
About Us
Women at their best, working to help other women to be their best
Soroptimist was formed in 1921 in Oakland, California, at a time when women were not permitted to join service organizations. Our name, loosely translated from the Latin, means Best for Women. Today, we have about 160,000 members and supporters in 21 countries and territories. Soroptimist International of the Americas is one of five federations that make up Soroptimist International, which has clubs in more than 120 countries throughout the world.Our Team

Co-Presidents
Cathy Brown Karen Koch
Secretary
Marie Newton
Treasurers
Janice Heronma Brenda Langford
Membership Directors
Rose Mary Jameson Christine Duranceau
Service Director
Mary Kay Berlier
Public Awareness Directors
Becky Goebel Susan Browne Rosenberg
Fundraising Directors
Jacquie Gunning Donna Williams Leanna Petitt
Past President Director
Doris Churry

Golden West Region

Golden West Region

Golden West Region

Penny Babb, President
Soroptimist International of the Americas
Soroptimist International of the Americas
Our Impact
Our years of experience working with women and girls has taught us that education is the key to unlocking economic empowerment of the world’s women and girls. When women and girls are educated, they have opportunity, choice and power to make healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
Our Core Values
Gender Equality
Women and girls live free from discrimination
Empowerment
Women and girls are free to act in their own best interest
Education
Women and girls deserve to lead full and productive lives through access to education
Diversity & Fellowship
Women from varied backgrounds and perspectives work together to improve the lives of women and girls.