Welcome to Soroptimist International of Dayton, Ohio (Midwest Region)
Soroptimist International
Our History
Since the founding of the very first Soroptimist club in Oakland, California in 1921, Soroptimist International (SI) has sought to bring about change to the lives of women and girls worldwide. Through its global network of four Federations and its dedicated volunteer membership of over 75,000, SI is driven by its mission of transforming lives through education, empowerment and by enabling opportunities. https://www.soroptimistinternational.org/about-us/history/
A Global Volunteer Movement
Soroptimist International, headquartered in Cambridge, England, has consultative status with the Economic and Social Council at the United Nations and is a recognized authority on matters that women value most. Visit the Soroptimist International website for complete information on current projects. Read Soroptimist International's blog.
Soroptimist International comprises five federations worldwide:
- Soroptimist International of the Americas
Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, United States of America - Soroptimist International of Great Britain and Ireland
Headquartered in Cheshire, England - Soroptimist International of Europe
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland - Soroptimist International of South West Pacific
Headquartered in Sydney, Australia - Soroptimist International African Federation
Headquartered in Africa
SI President
Sharon Fisher
2020-2021 Soroptimist International President
Read more about President Sharon.
December 10th Appeal
Every SI president proposes a “President's Appeal”: a project to which Soroptimists worldwide contribute during the SI president's two-year tenure. SI President-elect Maureen’s appeal is "Opening Doors to a Bright Future," which will cement Soroptimist’s commitment to education and its immense power and fundamental role as a driver for sustainable development, peace, and equality for women and girls around the globe.
To donate to the appeal, please use the financial transaction form below and submit your donation to SIA headquarters.
Opening Doors to a Bright Future
2021-2023 Soroptimist International President's Appeal
United Nations
SIA’s Dream Programs directly support many goals and targets of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We share our progress on the targets with Soroptimist International, which compiles all federations’ support of the SDGs and provides an outcomes and output report to the United Nations. Read about which specific goals and targets our Dream Programs directly support.
Soroptimist Dream Programs and the United Nations
Frequently Asked Questions about Advocacy
UN Commission on the Status of Women 2021
Friendship Links & Grants of Friendship
Friendship Link Application Form
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