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We need you, your time and your talents! All programs and projects are accomplished through member participation. Soroptimists are business and professional women of all ages, cultures and ethnic groups. They are working moms and single women; small business owners and corporate executives; retired professionals; attorneys, teachers and physicians. The common thread that connects all Soroptimists is their desire to make a difference for women. (Membership is also open to men).

As part of Soroptimist International, we join almost 95,000 members in about 120 countries to have a global voice for women's rights, health, education and other issues working through Awareness, Advocacy and Action. "A Global Voice...A Global Vision".

Soroptimist International is divided into four “federations”: Soroptimist International of the Americas, Soroptimist International of Great Britain and Ireland, Soroptimist International of Europe and Soroptimist International of South West Pacific. Soroptimist International of the Americas is the largest of the four, representing almost 45,000 members in about 20 countries and territories.

Benefits of Membership
If you wish to provide volunteer service in an atmosphere of support, friendship and fun, then joining Soroptimist may be right for you. Soroptimist membership provides a variety of benefits, including:

Fulfillment – Working on projects that improve the lives of others leads to personal satisfaction and recognition from the community.
Friendship – Cultivating relationships with other women, both locally and worldwide, 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.
Services – Joining Soroptimist provides access to additional benefits, such as: several insurance options (United States only); low–interest credit card (United States only); and a subscription to Soroptimist International of the Americas’ award–winning magazine.

MEETING LOCATION:

April Program Meeting. April 25th, 11:30am – 1 pm
Location for this event only:
Mid-Oregon Federal Credit Union (upstairs board room)
1386 NE Cushing Drive, Bend
Soroptimist International of Bend will honor their 3 educational award winners.
Inspirational  Speaker: Janet Huerta. Saving Grace: Imagine Life without Violence. RSVP by 4/23/12 $10 buffet charge.
RSVP: Rena Harris – 541 728-0820 or

Usual Meeting Place: Boston’s Pizza and More
Ste 2, 61276 S Highway 97, Bend, OR 97702. (541) 647-5050.
4th Thursday of the month: 12:00 pm – 1:00pm.
Program Meeting. $10.00. Open to the public.
Men and Women may attend the program meetings. Reservations are required.
2nd Thursday of the month: 12 noon – 1pm
Business Meeting. Order off menu. Open to members and prospective members. Reservations recommended.
RSVP: Rena Harris – 541 728-0820 or

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