Sisters in Spirit (SIS)™ is an international phenomenon. To allow the infusion of harmony, we share ideas and experiences, figure out what works and what doesn’t, then find how that relates to our diverse backgrounds. We share resources -- access to our network, website, publication, and wealth of information. SIS creates an international banner under which we can do all of this. Your chapter brings this home to you. Circles are organized, established, and chartered around the globe to further the mission and goals of SIS Inc. Circles function interdependently with SIS Inc to better respond to local needs and issues facing women in their communities.
How to start a SIS Inspiration Circle
A Circle is a sub-unit of Sisters in Spirit (SIS) Inc., constituted by a minimum of twelve (12) members and is established by petition to the parent organization and operates per the SIS by-laws .
You may recruit your members by using our organizational brochure. Be sure to add the contact person, address, phone and email for your new chapter. To recruit members, you may:
- Contact SIS Inc. to see if there are any members-at-large in your area.
- Put a free ad on the SIS home page
During your organizational meeting, you will need to decide on a chapter name, elect officers (or temporary officers to act until an election can be held), and complete the charter application.
Once you have accomplished the above steps:
- Send SIS Inc: the Circle application, complete charter membership subscriptions on line, a recommendation letter from the sponsoring member, and the agreed amount of dues/assessments ($19.00 annually per member for basic membership, $50 annually per chapter). SIS Inc. will contact you with an approximate date on which your charter will arrive so that you may set a date for the charter meeting.
- Choose a Circle name, based on a type of gemstone. You may incorporate the use of the SIS Inc. logo for your local chapter.
- Optionally, plan for a Membership Certificate presentation ceremony to the chartering members. Certificates are provided by SIS Inc.
Once a Circle is approved, you will be granted access to additional chapter documents. These steps are for the benefit and protection of your chapter and its members.