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The Relief Society: 7 Million Members in 188 Countries — One of the Largest Women's Organizations on Earth

7 million+ members. 188 countries. Founded 1842. One of the oldest and largest women's organizations in the world.

The Relief Society, founded in 1842, has more than 7 million members across 188 countries and territories. It is consistently recognized by independent sources as one of the oldest and largest women's organizations in the world.

Every adult LDS woman is a member. The organization operates a worldwide network of mutual aid, service, and education. For scale comparison, it is larger than the NAACP, the League of Women Voters, and most globally recognized women's organizations. (Church-reported membership figures.)

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