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- 1983 (Creation)
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2 booklets
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Administrative history
The York branch of the Soroptimist club was founded sometime between 1921 and 1934, the branch's first president branch was Dr Baugh.
The first British club was founded in 1921, the same year as the society was inaugurated in the United States. In 1934 the British and European clubs separated from the United States Federation. The governing body of Soroptimist International was founded in 1952. During the 1930s, many service projects were undertaken including: vocational training for women and children, housing for the disadvantaged, assistance for the sick and disabled, concern for the local area, and caring for refugees.
The organisation's purpose was 'to encourage high ethical standards in business and professions; to increase the efficiency of each member by the exchange of ideas and business methods; to stimulate the desire of each member to be of service to her fellows; and to quicken the interest of each member in the public welfare and to co-operate with others in civic, social, and industrial development.'
It is thought that the York branch was renamed to Soroptimist International York Ebor in the 2000s, the renamed society was active as of 2015.
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- English