District dues renewal training
21 March 2023
Dues season is almost here, and to prepare our district leaders, we encourage all district governors and treasurers to attend a district dues renewal training session or watch the recordings so that they are best prepared for the upcoming membership renewal season.
Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar
ADVOCACY WEBINAR
IMPLEMENTING CLIMATE CHANGE GOALS: THE ALL-IMPORTANT ROLE OF LOCAL CONTEXT AND IMPACTS TO WOMEN
30 March
11 AM CDT
Join the Zonta International Advocacy Committee and special guest, Lily Odarno, for a virtual discussion around climate change, its impacts to women, and the importance of the local context to developing and implementing climate solutions.
Lily Odarno is the Director of Clean Air Task Force’s (CATF) Energy and Climate Innovation Program, Africa. She leads CATF’s effort to address the dual need of expanding affordable energy in developing economies and building a global decarbonized energy system. Her work focuses on development-centric energy transition pathways, utility markets, and technology innovation for low-carbon energy development in Africa. Having lived, studied, and worked on three continents, Lily deeply appreciates the uniqueness of energy challenges across geographies and the all-important role of local context in developing energy systems that are meaningful for people, the economy, and the environment. She has written extensively on topics at the intersection of energy and development in Africa. She serves on the Editorial Board of the Climate Policy Journal. Lily holds a BSc in Biological Sciences from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana, an MSc (Eng.) in Environmental Management from the Aalborg University in Denmark, and a PhD in Energy and Environmental Policy from the University of Delaware.
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Club dues renewal training
4 April 2023
Dues season is almost here, and to prepare our club leaders, we encourage all club presidents and treasurers to attend a club dues renewal training or watch the recordings so that they are best prepared for the upcoming membership renewal season. District leaders are also welcome to attend the club sessions.
Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar
Asian INTER-DISTRICT Meeting
Together We Can: Empowering women around the world
14-16 April 2023
Kaohsiung, Republic of China (Taiwan)
District 31 invites you to the Kaohsiung, Republic of China (Taiwan), for the 2nd Asian Inter-District Meeting with the theme, "Together We Can: Empowering women around the world." Zonta members will get the chance to meet like-minded organizations and share their knowledge and experiences at forums and workshops regarding women's issues. As the second largest city in Taiwan, Kaohsiung is a beautiful modern metropolis surrounded by mountains, rivers and harbors and has a rich diverse culture.
Join District 31 for an opportunity to mingle with Zonta members from Asia, learn from each other and foster the mutual friendship through various activities and events. Learn more by clicking the button below of viewing the Save the Date here.
European Inter-District Seminar
Women and FInance - between challenges and chances
28-30 April 2023
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Set in the finance metropole of Germany, this 9th European Inter-District Seminar in Frankfurt am Main aims to explore a wide variety of financial questions relevant to women, NGOs and society in tomorrow's digital world. Frankfurt offers the unique combination of high-tech finance environment deeply embedded in one of Germany's oldest cities with a rich history in architecture, art and trade.
Join District 28 as they host a weekend of inspiring panel discussions and workshops with female entrepreneurs and leaders at the edge of a new digital era. Learn more by clicking the button below of viewing the Save the Date here.
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New Member Meeting – Welcome to Zonta!
20 April 2023
Are you new to Zonta? Join members of the Zonta Headquarters Team as we welcome you. We will provide a history of Zonta, highlights of the programs we support and tips for the resources available to you. This is also an opportunity to meet longtime members who serve on the International Membership Committee and other new members from around the world.
Club dues renewal training
4 May 2023
Dues season is almost here, and to prepare our club leaders, we encourage all club presidents and treasurers to attend a club dues renewal training or watch the recordings so that they are best prepared for the upcoming membership renewal season. District leaders are also welcome to attend the club sessions.
Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar
North American Inter-District Meeting
"Racing to Build a Better World for Women and Girls"
30 June - 2 July 2023
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
The North American Inter-District Meeting is your opportunity to immerse yourself in Zonta education. This weekend offers a variety of workshops presented by Zontians for Zontians. The program includes an address from the Zonta International Board members and fellowship with Zontians across North America. Be prepared to be inspired, to make new friends and reconnect with old friends, and to bring back to your club ideas for increasing your club's impact in the community.
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
30 July 2023
Trafficking in persons is a serious crime and a grave violation of human rights. Every year, thousands of men, women and children fall into the hands of traffickers, in their own countries and abroad. Almost every country in the world is affected by trafficking, whether as a country of origin, transit or destination for victims.
International Equal Pay Day
18 September 2023
Globally, women on average, are paid about 20% less than men. Established by the Equal Pay International Coalition in 2019, International Equal Pay Day is dedicated to raising awareness about unequal pay to women, pushing to close the gender pay gap and calling for actions to achieve pay equity globally.
International Day of the Girl
11 October 2023
Adolescent girls have the right to a safe, educated and healthy life, not only during these critical formative years, but also as they mature into women. The International Day of the Girl focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfilment of their human rights.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
25 November 2023
The purpose of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is to raise awareness around the world that women are subjected to rape, domestic violence and other forms of violence.
Human Rights Day
10 December 2023
Human Rights Day commemorates the day in 1948 when the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly.
Amelia Earhart Month
1-31 January 2024
Each January, Zonta International celebrates the spirit and impact of legendary pilot Amelia Earhart, one of our most famous former members.
Amelia Earhart Day
11 January 2024
On Amelia Earhart Day, we commemorate the records she broke on this day in 1935 and celebrate her contributions to the aerospace industry and her empowerment of women in science.
international day of education
24 January 2024
The International Day of Education celebrates education’s role in peace and development. Zonta International believes that education is essential, especially for women and girls.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
11 February 2024
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science was established in 2015 to help achieve full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls, and further achieve gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
World Day of Social Justice
20 February 2024
The World Day of Social Justice recognizes the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, gender inequality, human rights and more.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND ZONTA ROSE DAY
8 March 2024
Each year on 8 March, the global community celebrates International Women's Day, recognizing women for their achievements regardless of national, ethnic, linguistic, economic or political divisions. The Zonta International community also celebrates Zonta Rose Day on 8 March, a time to reflect and give tribute to the women who have empowered us.
66th Zonta International Convention - Brisbane, Australia
