When women help other women, amazing things happen! For more than 100 years, our clubs and members have worked together through our programs to create lasting impact for women and girls around the world.
Become a Soroptimist if You...
Believe every woman and girl deserves education and opportunity.
Enjoy giving back to your community and creating meaningful impact.
Love the idea of combining service, friendship, and leadership.
Seek learning and global connection.
Feel inspired by uplifting other women and celebrating their success.
Want to turn passion into purpose—while having fun along the way!
If you are interested in applying for an award, the Live Your Dream Awards application is open from August 1 to November 15. Learn more here.
How Can I Join Soroptimist?
Joining is simple. Fill out our interest form, and we'll connect you with a local Soroptimist club*! A club member will then reach out with next steps and, if it’s a good fit, extend an invitation to join. Once you accept, you’re officially a Soroptimist!
*If there are no clubs nearby, you can explore chartering a new club—email siahq@soroptimist.org to learn more.
It is incredible being part of such a life-changing organization like Soroptimist! Not only do we get to empower young women and girls in our communities, but we also are enhancing the lives of our own members in our club!
—Elizabeth Mehlbrech, Current Soroptimist Member
Commonly Asked Questions
Who can join Soroptimist?
Membership is open to anyone—of any gender—who shares our mission and values, and lives in one of our federation countries or territories.
Where is Soroptimist located?
Soroptimist International of the Americas has clubs in over a dozen countries across North America, Latin America and the Pacific Rim. Other Soroptimist federations operate in other parts of the globe as well.
Is Soroptimist a political or religious organization?
While we advocate for women, Soroptimist is not a political or religious organization.
What does Soroptimist mean?
The name “Soroptimist” comes from the Latin words soror (sister) and optima (best), meaning “best for women.”
How much does a Soroptimist membership cost?
Annual dues vary by club and region, but members can expect to pay around $100-150 per year on average. The club year runs from July 1 to June 30, with dues typically due on July 1. New members joining between January 1 and June 30 pay a reduced SIA rate. For exact amounts, your local club can provide a full breakdown when you inquire about joining.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Still Deciding?
If you’re not quite ready to join, we’d love to keep in touch. Sign up for occasional updates and stories of impact from Soroptimist clubs around the world.
A partnership with Soroptimist is an opportunity to work together to empower women and girls everywhere to live their dreams. There are a variety of opportunities!
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