Programs

50 Reasons to be Soroptimist

Community Service

To Make a Difference

WorldWide Contribution

Friendship

Networking-locally and globally

Travel

International Conventions

Environmental Issues

Advocacy of Women’s Issues

Women’s Opportunity Award

Legislative Issues

Personal Growth Potential

Women Helping Women

Rally Against Domestic Violence

Membership Transferability

Regional Conferences

Raise Awareness of Women’s Issues

Integrity of Profession

Learn Compatibility

Soroptimist Ruby Award

Soroptimist Foundation of Canada

Globally Common Issue Awareness

Education

Participation in UN Women

Promote Status of Women

Human Rights

Advocate Girls’ Issues

Promote Youth Volunteerism

Spend Leisure Time Wisely

Leadership Training/Opportunities

Take Action on Women’s Health Issues

International Goodwill

Give Back to the Community

United Nations Representation

International Understanding

Experience the Joy of Achievement

Participate in Friendship Links

Stop Human Trafficking

Be Part of A Global Voice for Women

Develop Fellowship

The Pride of Achievement

Cross-Culture Opportunities

Domestic Violence Awareness

Violet Richardson Award

Personal Development

Service to Members in Need

Live Your Dreams

International Chat Line

Achievement Through Action

Lifelong Friendships

Since 1926, Soroptimist International of Vancouver has been committed to improving the lives of women and girls locally and internationally. The name Soroptimist means “best for women.” A group of professional women, Soroptimists are women at their best helping other women to be their best.

The club has a Board of Directors and club members serve on a variety of smaller committees to achieve the goals of the club. Committees include service programs, awards, membership, publicity, fundraising, and more.

We help women and girls discover their full potentials with three signature awards:

Live Your Dream Award

Helen McCrae Award

Violet Richardson Award