The gender pay gap refers to the difference between the average earnings of men and women who work full-time. It is a persistent issue that affects women in every industry and at every level of seniority.
Year: 2023
Top 5 Issues Women and Girls Face in 2023
Achieving equality as a woman in the United States today is a complex subject. Despite significant progress in almost every aspect of our lives, women of all backgrounds still face challenges that are made more difficult simply because of their Read More
February is National Girls & Women in Sports Month
The month of February is designated as National Girls & Women in Sports Month in the United States. The month of celebration was established by the Women’s Sports Foundation in 1987. This year, we’re celebrating 36 years of girls and Read More
How Homelessness Affects Women and How You Can Help
Every year, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development conducts a nationwide count of individuals living without homes. This count takes place every January, one of the most brutal times of the year to be living out of Read More
Inspiring Feminist Quotes by Women
We gathered some inspiring quotes from women who have been fighting for their rights, and the rights of others, for centuries.
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
Critical Thinking: The Importance of Continuum of Care
Soroptimist clubs focus time, energy and resources in investing in the dreams of women and girls who face obstacles to their success, and empower them through access to education. This is accomplished through our two Dream Programs (the Live Your 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
That’s Not Her Real Body: How Instagram Filters Damage Girls’ Self-Esteem
Social media has a great presence in many people’s lives but is it always positive? I was around 12 years old when Instagram first launched. It was a fun and carefree platform to post funny pictures of you and your 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