Best for Women November 2023

Best for Women

Nov 3

Written By Soroptimist

Giving Hope, Giving Thanks

Season of Hope and Gratitude

SIA Executive Director/CEO MIchelle Burnett shares a special message during this season of hope and gratitude.

Get Involved this Giving Tuesday

November 28 will be here before we know it, but there’s no reason to wait. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about all the ways you and your club can participate in Giving Tuesday 2023!

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Holiday Sale Starts NOW!

Get started early on your holiday shopping with one of SIA’s biggest sales ever! You won’t want to miss these deeply discounted items—once they are out of stock, they will be discontinued. Pins, tote bags and scarves are just some of the great Soroptimist swag you can purchase for yourself, friends, members and loved ones!

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Top News from Soroptimist International

Join an International Movement: 16 Days of Activism

The 16 Days of Activism to Eliminate Violence Against Women (EVAW) is an annual international campaign calling for the elimination of violence against women and girls. The “Wired for Change: Tech’s Impact on Gender-Based Abuse” campaign runs from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to December 10 (Human Rights Day). Learn more.

Just In: New Federation Wide Impact Reports

Read up on the impact across the federations with Soroptimist International's Quadrennial and Annual reports published this year.

Special Update: New SI Board Members Announced

A very special thank you to RoseMary Reid for her outstanding service on the Soroptimist International Board of Directors. And a heartfelt congratulations to Kazuko Morita for being appointed to serve on the board for FY23/24.

Represent SI at Upcoming CSW68

Members who are interested in attending the 68th session on the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68), are invited to complete an interest survey by November 27. Please note: limited delegate spots are available to SIA members.

CSW will take place March 11-24, 2024. Reminder that all expenses for travel, hotel accommodations and other activities are at the expense of the delegate. For follow up questions concerning the process, please contact Wanda Price atwprice4121@aol.com.

Upcoming Events

Join Us for the Soroptimist Club Grant Webinar:
January 9

Did you know your club has an opportunity to receive a grant from Soroptimist? Wonder if your project qualifies or how to ensure a successful application? Good news! We'll answer all of these questions and more during SIA's upcoming webinar on January 9!

Missed a Webinar? Watch it on YouTube!

Did you know all of SIA’s webinars are posted to our YouTube channel in all languages? Tune in to learn more about how your club can effectively deliverDream It, Be It, theLive Your Dream Awards, and Big Goal Accelerator Projects!

Save the Date: Enjoy Bellevue this Convention!

Here are a few things you can do in Bellevue to fill your adventurous spirit…

Visit one of the best places in the world to experience a temperate rainforest
Breathe fire while learning the art of glass blowing
Witness the world’s most majestic creatures on a whale watching journey
Reach new heights (literally) by hiking on a volcano
View the sunrise or sunset from a hot air balloon

Will you join us? Save the date for SIA's 48th Biennial Convention in Bellevue, Washington, July 24-27, 2024. #SIAConv2024

Special Convention Message from President Bobbi

SIA Board to offer assistance for convention fee. Visit our blog to learn more.

SIA Program Updates

President's Corner

President Bobbi provides tips to increase the number ofLive Your Dream Awards your club gives next year!

New! Live Your Dream Awards Reference Update

Did you know that the Live Your Dream Awards application only requires ONE reference now? The second one is encouraged but optional! This change was made after surveying region chairs who agreed that one reference could still be sufficient for application judging, while also making the process smoother for the applicants. Be sure to use the updated application!

Beware of Artificial Intelligence

As technology continues to evolve, it both makes our lives easier and adds new challenges. If you suspect a Live Your Dream Awards essay may have been generated by artificial intelligence, look for the following signs.

Things to Know

Congratulations to clubs celebrating a milestone anniversary during the month of November!
All Soroptimist clubs holding any 501(c)(3) federal tax status are required to file annually with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) a version of Form 990. Read the blog for more information and resources!
Did you know archived issues of Best for Women are available on our blog? Check it out! You can also access this section when you click “Best for Women” at the top of the blog.
The Simply Voting electronic ballot platform for SIA Board of Directors is now open in the following Electoral Areas and regions. The ballot system closes on January 4.