The name, SOROPTIMIST, was coined from the Latin “Soror” and “Optima”, meaning the best for women. Soroptimists are truly women at their best – helping other women to be their best.
Founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, Soroptimist has a global network of members in 132 countries and territories working at local, national, and
international levels to educate, empower, and enable opportunities for women and girls.
Founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, Soroptimist has a global network of members in 132 countries and territories working at local, national, and
international levels to educate, empower, and enable opportunities for women and girls.