WHO WE ARE
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 meaning, “best for women”. Today, we have over 25,000 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.
Our mission, as part of Soroptimist International of the Americas, is to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment.
We seek to help women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.
Core Values
We believe women and girls are entitled to…………
Gender Equality - living free from discrimination.
Empowerment - be free to act in their own best interest.
Education - lead full and productive lives through access to education.
Diversity & Fellowship - work together, coming from varied backgrounds and perspective, to improve the lives of women and girls.
We work to provide - a sustainable impact on the lives of women and girls.
Soroptimist Pledge
I pledge allegiance to Soroptimist and to the ideals for which it stands: The sincerity of friendship, the joy of achievement, the dignity of service, the integrity of profession, the love of country. I will put forth my greatest effort to promote, uphold and defend these ideals, for a larger fellowship in home, in society, in business....for country and for God.
