Soroptimist is a global women’s organization whose members volunteer to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. The Dream Programs of Soroptimist ensure women and girls have access to the education and training they need to reach their full potential and live their dreams. Soroptimist is committed to investing in programs that have a sustainable, measurable change for women and girls.

About Us

Women at their best, working to help other women to be their best

Soroptimist was formed in 1921 in Oakland, California, at a time when women were not permitted to join service organizations. Our name, loosely translated from the Latin, means best for women.
In Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA), we have about 30,000 members and supporters in countries across North America, Latin America and the Pacific Rim. We are one of five federations that make up Soroptimist International, which has clubs in more than 120 countries throughout the world.

Soroptimist International comprises five federations worldwide:

• Soroptimist International of the Americas
  Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, United States of America
  
  
• Soroptimist International of Great Britain and Ireland
  Headquartered in Cheshire, England
• Soroptimist International of Europe
  Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland
• Soroptimist International of South West Pacific
  Headquartered in Sydney, Australia
• Soroptimist International African Federation
  Headquartered in Africa
  
  
  
  

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