I became a Soroptimist to promote the potential of women in our society. Empowering and enabling them to believe in themselves, to grow and be part of the change needed to achieve gender equality. The organisation has given me the opportunity to build relationships with strong women and learn from them. Also to create an impact on local, national and global levels for other women, through impactful projects and collaborations.

I’m a Soroptimist because I have always had a fire inside me to fight for gender equality. It’s exciting to be part of an organisation that allows me to realise projects with great social impact. Soroptimist became an extended international family to me. Everywhere I go, I look for a Soroptimist club to meet my sister, share good times and learn from their experiences!

I’m a feminist driven by a strong sense of justice. Joining Soroptimist allowed me to turn that passion into action, fighting inequality and building meaningful impact, together with women across the world. It introduced me to extraordinary women from diverse walks of life. Their experiences and perspectives have been a powerful source of growth and inspiration.

I became a Soroptimist because I wanted to be a part of a global voice for the empowerment of women. I believe that together we can do much more to make them strong and influential members of modern society.

I joined Soroptimist International of Europe because I wanted to put my feminism into practice. SIE offers a great framework for that, with an infrastructure consisting of experience, like-minded women and practical tools.

At 29, I returned to Turku, the city where I had studied, only to find that all my friends had moved away. Starting a new job in a team where I was the only woman, I felt a strong need for female companionship, which led me to join the Soroptimist organisation. Over the years, I have discovered a deep passion for the Soroptimist focus areas, particularly in empowering younger women and attracting women to the technology industry. This journey has been incredibly fulfilling, allowing me to contribute to meaningful causes and support the growth and development of women in tech.

I became a Soroptimist to empower women and girls, support gender equality, and make a positive impact in my community. Being part of a global network of like-minded women inspires me every day.

Volunteering is a cornerstone of my life, enabling me to connect with women worldwide and balance the male-dominated industries I navigate. This reinforces my commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Supporting and learning from others fuels my dedication to building a more inclusive future.

Coming from a country without a tradition of women’s advocacy, I wanted to be part of a movement that gives women a voice. Soroptimist offers a unique platform for advocacy, impactful projects, and advancing equality — all while connecting with inspiring women from all walks of life and building friendships with like-minded women worldwide to create lasting change.

For me, being a Soroptimist means working together in a strong network for the rights of women and girls - locally and worldwide. As a network of committed women, we have a powerful voice. The global network opens up new perspectives and is a great benefit in my life.