The Full Story
About Us
Soroptimist International is a global organization whose volunteer members work to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment.
The Soroptimist Dream Programs ensure women and girls have access to education and training they need to reach their full potential and live their dreams. Soroptimists are committed to investing in programs that promote sustainable, measurable change for women and girls.
Throughout history, and still to this day, women all over the world have faced obstacles solely because of their gender. They disproportionately suffer from poverty and discrimination. It’s for this reason that Soroptimist International chooses to focus on the special challenges facing women and girls.
Chartered on June 27, 1981, Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor is part of an international organization whose mission is to provide women and girls with access to education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment.
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We believe that by joining with others and engaging in awareness, advocacy, and action in the service of our community and society, we can make the world a better place for all.
Soroptimist is a coined Latin word meaning “best for women,” and that’s what our club strives to achieve. Soroptimists are women at their best working to help other women to be their best. We believe in dreams and the collective power of working together to achieve them. When women and girls dare to dream, amazing things can happen. They move forward with courage to do great things for themselves, their families, their communities, and the world.
Our Vision
Women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.


Our Mission
Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment.

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
People from varied backgrounds and perspectives work together to improve the lives of women and girls