Soroptimist International of Greenville

Improving the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world

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Why should I become a Soroptimist?
  • Because you like the "Think Globally, Act Locally" philosophy of Soroptimist
  • Because you want to participate with others in service to the community
  • Because you want to build friendships with remarkable women, locally and around the world
  • Because you want to develop your leadership skills by accepting positions of responsibility in the club

Benefits of Soroptimist membership include:


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, 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 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.
Services
Joining Soroptimist provides a subscription to Soroptimist International of the Americas' award-winning magazine; access to Soroptimist's members-only web site; and additional benefits such as several insurance options (United States only) and a low interest credit card (United States only).


 

50 Reasons to Join Soroptimist

 
 

Community Service
To Make a Difference
WorldWide contributions
Friendship
Networking-locally and globally
Travel
International conventions
Environmental issues
Advocacy of women's issues
Women's Opportunity Award
Legislative issues
Personal growth potential
Women Helping Women
Rally against domestic violence
Membership transfer-ability
Regional conferences
Raise awareness of women's issues
Integrity of profession
Learn compatibility
To accept "The Gift"
District meetings
Globally common issues awareness
Education
Participation in UNIFEM
Promote status of women

Human rights
Advocate children's issues
Promote youth forums
Spend leisure time wisely
Leadership Training
Take action on women's health issues
International goodwill
Give back to the community
United Nations representation
International understanding
Experience the joy of achievement
Participate in Friendship Links
Accentuate the love of country
Be part of a global voice for women
Develop fellowship
The joy of achievement
Cross-cultural opportunities
Domestic violence awareness
Youth Citizenship Award /Violet Richardson Award
Personality development
Service to members in need
Participation in UNICEF
Leadership opportunities
Achievement through action
Lifelong friendships

 Tell Us What Your Reason Is…

 


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