Membership offers the opportunity to work with like-minded women throughout the world for human rights for all, equality, development and peace.

What members say:

"As a Soroptimist, I feel I'm an active part of the global community of women"

"The women in my club are my best friends. We laugh, cry and experience our lives together."

"As a Soroptimist I feel that distant places like Kenya or Russia suddenly aren't so far away and different"

Should I Become a Soroptimist?

Let me ask you a few questions:

  • When you think of yourself as a woman, do you group yourself with just your culture, religion or race? Or do you see yourself as part of all women everywhere and from all backgrounds?
  • Are you a professional women who wishes to improve the lives of women and girls in an atmosphere of support, friendship and fun?
  • Are you looking to volunteer and make a difference in your community and the world at large?

Soroptimist is an international organization. Almost 100,000 Soroptimists in about 120 countries and territories contribute time and financial support to community-based and international projects benefiting women and girls.

Some benefits of membership:

  • Fulfillment - Working on projects that improve the lives of women and girls leads to personal satisfaction and recognition from the community.
  • Friendship - Cultivating relationships with other women who have similar interests and values is a central aspect of Soroptimist membership.
  • Diversity - Meeting and learning about women from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and participating in projects that address the needs of women throughout the globe.
  • Networking - Associating with other women representing a variety of professions facilitates valuable business contacts.
  • Leadership - Developing skills at the club level results in enhanced professional capabilities as well as leadership opportunities at all levels of the organization.
  • Mentoring - Reaching out to women at the beginning of their professional lives provides an avenue for Soroptimist members to serve as mentors.
  • Convenience - Belonging to an association with organized programs and professionally developed resources frees members from administrative constraints, while enabling them to concentrate on providing volunteer service.