Global perspective on women’s lives

Gore woman Katherine Barr, who has spent the past six years living in West Africa, will be the guest speaker at an event to mark International Women’s Day.

Mrs Barr, her husband Rob and two daughters have been living in Burkina Faso and are back in New Zealand for a holiday.

Soroptimist International of Gore will host the event to celebrate women at the Gore Racecourse Food Affair Restaurant next Tuesday at 6.30pm.

Mrs Barr said life was very different in Burkina Faso to New Zealand.

"It can be particularly challenging for women and young girls."

Anyone interested in attending this dinner please contact Trish 027 367 6806 or Anne 027 311 0625 before Sunday.