Best for Women July 2026

Best for Women

Jul 2

Convention is Here!

The countdown is on!

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we get closer to convention.

For those attending, be sure to check our “Know Before You Go" Convention Guide on the blog. It’s your go-to resource for everything you need to know—from what to expect and what to pack to travel tips and can’t-miss convention highlights.

Plus, get ready for our first-ever convention app! This handy resource will keep you connected throughout the event with schedules, maps, games, and more.

A special thank you to our top convention sponsors for their dedication, commitment and generosity at the highest giving levels:

Ohran Choe
Taehee Hong
Jin Sun Kim
Youngwha Kim

We look forward to seeing you in Korea soon!

Recap: 2026 Leadership Round Table (LRT)

Thank You to Leaders and Attendees

Thank you to all the leaders who joined us for the 2026 Leadership Round Table! Attendees gained insights from keynote speaker Lisa Arendell, The Connection Coach, on leading across generations, cultures and change.

Participants also explored the Member and Leader Code of Conduct Process, the roles of secretaries and treasurers, and strategies for strengthening clubs and regions through engagement.

Thank you to everyone who helped make LRT a valuable learning experience! If you participated, we’d love to hear from you—please take a moment to complete our short survey and share your feedback. Mark your calendars for next year’s LRT on June 22, 2027!

Congratulations to the Japan Minami Region for meeting their registration goal and winning the Leadership Challenge!

Driven by Dreams

Save the Date!

Whether you’re joining us at convention in Korea or cheering from home, you won’t want to miss the launch of Soroptimist’s new membership campaign: Driven by Dreams.

Join us on September 2 at 8:00 p.m. (ET) for an inspiring virtual event introducing this exciting new campaign. The event will be simultaneously interpreted in our languages and recorded, so you can experience the excitement even if you can’t attend live!

Changes to Mandatory Club Convention Fee

We heard the feedback many of you shared regarding the price of the Mandatory Convention Club Fee, and the board has approved changes to the Mandatory Convention Club Fee that should greatly alleviate the financial burden on clubs, as well as changes to the General Business Meeting itself.

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Preparing for Live Your Dream Awards Season 🌟

The next Live Your Dream Awards season is approaching! Now is the time to start r ecruiting applicants and preparing your club to support women in your community.

Remember to use the most recently updated application and reference form when sharing information.

Also, take a moment to check your club roster and confirm the correct person is listed as your Live Your Dream Awards club chair so important updates reach the right person. Contact your club president, treasurer, or administrator to make updates through the online portal.

SI & United Nations Updates

92nd Federation Conference

Soroptimist International of Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) Ltd is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the 92nd Federation Conference, taking place October 30-31, 2026, at the Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa in Cardiff, UK.

The registration deadline is October 11. Learn more and register.

Soroptimist International (SI) in Geneva 2026

This month, SI will be represented in Geneva across major global spaces shaping the future of artificial intelligence, digital cooperation and technology governance. Learn more.

Things to Know

Congratulations to clubs celebrating a milestone anniversary in July!
Signing is now open for our Code of Conduct! Sign or head over to our blog post to learn more.
Thank you to all clubs who reported Dream It, Be It and Big Goal Accelerator Projects! Both reporting forms will be closed for the month of July while we review reports and make updates to the reporting forms. If you conduct a project in July, please report when the form reopens on August 1.
A round of applause for the clubs that reached 100% participation in Founders Pennies in 2024-2025! This Soroptimist tradition celebrates our founders while supporting SIA’s Dream Programs. Thank you for ensuring every member was represented and for showing how small contributions can make a big impact for women and girls.
The Dues Portal is now open! It’s time to renew your membership for the upcoming club year.