Best for Women April 2024

Best for Women

Apr 5

Keynote Speakers

Gain tools to leverage teamwork and conquer your greatest challenges with Robyn Benincasa. And learn to embrace your inclusive leadership potential with Sandra Garcia.Learn more.

Learning Opportunities

Discover a range of diverse workshops designed to enhance your skills and growth. Many workshops are repeated to ensure you receive a variety of learning opportunities.

Special Events

Opening Friendship General Session and Reception: Kick-off convention in your local cultural attire and enjoy live entertainment, greetings from our leaders and the Salute to Nations flag ceremony.
Denim and Diamonds Dance Party: Get the party started and hit the dance floor while a DJ spins fun tunes.
Volunteer Recognition Closing Gala: Satellite party or in person, shine bright in your formal attire for dinner, live entertainment and a celebration dedicated to honoring members.

Activities

Morning Walks: Start your mornings with a group walk at the local park. Wear your “Walk for Women” shirt if you have one!
Local Service Project: Contribute school supplies for local girls.
Writing Our Wishes: Share wisdom and encouragement for Live Your Dream Awards and Dream It, Be It participants.
Shop: Purchase exclusive merchandise and souvenirs at SIA’s onsite store.
Zumba®: Due to popular demand, we just opened up 150 additional spots.

Airline Discounts

Book your flight with SIA's special rates.

Hotel

As of March 21, SIA’s room block at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle’s Eastside is sold out. View alternative hotels.

Region Conference Season is Here!

100 Stargazers, 100 Days

We invite you to join this Region Conference Fundraising Challenge and the 900+ Stargazer monthly donors by supporting our Big Goal of investing in the dreams of a half million women and girls by 2031!

Share Your Photos!

Make sure to share photos and favorite highlights from your region conference with us using the hashtag #SIARegionConference2024. Then look for region conference highlights on the SIA blog throughout region conference season.

Upcoming Events

Get Ready to Improve Your Leadership Skills!

Registration is open for the virtual Leadership Round Table June 11-12. View the agenda and register now!

Celebrate Volunteer Week

Volunteer Week is coming! The week is an opportunity to recognize our members who go above and beyond every day for the women and girls we serve. Look for a special email the week of April 21-27 and check out our social channels where we will be celebrating our members!

Best in Federation Club Awards: Philanthropy Spotlight

Congratulations to SI/Batangas Downtown (Philippines Region) who recently achieved the Best in Federation Club Award for Philanthropy! Read more about their impactful work.

Thank You for Empowering Women and Girls: Walk for Women Recap!

Your dedication to empowering women and girls echoes beyond the month of March. Together, we are making strides towards a more equitable world. Thank you for being a changemaker and for supporting #LYDWalkforWomen.Learn more.

SIA Survey Series: Gift Card Winners

Congratulations to the two lucky members who won gift cards for participating in our SIA Survey Series—Christina A. from SI/City of Commerce, CA (Camino Real Region) and Elizabeth C. from SI/Blythe, CA (Golden West Region)! And thank you to everyone who participated. Your feedback is invaluable!

SIA #TechTalks

Sign up to be the first to hear how tech is taking your member experience to the next level!

Q: Why will all members need an email address to access the new member portal?
A: Currently, members use a six-digit Member ID Number (ex: 110987) to access the members only web portal. Starting in June, we will no longer require a Member ID Number.

All members will need a unique, valid email address to securely access the NEW! Soroptimist Member Portal. Learn more!

Powered by the Dream Big Campaign—Thank you donors for investing in SIA’s sustainability.

SI & UN News

CSW Changing the World for Women

SIA was thrilled to participate in the 68th Annual Commission on the Status of Women.Learn more.

2024-2025 President

Meet 2024-2025 SI President Siew Yong Gnanalingam. Siew Yong champions the campaigns 'Save Mother Earth, Save the Future' and 'No War, Only Peace,' aiming to address climate change, violence and inequality for a brighter and safer future for women and girls globally.Learn more.

2026-2027 President

Congratulations to Renata Trottman Probst, who has been elected as the next SI President for the term 2026-2027!Learn more.

Things to Know

Congratulations to clubs celebrating a milestone anniversary during the month of April!
Be sure to share your accomplishments and report your club’s Big Goal Accelerator Projects by June 30! Not sure if your project is eligible? Consult our What Counts handout or email program@soroptimist.org.
The Dream It, Be It reporting deadline is June 30. Please be sure to report your hard work so it can be counted toward the Big Goal progress!
The ballot to elect SIA’s 2024-2025 President-elect is now open through May 2. Links to the electronic ballot were sent to clubs in good standing. Resumes and videos for both candidates can be found here.
If you missed SIA’s CSW parallel event or would like to view it again, watch it here.