Agency:
Soroptimist International of George Town
Agency Number:
Start Date:
03 Mar 1982
Description:
Soroptimism, from the words 'soror' (sister) and 'optima' (best) is an international organisation of professional and business women. The objects of the organisation include ethical behaviour, striving for human rights, advancing the status of women, and developing a spirit of friendship and service. ;;The George Town Club was chartered in May 1982. The George Town SI Club undertakes a wide range of fundraising activities, with funds distributed to local charities/organisations. They also run social activities and hold regular club meetings.
Information Sources:
The Soroptimist magazine, April 1963; The story of Soroptimist International of the South West Pacific for the Golden Jubilee / G F Kentish, 1987.
Functions Performed:
National and international organisations
Related Agencies:
Soroptimist International of Hobart (NG3070) | 01 Sep 1949 |
Soroptimist International of Launceston (NG3069) | 01 Dec 1949 |
Soroptimist International of Devonport (NG3067) | 01 Jun 1952 |
Soroptimist International of Burnie (NG3319) | 01 Feb 1953 |
Soroptimist International of Tasmania (NG1047) | 30 May 1953 |
Soroptimist International of Queenstown (NG3667) | 01 Jan 1956 | 31 Dec 1973 |
Soroptimist International of New Norfolk (NG2044) | 01 Oct 1956 | 20 Feb 1996 |
Soroptimist International of Ulverstone (NG3073) | 16 Jun 1979 | 31 Dec 1997 |
Soroptimist International of Clarence (NG3072) | 25 Apr 1987 | 05 Mar 1999 |
Soroptimist International of Circular Head (NG3068) | 13 Mar 1989 |
Series Created By Agency:
NS3628 Minutes of Meetings | 03 Mar 1982 | 13 Dec 2016 |