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
News
Live Your Dream Academic Awards application open from August 15th to November 15th
Soroptimist's Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women assist women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospectsThere are no...
New Board inducted at June 5th Business Meeting
Our June business meeting included the presentation of service pins, the Soroptimist of the Year award and Board installation. The hostesses were Tanna Edwards and Karen Doherty and the theme was 'gardens'. We also heard from our guest speaker, Aloha who shared her...
DIBI – 10 year partnership with the City of Peterborough
Soroptimist International of Peterborough (SIP) and the City of Peterborough have been working together to deliver the Dream It Be It (DIBI) program for 10 years. Ellen Stewart, Youth Coordinator for the City of Peterborough, provided the following comments: The City...
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.
