Soroptimist is a volunteer service organisation for women
in business, management and the professions who contribute
time and financial support to community based projects benefiting women.
If you enjoy an atmosphere of support, friendship
and fun the joining Soroptimist may be right for you.

What is SOROPTIMIST?

No it is not Optimist.
Our name comes from Soror
and Optima the Best for Women.
Our slogan is: Best for Women.

Who are we?

We are not just another Service Club, but the largest international
organisation for women in management and the professions, working
together through service projects to advance the human rights and the
status of women. We are 100,000 members in 120 countries, with a
representation as a Non Governmental Organisation at the
United Nations, in Geneva, Vienna, Paris and New York.

What is in it for me?

Membership in a Soroptimist club is very fulfilling,
with benefits as diverse as the members themselves.
Soroptimist membership offers personal growth,
leadership skills and association with other respected
community professional women.

Fulfillment.

Working on projects that improves the lives of others leads to
personal satisfaction and recognition from the community.

Friendship.

Cultivating relationships with other women who have similar
interests and values is a central apect 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 thoughout the globe
contributes to world peace and understanding.

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 at all levels of the organisation.

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 organised programs
and professionally developed resources frees members from
administrative constraints on providing volunteer service.

Where can I get more information?

Our contact information is listed below and we would be pleased to hear from you if you would like more information or would like to join us.