A volunteer service organization for women
in business, management and the professions.
Soroptimist International strives to be a global voice for women through awareness, advocacy and action with almost 95,000 members in nearly 120 countries. The organization, which was founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, is committed to serving local, national and international communities, and participating actively in decision-making at all levels of society.
The word Soroptimist is coined from the Latin words soror and optima, and loosely translated as "best for women"
Soroptimist International members focus on "Making a Difference for Women." They do this by undertaking club projects such as providing women with basic literacy and income-generating skills; funding career development programs for teen mothers; helping minority women obtain routine medical care; and raising community awareness about domestic violence.
The gift of Soroptimist membership provides a variety of benefits including personal fulfillment, friendships all over the world, networking, leadership development, and an avenue to serve as a mentor reaching out to women at the beginning of their professional lives.
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