Soroptimist International South West Pacific

To be a Soroptimist is to be part of something greater than yourself—a movement that champions the empowerment, education and advancement of women and girls across the globe. It is a commitment to service, a dedication to advocacy and a pledge to support those in need with compassion and action. But beyond the projects, the fundraising and the meetings, what does it truly mean to embody the spirit of Soroptimism?

A Heart for Service
A true Soroptimist serves selflessly. Whether it’s providing scholarships for young women, supporting victims of domestic violence, or advocating for human rights, a Soroptimist is driven by a genuine desire to make a difference.

A Voice for the Voiceless
Soroptimists stand up for those who cannot always stand up for themselves, advocating for the education of girls, gender equality and the eradication of violence against women. A true Soroptimist uses her voice to challenge injustice, inspire change and ensure their concerns are heard in communities, governments, and globally.

A Bond of Friendship
One of the most beautiful aspects of being a Soroptimist is the camaraderie shared among members, friendships formed within our clubs are built on mutual respect, encouragement and a shared mission. We are a sisterhood bound by purpose and that unity strengthens us all by celebrating our achievements and supporting each other through all challenges.

A Commitment to Lifelong Learning
A Soroptimist is always learning how she can grow and evolve to be a more effective leader, mentor, and advocate. Develop our skills, broadening our perspectives, and being informed by educating ourselves, making us more powerful agents of change.

A Legacy of Empowerment
A true Soroptimist understands that her work is not just about today but about shaping a better future for generations to come, knowing that when we educate, enable and empower, we create lasting transformation. Every has the potential to sustain an unstoppable chain of progress.

The Soroptimist Spirit
To be a true Soroptimist is to embody hope, resilience and action. It is to show up, speak out and stand strong for the principles we believe in. To serve with passion and purpose, knowing that even the smallest effort can spark change in the world.

Each of us, is unique and contributes to our clubs. Whether through leadership, volunteering, advocacy, or simply offering a listening ear. Together, we make a difference—locally and globally.
When women help women, amazing things happen.

Warm regards,
Cath Dodd

Member of SI Gold Coast

Membership Annual Reports for 2024

Membership Convenor Kristeen Johnstone is pleased to present the Membership Committee annual reports for 2024.

Demonstrating SISEAP members' dedication, these reports showcase SISEAP members' continued efforts in Educating, Empowering, and Enabling women and girls."

Read the Reports here    pdf SISEAP Membership reports 2025(936 KB)

Today’s world is one of rapid change, with huge challenges but also great opportunities. Various media present us with a constant flow of information, little of which is good news, so much more of troubles, disasters and need.

In this troubling environment we may question what does it mean to be a Soroptimist?

In this modern age while the ongoing trend is for service clubs like ours to lose relevancy, the feeling most Soroptimist members have, is that in 2025 we should be even more relevant to all women and girls.

We should remind ourselves that being a Soroptimist, through club membership and
fellowship, we can form and maintain important relationships and have a positive impact
on our communities.

Soroptimists of all ages and diverse countries are proud to be part of an international organisation that endeavours to improve the lives of women and girls. Our membership offers opportunities to live a life through advocacy, meaningful projects and action, at alocal, national or even an international level.

Recently the national association of SI Aotearoa New Zealand held an empowering annual Conference of Clubs - Women Shaping the Future in Invercargill. Reading through the Presidents annual reports, club grassroots activities large and small were most impressive with their action and outcomes. Meeting a need and influencing change. This confirms that the Soroptimists do make a
difference.

On a daily basis our amazing Soroptimist members through strong connections and friendships continue to fill gaps in meeting essential social needs, supporting sustainable living, environmental activities, closing inequities and keeping women and girls safe, all with awareness, advocacy and action.

We wear our Soroptimist membership with pride.

Membership Month

April is here, and that means it’s Membership Month! We want to remind you to take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen our community and engage with fellow members.

Join us for our upcoming webinar, "Together We Thrive: Real Stories of Membership Success," scheduled for Sunday, 13th April 2025, at 3:30 PM AEST. The session will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and will feature inspiring stories showcasing the power of membership and collaboration.

This is a great chance to learn, share experiences, and discover how we can succeed together. Don’t miss out!

Additionally, we encourage you to explore our Membership Toolkit, now available on the SISEAP Trello board. It is a valuable resource designed to help you maximize your membership experience.

Make sure to register for the webinar and utilize the toolkit to enhance your engagement.

Share Your Soroptimist Story
In the Spirit of Membership Month, we want to hear your Soroptimist Story. Simply fill out the Form and send it to hq2@siseap.org and membership.kristeen@siseap.org and we will feature your Soroptimist Story on the SISEAP website.

Together, let’s thrive!

Kristeen Johnston
2024-2026 Membership Convenor 
membership.kristeen@siseap.org