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.
Almost 95,000 Soroptimists in about 127 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 four Federations, which in turn house regions/unions/districts and/or clubs.
Soroptimist International www.soroptimistinternational.org Soroptimist International of the Americas: www.soroptimist.orgLive Your Dream Campaign: www.liveyourdream.org
Soroptimist of Eastern Canada Region: www.ecsoroptimist.org
Trent and Fleming AWARDS Deadline February 28th, 2019.
News
Partnership with Kawartha Bingo Sponsors Association Inc. at Delta Bingo Peterborough announced Posted Feb 06, 2019 By Public Awareness(1)
Soroptimist International has partnered with Kawartha Bingo Sponsors Association Inc. at Delta Bingo and Gaming Centre. All proceeds will go to our signature programs; Live
Wine and Cheese Fundraising event a success! Posted Dec 20, 2018 By Public Awareness(1)
This year, SI Peterborough created fundraising teams – 10 teams for 1 cause. The goal is to raise at least $2000. to support our programs.
Dream It Be It Program launched in November Posted Nov 13, 2018 By Public Awareness(1)
Our Dream It Be It (DIBI) program has grown in numbers. This week the girls created Dream Posters. #DIBI is one of the Soroptimist International of the Americas signature
ECR Fall Meeting photos & documents Posted Oct 23, 2018 By Public Awareness(1)
Photo below courtesy of Rosemary Ganley. Click on the link below for Governor Tanna’s presentation Tanna’s presentation FAM 2018
Events
Feb
23
Coldest Night of the Year 2019
Time: 5:00
Location: Peterborough downtown
Mar
06
March Business Meeting
Time: 6:00
Location: Peterborough Golf & Country Club
Apr
03
April Business Meeting
Time: 6:00
Location: Peterborough Golf & Country Club
Apr
28
Fashion Show 2019
Time: 1:30 - 4:00
Location: Royal Gardens, Peterborough
May
01
May Business Meeting
Time: 6:00
Location: Peterborough Golf & Country Club
May
03
Spring Conference – Eastern Canada Region
Time: 6:00
Location: Celebrations, Lindsay Ontario
