Soroptimist International Winchester and District

Following in the footsteps of Jane Austen, one of the outstanding women of Winchester of her time.

Club information

Formed in 1962, we meet twice each month, once for a club meeting (latterly on zoom) and on the second occasion socially, either for a supper with a speaker, a fundraising event, or just a convivial get-together to which friends and partners are also invited.

What does being a Soroptimist mean

Beyond our own club, members value the global network of Soroptimist clubs giving opportunities to travel, meet like-minded women and share ideas across the world within Friendship Links.

We work hard to improve the lot of women and girls worldwide and we always manage to fuel our efforts with fun, food, and friendship.

When, where we meet

Business meetings on zoom begin at 6pm, also some speaker meetings, please check location/date/time for each meeting.

Please note unless otherwise stated all club supper meetings begin at 7.30pm but where a meal is part of the meeting arrival is at 6.30pm and is at St Swithuns School Winchester SO21 1HA

Current projects

Click below to learn more about our current projects in the local community and beyond




Current projects

Below is an overview of some of the projects we are involved in as a club.

Supporting the local community

We support Winchester Women's Refuge, Trinity and the Night Shelter, Two Saints - a hostel supporting vulnerable women.

Solar Aid

These lamps enable young people to study and professionals to work in areas of the world where there is an absence of electricity.

Orange Campaign (VAWG)

The Orange campaign against Domestic Abuse against Women and Girls (VAWG) runs from 25 November to 10 December. It starts on White Ribbon Day

Latest Club News

Follow us as we get involved in our projects at home and overseas, you may see something you'd like to be a part of...

Speaker meeting: The Empathy Lab

At our Speaker Meeting in September Caroline Scott spoke to us about the Empathy Lab, of which she is one of the founders.

Trinity Clothing Appeal

Ready for a trip to Trinity; SI Winchester responds to an an appeal for jumpers, coats and other items as Trinity prepares for colder months.