A Public Benefit Statement
Soroptimist Bangladesh is one of the leading organisations for the benefit of the public, specifically focused on advancing the status of women and girls in society where inequalities exist.
We are committed to continuous research-informed strategic planning to maximise our long-term impact. We adhere to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, CEDAW (Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women), the Beijing Platform for Action, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
We treat all people with dignity, maintain a non-sectarian approach, avoid party political affiliation, and collaborate with aligned organisations for greater collective impact.
Six Charitable Objectives
These six core goals define the areas where Soroptimist Bangladesh focuses its energy, resources, and advocacy.
Fundamental Principles
To succeed in our objectives, Soroptimist Bangladesh upholds six governance principles that ensure we remain trustworthy, effective, and accountable.
Organisational Purpose
Every decision and programme is aligned with our core purpose of advancing the status of women and girls.
Leadership
We cultivate strong, ethical leadership at club, national, and global levels to guide our mission forward.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and moral courage in all our dealings — internal and external.
Diversity
We celebrate and welcome diversity of background, faith, ability, and perspective across all our clubs.
Openness
We communicate openly with members, the public, and stakeholders — welcoming scrutiny and feedback.
Accountability
We are accountable for our actions, our finances, and our impact — to our members and the communities we serve.
Behavioural Standards
As an organisation committed to human rights, we hold ourselves to high behavioural standards in all interactions — within our membership and in our engagement with the wider world.
- ✓Treat all people with dignity and respect
- ✓Maintain a non-sectarian, inclusive approach
- ✓Avoid party political affiliation or bias
- ✓Collaborate with aligned organisations
- ✓Uphold confidentiality and data protection
- ✓Challenge discrimination in all its forms
Learn More
Explore how our objectives and principles translate into real impact through our programmes in education, health, and community development.