Every year Soroptimists around the globe support the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. This year’s theme is “Wired for Change: Tech’s Impact on Gender-Based Abuse.”

Obtaining a post-secondary degree or certification is a crucial milestone that opens doors to personal growth, career opportunities and empowerment. However, women continue to encounter numerous barriers that hinder their ability to pursue and complete higher education.

Our Dream Programs directly support five goals and 12 targets from the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Check out our progress on the targets!

During Women’s History Month, it’s so important to remember this and celebrate those courageous women. We gathered some inspiring feminist quotes from women who have made history and inspired others—check out these quotes, save them, and share them!

Check out a complete timeline history of women’s rights!

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated every year on March 8, to recognize and honor the achievements of women throughout history, and to raise awareness about gender equality and women’s rights.

Led by SI President Maureen Maguire, “Opening Doors to a Bright Future,” the 2021-2023 SI President’s Appeal (also known as the December 10th Appeal) that launched in 2021 will continue for another year. Read more!

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 and girls of Iran engaging in peaceful assembly and advocating for their fundamental human rights.

COVID has left girls feeling uncertain about the future and their place in it. Girls need extra guidance right now to get their dreams back on track—which is where Dream It, Be It can help.

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.

Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc., releases statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade

Women outpace men in both education and labor, yet still earn less money at work. Here's why.