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Extension

Extension. - the lifeblood of our organisation. EVERY Soroptimist is responsible for Extension . Relevance of Soroptimism in today’s world. Our aims cross all boundaries & fit all cultures and religions Our strength lies in our diversity and internationality

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Extension

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  1. Extension - the lifeblood of our organisation. EVERY Soroptimist is responsible for Extension.

  2. Relevance of Soroptimism in today’s world • Our aims cross all boundaries & fit all cultures and religions • Our strength lies in our diversity and internationality • Our objects cover most human needs

  3. Benefits of membership • Opportunity to combine with others to give service • Interesting and rewarding activities • Personal development • Contact with other women in businesses and professions locally and internationally

  4. Benefits of membership cont’d 5. Recognise and encourage the achievements of women in our community 6. Receive support from the group in times of personal need

  5. Benefits of membership cont’d 7. Lifetime membership – transferable if required 8. Friendship, fellowship and fun!!

  6. Extension - Reminders Remember – • We are a service club, not a social club • Successful projects will attract new members • Publicity is important – blow your own trumpet!

  7. Extension Planning • Investigating a new area to form another club • Increasing membership within an existing club

  8. Extension Planning cont’d • Establish a membership target and deadline • Decide how this will be done • Have all promotional material on hand • Have material on Soroptimist projects • Review results

  9. Mentoring • Who - Who needs it? • What - What’s in it for me? • When - When will I ever find time? • Where - Where do I start? • Why - Why do they need help, I never got any!

  10. Extension • Extension – a pleasure or a burden? an opportunity or a duty? • It’s easier when you share the load. • Remember Together Each Achieves More

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