A BIT ABOUT US

Soroptimist International of Pittsburg is a part of an international organization of business and professional women who provide volunteer service to their communities in order to improve the lives of women and girls in their local communities and throughout the world.

Soroptimist International has approximately 95,000 members in roughly 120 countries and territories across the globe.

The organization's major service project is the Women's Opportunity Award, which assists women by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and job prospects.

THE BENEFITS OF BEING A SOROPTIMIST MEMBER:

FULFILLMENT

Working on projects that improve the lives of women and girls leads to personal satisfaction and recognition from the community.

FRIENDSHIP

Cultivating relationships with other women who have similar interests and values are a central aspect of Soroptimist membership.

NETWORKING

Associating with other women representing a variety of professions facilitates valuable business contacts.

LEADERSHIP

Developing skills at the club level results in enhanced professional capabilities as well as leadership opportunities at all levels of the organization.

DIVERSITY

Meeting and learning about women from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and participating in projects that address the needs of women throughout the world, contributes to world peace and understanding.