Membership
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?
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.