Soroptimist Vision & Mission

Soroptimist International is a worldwide volunteer service organization for business and professional women, working together to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world. Soroptimist International strives to be a global voice for women through awareness, advocacy and action with almost 95,000 members in nearly 120 countries. The organization which was founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, is committed to serving local, national and international communities, and participates in decision-making at all levels of society. The word Soroptimist is coined from the Latin words soror and optima, and loosely translated as "best for women."

Vision

Be the voluntary service organization chosen by all business and professional women committed to improving the lives of women and girls.

We will share our time, talents and financial resources to enrich our communities, Together, we will:

• improve the lives of women and girls
• help women achieve economic and political equality
• serve as a global voice for women
• provide outstanding leadership development opportunities for women
• enhance world peace and understanding

Mission and Core Purpose

To improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world.

Core Values

Soroptimist International of the Americas is committed to:

• international goodwill and understanding
• volunteer action
• leadership development
• fellowship and diversity

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