About Soroptimism.
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Soroptimist
International.
Is a worldwide organisation for women in
management, and the professions.
Is a global voice for women
through awareness, advocacy and
action.
Is committed to service to local , national and
international communities.
Works for active participation in decision
making at all levels of society.
There are curently 95,000 members in over 3,000
clubs around the world.
- Members can attend meetings at any club in the
world
- Meet women from many different spheres, all using
their skills for others
- Participate in meetings and conferences in many
parts of the world.
Worldwide Soroptimists have .
- sponsored education
- provided finance and expertise for health
projects
- trained women and girls indeveloping
countries
- provided scholarships and fellowships
- undertaken studies in many spheres including women
and violence, environmental issues, drug and substance abuse and
AIDS.
Every 4 years we work on a special project which has a special focus.
Between 2003-2007 we are working
- to help eliminate all forms of violence against women and
girls.
- to eliminate human trafficking.
- to promote universal primary education and access to lifelong learning
for women and girls.
- to help eradicate extreme hunger for women and girls.
- to increase women's involvement in management and decision
making.
- to enhance respect for all cultures and advocate for the participation
in the peace process.
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