Best for Women February 2025

Best for Women

Feb 10

Get Ready to Walk for Women!

Soroptimist’s second annual Walk for Women kicks off March 1, but now’s the time to start planning!

The Walk for Women Toolkit is your go-to resource for organizing an impactful event. It’s filled with tips and tools to help you plan a local group walk, start a peer-to-peer fundraiser or host a community outreach event. Once you’re moving, share your “#WhyIWalk” on social media to inspire others and spread the word about Soroptimist’s mission.

Be sure to visit the Walk for Women website for more campaign details, including purchasing a limited-edition event t-shirt. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and let’s make every step count for women and girls everywhere!

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Upcoming Events

SIA is once again hosting a virtual tea party for International Women's Day. This year is more than just a celebration—it’s a global movement! The party will also serve as a virtual parallel event as part of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women's Non-Governmental Organization forum and will feature simultaneous interpretation in all our languages.

Leadership Development Opportunities: Save the Date!

Mark your calendars for two exciting ways to elevate your leadership skills! Learn more about our virtual Leadership Round Table and Soroptimist Leadership Fellows Program. Watch your inboxes for an invitation and plan on joining us to enhance your skills!

SIA Photo Contest

The SIA photo contest is officially underway! Submit your best photos showcasing our mission in action and the incredible work empowering women and girls. Entries are open now through April 30, and prizes will be awarded to the top three submissions. Don’t miss your chance to participate! Learn more

Teen Dating Violence Month

For many romantics, February means sweethearts, candy and Valentine’s. But did you know it is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month? It’s a time to reflect on what makes a healthy and loving relationship, while raising awareness about teen dating violence and working toward a solution. Check out our latest blog for tips on how to raise awareness.

SI & United Nations Updates

SI Director of Advocacy

Berthe De Vos-Neven has been appointed as Soroptimist International's Director of Advocacy (SIDA) for the 2026-2027 biennium. Learn more about Berthe, her new role and vision for the future.

New Soroptimist International Foundation Projects

SI recently observed and celebrated the first Soroptimist International Foundation Day. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the incredible work being done to empower women and girls worldwide. Watch a message from SI President Siew Yong Gnanalingam.

#TechTalks Updates

Featured Learning Lab: How to access open invoices online

Reminder: The member portal is only open to club presidents, treasurers and admins as we move through the new dues renewal process. Don’t forget, you can still access member resources from the website anytime!

We are kicking off 2025 with enhancements to the member portal experience for club admins responsible for managing club business online.

This month, we added a new section to the club profile to highlight open invoices to allow for an easier payment flow. This development is in response to club leaders who needed to do two things: (1) Access previously generated invoices to pay online at any time and (2) Add and pay for new members outside the overall master dues invoice. Check out your #TechTalks training resources to see how to access open invoices online.

We hope this solution offers more flexibility and autonomy for club leaders managing their club roster and billing process. Clubs can email siahq@soroptimist.org with questions at any time. Support call feedback is directly informing our enhancement strategy. We are in this together and here for you, always!

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Things to Know

Congratulations to clubs celebrating a milestone anniversary in February!

We wish you a Happy Lunar New Year!

Does your club need financial support for your Big Goal-focused projects? The deadline for Soroptimist Club Grant applications is March 1. View the application and prepare here. Email program@soroptimist.org with questions.

Don't forget to share your accomplishments and report your club’s Big Goal Accelerator Projects! Consult our What Counts handout to ensure your project is eligible or email program@soroptimist.org for more information.

The Dream It, Be It reporting deadline is June 30 but it’s never too early to report your project. Report your hard work so it can count toward our Big Goal progress!

Tax season is fast approaching! United States members, get the documentation you need to file your 2024 tax return.
Important reminder: Please send all mailed payments to Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc., PO Box 95000 – 2553, Philadelphia, PA 19195-0001.
If you missed our Planned Giving webinar or want to view it again, watch it here.