Here’s What’s Happening
Wednesday, April 2 – 5:30 pm
Soroptimist of Long Beach
Business Meeting via Zoom
Members only
Members will receive Zoom link via email from President Julia.
Program Meeting
Wednesday, APR 16
5:30 pm
Bixby Hill Gardens Club House
Free & open to members & guests
The Long Beach Human Trafficking Task Force (LBHTTF)
Protecting Women and Girls
Our guest speaker for SILB’s April 16th Program meeting is Mariah Marple-Sewe, a survivor of sex trafficking, an advocate, and a leader, dedicated to empowering others through her lived experiences. Overcoming a history of abuse and exploitation, she has transformed her journey into a mission to support and uplift survivors. She is with the LBHTTF which provides multiple services to victims; assists law enforcement with cases; trains service providers and community members on the issue; and work to empower youth.
Join us and bring a friend! Light refreshments will be served. The Bixby Hill Gardens Club House is located in the gated community at the intersection of East Anaheim Road and Palo Verde Avenue. Tell the guard that you are going to the Soroptimist event in the club house.
RSVP is essential. Please send an email with your name and the name(s) of your guests to hello@soroptimist-
FREE DOCUMENT SHREDDING
Saturday, May 3
9am to Noon
Pyramid Parking Lot G-9
Cal State Long Beach
It’s a free document shredding event. We hope to see you there!
CSULB Parking
California State University
Long Beach – Lot G9
1797 Merriam Way
Long Beach, CA 90815
Program Meeting
Wednesday, MAY 21
5:30 pm
Bixby Hill Gardens Club House
Free & open to members & guests
Long Beach School for Adults (LBSA): Empowering Women Through Education
Speaker: Nicole Lopez, Principal of LBSA
The Long Beach School for Adults’ website provides a rich history of its beginnings and success. Adult education in Long Beach has been in existence for over 100 years. Principal Lopez will share with us the many ways that LBSA impacts the lives of those who attend. She will talk about the many programs, resources, and services which support students, sources of funding, and local community groups and partnerships. She will also discuss the needs of many of the women who attend LBSA and opportunities for community involvement.
Join us and bring a friend! Light refreshments will be served. The Bixby Hill Gardens Club House is located in the gated community at the intersection of East Anaheim Road and Palo Verde Avenue. Tell the guard that you are going to the Soroptimist event in the club house.
RSVP is essential. Please send an email with your name and the name(s) of your guests to hello@soroptimist-
Soroptimists and friends celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Long Beach club on October 26, 2024 at Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens. Click the button below to see photos from the fabulous event.
Soroptimist is a volunteer service organization for professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world. The Long Beach club is a part of Soroptimist International of the Americas which has more than 1,300 clubs in 130 countries and territories. Soroptimist clubs receive assistance in their volunteer efforts by participating locally in programs developed and sponsored by the organization. The Long Beach club is in the Camino Real Region.
TESTIMONIAL
“I am very grateful to the Soroptimist organization for helping me achieve my goals and improve my life. Thanks to being awarded, I was able to catch up on past due rent and avoid homelessness. I was also able to continue my education and pursue my passion for helping others. I have not yet completed my degree, but I have since started a new job as a behavioral therapist technician and found joy in working with children with autism. The Soroptimist award has also helped me gain a better understanding of myself and my potential. I have learned to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities, and appreciate diversity.
Being a single mother of two young adults, a full time student and working full time is not easy, but SILB has given me the support and motivation I needed to keep going. I am forever grateful for the opportunity to be blessed with the funds that have made a huge difference in my life and the lives of my children. It has truly changed my life for the better and I hope to inspire others with my story.” – A.T.
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.
Our Core Values
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 – Women from varied backgrounds and perspectives work together to improve the lives of women and girls.
Soroptimist International of Long Beach
President Julia McConaghy
2024-2025
