Best for Women August 2026

Best for Women

Aug 6

Convention Success!

Thank you to all our speakers, talent and attendees for making our 49th Soroptimist Biennial Convention an event to remember! We are now even more energized and inspired to reach our Big Goal of investing in the dreams of half a million women and girls through access to education by 2031. Stay tuned for photos (sneak peek below!) and highlights in the September issue of Best for Women.

In case you missed our big announcement! Make sure to save the date for SIA's 50th Biennial Convention to be held in Cancun, Mexico, July 26-29, 2028. We can't wait to see you there!

Upcoming Events

Driven by Dreams Soroptimist Membership Campaign Webinar

Don’t miss out on our exciting upcoming webinar all about the new Soroptimist Membership Campaign, Driven by Dreams, taking place September 2 at 8 p.m. (ET).

It will be simultaneously interpreted in our languages and recorded, so don’t worry if you can’t attend live!

New Member Orientation

Calling all new members! Sign up for our upcoming New Member Orientation event taking place September 30 at 8 p.m. (ET). Simultaneous interpretation will be provided in our languages.

All members are welcome, but the content will be tailored to new members. If you cannot attend, there will be another orientation in January 2027.

Live Your Dream Awards Information & Updates

The Live Your Dream Awards application season is underway! The online application system opened for U.S. and Canada applicants on August 1.

Please use the updated application and reference form, and review our new AI guidance for applicants and reviewers.

US/Canada Club Chairs: Check your email for your application system invitation and complete the confidentiality agreement before accessing applications. If you haven't received your invitation, verify you're listed correctly on your club roster.

Need help? Review the Live Your Dream Awards Club Toolkit or email lydawards@soroptimist.org.

New Club Year

Meet Your Program Team

It's a new club year, and you may see some new names when you reach out! Meet the team that's here to support you:

Aira M. (she/her) – Program Specialist 1
Faith W. (they/them) – Program Specialist 1
Sarah D. (she/her) – Program Manager

Questions? Email program@soroptimist.org or lydawards@soroptimist.org for Live Your Dream Awards support.

Updated Resources

Be sure you're using the latest resources from our website:

Live Your Dream Awards Resources

Dream It, Be It Resources

Big Goal Accelerator Projects Resources

Not sure if you have the most recent version? Check the date at the bottom of the resource page.

New Customizable Logo Template

Share an identity of unity. Personalize the official Soroptimist logo with your club name while maintaining a strong, consistent brand. Download the new customizable logo template today from the Recognition & Branding Resources page.

Club Dues Payment Reminder

Thank you to the many clubs that have already paid their 2026–2027 dues! If your club has not yet paid, your invoice may have incurred a $50 late fee as of August 1. Pay by August 31 to avoid an additional $100 late fee beginning September 1. Need help? View our how-to guides or contact SIA headquarters at siahq@soroptimist.org.

Stargazer Campaign Recognition

100 Stargazers in 100 Days

Congratulations to all regions for your participation in the 100 Stargazers in 100 Days Campaign! You helped to spread the message that when we give together we are stronger. Thank you to our top three fundraising regions: Midwestern, Peaks to Plains and Sierra Pacific.

Club Roadmap and Recognition Update for 2026–2027

We're excited to share the updated Club Roadmap for Success and Club Roadmap Metric s for 2026–2027. These tools are designed to help your club focus on essential priorities, guide activities, and measure progress. Your engagement with the roadmap supports our shared mission and contributes to our success as an organization. Read more about recognition timeline changes.

SI & United Nations Updates

📚 SI Voices Blog: Civil Society at the Heart of a Sustainable Tomorrow
💻 Global Spotlight: UN General Assembly Moves to Strengthen Accountability for Climate Har m

🗓️ Save the Date: SI Convention 2027

September 29-October 1 in Prague, Czech Republic. Learn more.

Things to Know

Congratulations to clubs celebrating a milestone anniversary in August!
Ready to sign the Member and Leader Code of Conduct? Get started—it just takes a minute!
Nominations for the SIA Board of Directors are due at headquarters on or before September 15. Check your club email for nomination forms and job descriptions sent in July. Learn more.