Membership Benefits
Soroptimists are men and women of all ages, cultures, and ethnic groups. Members represent a wide array of professions, including business owners and chief executive officers, civil servants, doctors, educators, and more. Soroptimists are leaders in their communities who believe that by joining with others, they can make the world a better place. Membership provides a number of material and intangible benefits for those wishing to use their time and talents in service to others.
Here are some of the benefits of membership:
- 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 is a central aspect of Soroptimist membership.
- Diversity
Meeting and learning about women from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and participating in projects that address the needs of women throughout the globe, contributes to world peace and understanding.
- 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.
- Mentoring
Reaching out to women at the beginning of their professional lives provides an avenue for Soroptimist members to serve as mentors.
- Convenience
Belonging to an association with organized programs and professionally developed resources frees members from administrative constraints, while enabling them to concentrate on providing volunteer service.
Women or men who are interested in joining Soroptimist International of Maui should simply fill out the new member form and either mail it in or bring it with them to the next program meeting.