Women’s History Month is a great time to bond with your daughter. It’s a time of reflection and learning, but starting those conversations might seem challenging. Use these ideas as inspiration to talk to your daughter about women’s history and Read More
5 Signs of an Abusive Relationship
We think it won’t happen to us. We’re too smart, too strong, too loved to end up in an abusive relationship. But 30% of women have been physically abused* while 48.4% have been mentally or emotionally mistreated.** And that includes Read More
The Relationship Between the United Nations and Soroptimist
“Women’s economic empowerment is at the heart of the 2030 Agenda. We will not achieve the Sustainable Development Goals if there is no accelerated action to empower women economically. We know that women’s participation in all spheres of life, including Read More
Equal Pay Day – What Causes the Gender Pay Gap?
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.
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