The annual meeting was held at the Briars Hotel, Kidderminster, when members were reminded of the club's activities during the past year.

These included social and fund-raising events which enabled donations to be made to national and international projects.

Support for the Wyre Forest organisations of the SEC art group and Women's Refuge Centre have continued, as have the annual awards presented to the three special schools in the area.

A highlight for four members, was a trip to the 2002 International Conference, held in Glasgow in the autumn. The weekend included speakers such as Tim Smit, creator of the Eden Project, and there were 1,800 women present, from countries as diverse as Northern Ireland and Sri Lanka.

Denise Berry took over the role of president, from Ronnia Mantle.

Mrs Berry's theme will be Service - one of the ethics of Soroptimist International.

For more details call secretary Stephanie Ainsley, on 01562 632889.