Other notes:

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL

18^th International Convention Glasgow, Scotland - Still time to register: Deadline March 30, 2007 for early registration. Join four Sou= thern Region members: Governor Connie, Governor-elect Nidia, Past Governor Alicia= and Paula Moore. Meet members of = your Friendship Link and have an international experience you will never forget.=

Program:

Program Focus Report: SI wants to hear about your international service projects. <= span style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'> Send reports of completed club serv= ice projects to SI Headquarters. Service is done through Awareness, Advocacy and Action.

FEDERATION OF THE AMERICAS

SIA’S new video is now available!

“Soroptimist: Helping women and Girls Live their Dreams” is a seven minute video th= at showcases the Soroptimist mission. Place you order online for just $15.00. This new DVD is a terrific recruitment tool.

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CANDIDATES for 2008-2009 SIA PRESIDENT-ELECT <= /u>has been sent to all clubs in good standing. Ballots must be ret= urned to SIA by May 1, 2007. The la= test survey shows we only have a 45% return on voting. Exercise your clubs right to vote = for SIA leadership. If your club has not received a ballot contact SIA immediat= ely. .SIA needs your direct input to the strategic planning group (SPG) of Soroptimist International (SI). Have you taken their survey?<= /o:p>

Fundraising:

SIA Executive Director for a day drawing:

Tickets will be on sale at the Key Largo Confere= nce, donation $20.00. The award in= cludes airfare, two days in Philadelp= hia, hotel, meals and more. Join Executive Director Leigh for a fun filled day of understanding our organization.

Jacqueline Scott of the SI Davie club entered the Fort Lauderdale Garden Club’s flower Show. Her entry, a miniature yellow rose= - Our Soroptimist Rose - and she won first prize in her class. Good going Jacqueline.<= /span>

SOUTHERN REGION:<= /span>

WE HAVE OUR WINNERS=

Making A Difference For Women Award:

MARSHA CURRANT, Executive Director of the Susan B. Anthony Recovery Center. Sponsored by SI Greater Ft. Lauderdale Club.

Violet Rich= ardson Award: YASMIN ASSAR

Sponsored by SI Atlanta Club.

Just In: Women’s Opportunit= y Award:

<= st1:address w:st=3D"on">1^st = Place:&nb= sp; SI Largo/Mid Pinellas Club

<= st1:address w:st=3D"on">2^nd = Place: SI Coral Gables Club

<= st1:address w:st=3D"on">3^rd = Place: SI Pompano Beach Club

Thank you to Region Chairs and Judges:

Leigh Bawcom, SI Franklin Club

Judy Wertz and Verna Bunting, SI Naples Club<= /i>

Cathy Iho, SI The Palm Beaches

Southern Region Conference:<= o:p>

Have you registered for the 81^st Southern Region Conference, “Keys to Success” in Key Largo, Florida?

As you change your latitude, you’ll definitely shift your= attitude. You will welcome the change of pac= e.

The” Call To Conference” was sent to all clubs on M= arch 1^st, 2007. Don’t forget your Thursday evening meal reservation, business card ad and your best wishes for the program book.

Membership:

Has your club recruited new members this year?= Recruitment and Retention is our number one priority. Four of our low membership clubs h= ave gained the required 15 plus members. Congratulations!=

Public Awareness:=

SIA and your Region have been communicating with members through e-mail. Have you checked your personal pro= file lately on the members-only site using your six-digit member number and password? All members need to update their club and member profile.

Your help is needed:

Our goal is 100% participation with Founder Pennies. Many clubs are short one or two me= mber amounts. Help us reach our go= al by checking your club membership number against the required $3.44 per member. Remember these funds help:

….To improve the lives of women and girls in local community and throughout the world.