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.
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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
OUR LIVE YOUR DREAM AWARD APPLICATION IS OPEN – APPLY BY NOVEMBER 15TH
News
Celebrating our 80th Anniversary
THE EVENT The Soroptimist International Peterborough, past Presidents, formed the 80th Anniversary planning committee. Catalina Malin was the Chair of the Committee. Members, friends, partners and the community were invited to the celebration which was held on...
Parisian Cafe Fundraising Event
PARISIAN CAFE FUNDRAISING EVENT In August of 2025 a small group of SIP volunteers held a Parisian Cafe event. The venue was provided by Elizabeth, a member of SI Peterborough (SIP). The team raised over $1000 which will be used to support our signature programs (Live...
2025-26 Board of Directors
The 2025-26 Board of Directors held a celebration dinner and meeting on July 3rd. Members are: President Tanya Fusco, President-Elect Maggie James, Treasurer Irene James, Co-Treasurer Julie Coleman, Secretary Linda Skilton and Directors, Linda McElroy, Cathi Riehle,...
OUR 2025 AWARD RECIPIENTS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED
On Wednesday May 7th, Soroptimist International of Peterborough held our academic awards dinner. Each year, we present our Live Your Dream Awards to women who have overcome obstacles and are full time post-secondary students, with dependants. We also give $2000....
Live Your Dream Award Winners are going places!
Kelsey, our 2024 1st place Live Your Dream (LYD) award winner, is flying high. Kesley received the LYD award in April 2024. She is attending the Canada First Peoples Flight Technology program at Canadore College and is studying aviation to become a commercial pilot....
