When the U.S. was first established, a woman was considered a man’s property. It took decades of persistent work and sacrifice by women’s rights activists to change that.
Category: Activism
February 11 is International Day of Women and Girls in Science
“On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, let’s reiterate this fundamental message: women need science, and science needs women. Only by tapping into all sources of knowledge, all sources of talent, can we unlock the full potential Read More
15 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month 2023
Every year the U.S. recognizes March as Women’s History Month, and here at LiveYourDream.org we’re already making plans to celebrate. Wondering how you can celebrate Women’s History Month 2023? We’ve got you covered with 15 excellent ideas. 1. Explore the Read More
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
For many romantics, February means sweethearts, candy, and Valentine’s. However, did you know that February is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month? It’s a time to reflect on what a healthy and loving relationship looks like while raising awareness about Read More
A Survivor Story
January 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Natalia emerged as a strong and confident woman even after a brutal childhood. Her mother was addicted to drugs, which made the family’s living situation unstable. She and her mother and brother Read More
New Year Wishes for Women and Girls
With the new year comes new possibilities. We asked our supporters and followers on social media to share their wishes for women and girls in the new year. Here is what they had to say!
Soroptimist International Statement: The Rights of Women and Girls
As a global organization committed to gender equality and to helping women and girls achieve economic empowerment through education, Soroptimist of the Americas fully supports the statement released by Soroptimist International. Together we stand in solidarity with the courageous women Read More
The Impact of Dream It, Be It Programs
The Impact Since the launch of the Dream It, Be It program in 2014, over 98,000 girls have participated in programs across 15 countries. In 2021-2022 alone, our volunteers hosted 269 projects that reached 11,667 girls across the 17,758 volunteer Read More
Celebrate UN Day on October 24
October 24 commemorates the day the United Nations formed to join countries around a common cause of peace, prosperity, and positive change—similar to Soroptimist’s founding mission. See how Soroptimist/LiveYourDream.org helps elevate the UN’s goals.
Go Purple on October 20
Purple Thursday is a national day of action during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Individuals across the nation will wear purple on Thursday, October 20, to show survivors that there is a community of support surrounding them and fighting for them.