the status of women now has a Cebu chapter called Soroptimist International Sugbu.

The organization held its chartering and induction ceremonies last March 19. Angelita "Baby" Dy, the president and general manager of Grand Hope Travel and Tours, was inducted as the SI Sugbu Charter President.

"This will be a good opportunity to reach out to many more that need us. We all have a heart to care. Caring starts with little things that we can do. Each of these little things when put together can be powerful," Dy said in her acceptance speech during the chartering ceremonies.

 Las Piñas City Representative Cynthia Villar was invited to be the guest of honor during the chartering ceremonies but she could not make it due to previous commitments. Congresswoman Villar, however, sent a message to the members of the organization, which was read by her representative.

"Thank you very much for giving me this honor and opportunity to join this gathering of women who are actively involved in making this country a better place for Filipino women…indeed, in making the world a better place for all women. Active involvement is the key phrase, for many desired change, but only a few actually take action," said Rep. Villar in her message.

The members of SISugbo will be attending the Soroptimist International 22nd Biennial Conference, which will be held in Clark, Pampanga on May 20 to 23.

The officers and board of directors of SISugbo are Charter President Angelita "Baby" Dy; President-Elect Sheila Colmenares; Vice President Alice Queblatin; Corresponding Secretary Bernadette C. Jingco; Recording Secretary Loue Manuel; Treasurer Marisol SV. Barria; Assistant Treasurer Leslie Lim; Auditor Hazel Valmores; PRO Marlinda Angbetic-Tan; Board of Directors Rosie Gwen Po, Engracita Zabala, Hermilina P. Ditimiman, Marylou J. Piner and Emmeline Enriquez. The other members are Ma. Elena Mancao, Eleanore Tan Unjo, Lorna Montana, Ma. Jocelyn Uy, Aida Uy and Imma King.