Who We Are
Soroptimist is an international women’s organization whose members work to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to economic and social empowerment.
Approximately 66,000 Soroptimists in 120 countries and territories contribute time and financial support to community-based and international projects that benefit women and girls.
As a recognized NGO with a seat at the UN, Soroptimist provides critical leadership and a voice to issues affecting women/girls on a global scale.
Why Soroptimist
Friendship and more friendship!
Active/Engaged members-SI Peterborough
“Giving Back” at home & abroad
Inspiring women to live their dreams!
Commitment to women/girl issues
Travel / International Welcome
Awareness, Advocacy, Action
Together, we make a difference!
Soroptimist Links
Soroptimist International has five Federations, which in turn house regions/unions/districts and/or clubs.
Soroptimist International www.soroptimistinternational.org
Soroptimist International of the Americas: www.soroptimist.org
Live Your Dream Campaign: www.liveyourdream.org
Soroptimist of Eastern Canada Region: www.ecsoroptimist.org
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News
Spring Conference 2024
HIghllghts from the Eastern Canada Region (ECR) Spring Conference 2024 (April 26-28) included presentations by SIA Director Melanie Kenny, Soroptimist Foundation of Canada Board Member Wendy Templeton, Yiilka Bojku on the topic of Artificial Intelligence and the...
Club Giving 2024 Award
This badge represents SI Peterborough's commitment to the global advancement of women and girls. The recognition is awarded annually by Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA) for providing financial support to our Federation.
Awards Dinner 2024
On April 3rd, we celebrated our 2024 Live Your Dream, Trent University and Fleming College award winners. Thanks to Mina, Soundarya, Kelsey, Bailey, Lauren and your families/friends for attending our Awards dinner. Your stories remind us of how much financial...
Soroptimissive Newsletter March 2024
Our newsletter is back! The "Soroptimissive" newsletter, March 2024 edition has arrived. The Public Awareness Committee has re-launched our club newsletter. Thanks to Tanna Edwards and Catalina Malin for their creative talents in producing Issue #1. For all of our...
International Women’s Day 2024
JOIN US AND OTHER COMMUNITY PARTNERS ON MARCH 8TH. 12:00 - 1:00 Rally downtown Peterborough 5:00 - 7:30 Stories from our Grandmothers at the Peterborough Public Library For more information:...
