Best for Women October 2022
Violet Richardson Month of Giving
On October 3, 1921, the very first Soroptimist club was founded. It was a day when women pioneers, led by President Violet Richardson, united in their purpose to create an organization committed to improving the lives of women and girls. 101 years later, we are celebrating President Violet’s incredible legacy—that Soroptimists like you continue to build upon—with the first annual Violet Richardson Month of Giving!
October Days of Action
International Day of the Girl: Call for Soroptimists to Participate
October 11 is International Day of the Girl. This year, Soroptimists can help bring greater awareness to challenges still facing many girls and the importance of providing education.
UN Day
October 24 commemorates the day the United Nations formed to join countries around a common cause of peace, prosperity, and positive change—similar to Soroptimist’s founding mission. See how Soroptimist helps elevate the UN’s goals.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Go Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
Purple Thursday is a national day of action during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Join us on October 20, as we wear purple to show our commitment to helping survivors of domestic violence through our Dream Programs.
Domestic Violence Awareness Pledge
Take the pledge to end violence against women and discover 5 ways you can support survivors of domestic violence this October through LiveYourDream.org.
Lighting the Way for Survivors
“At the time it was so dark. The Live Your Dream Award came as the light inside the tunnel—before I was able to see the light at the end of the tunnel.” – Mai, 2019 Live Your Dream Awards Recipient
Our programs help women like Mai get the resources they need. Read her story.
New Club Year, New Program Details!
Congratulations! Our global impact in FY21/22 was remarkable. We are incredibly proud to announce that over $2.8 million in Live Your Dream Awards were disbursed, with 1,891 women receiving an award. With the new fiscal year upon us, please take the time to read these important updates for our programs.
Things to Know
Read our new FY2022-2023 Key Messages, intended to help you understand and speak confidently about the direction our organization is heading.
Check out the FY22/23 Strategic Plan, which highlights our vision, mission core values and strategic outcomes.
Did you miss last month's issue of Best for Women? Visit our blog to get the scoop.
Congratulations to clubs celebrating a milestone anniversary during the month of October!
Club Giving
Support the Big Goal and extend your clubs reach beyond your local community when you participate in Club Giving.
Gold “S” Pendant Necklace
Check out this colorful, unique necklace featuring a gold "S" pendant (item #115)!
Dream Big Campaign
Have questions about the Dream Big Campaign? We've got you covered with our in-depth FAQ's!
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