Zonta International
District 4
Two Countries United to Build a Better World for Women & Girls
By embracing our Zonta Spirit we can share our passion to engage & promote Zonta’s mission. Let us continue our journey together to build a better world for women and girls.
Governor Sheena Poole
Happy International Women’s Day / Rose Day!
On this Special day, I wish every woman fulfills her dreams.
I ask each of you to light your Zonta candle to honour International Women’s Day; to remember those women who have helped us change our world. Light this candle in thanks and celebration of those brave women of the past, present and future who have dared and continue to dare to go forward despite the shadows of those around them.
The light of Zonta and Spirit was passed to you. Let us celebrate the achievements and success we have made amd continued to motivate millions.
Happy International Women’s Day!
Governor Sheena Poole
What’s Happening in D4?
D4 Talks
D4 New e-Club in Formation
Second Information Session
Conversation with Zonta International President Ute Scholz
Zonta International
Commission on the Status of Women Forum68
Registration is now open for the NGO CSW68 Forum – March 10-22,2024! Register now to start exploring the new and improved virtual portal.
When you register, you will receive a confirmation email with pertinent information and a link to login to the virtual portal to start exploring.
https://ngocsw68forum.vfairs.com/en/registration-form
Please see the CSW68 briefs prepared by the US Women’s Caucus, which are specifically geared for a US audience.
Zonta International Women’s Day / Rose Day News
Celebrate Zonta Rose Day with a Meaningful Gift
As we approach Zonta Rose Day, we invite you to join us in honoring the incredible people who have made a significant impact on your life. Show your appreciation by making a gift in their name.
Zonta Rose Day, celebrated alongside International Women’s Day on 8 March, is a time to recognize the achievements, strength and resilience of women worldwide. It is an opportunity to celebrate those who inspire us, uplift us and contribute to positive change in our lives and communities.
Your meaningful gift will not only commemorate the remarkable individuals who have touched your heart but will also support projects and programs that empower and uplift women and girls globally.
Early Bird Registration for Convention Deadline March 15th
Are you ready to join your fellow Zontians in the beautiful city of Brisbane?
You can book your pre and post-convention tours and additional accommodations.
Watch your email inbox for notification and encourage members in your club and district to join in person or virtually for what promises to be an amazing mix of fun, fellowship and inspiration as we work together to build a better world for women and girls. Find more information at https://www.zontaconvention.com.
D4 Posts
Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada, 22 February,
Activities and Materials to Circulate to Clubs Definition Trafficking in persons, also known as human trafficking, is a heinous crime and an abuse of human rights. Itis commonly defined as the use of violence, deception or coercion to transport, recruit or harbour...
ZC of Hamilton 1 has Online Store – Check it Out!
Emery BoardWe now have an online store on our website! Looking for an inexpensive promotional item you can give out at events? Look no further. Our club has purchased a large quantity of emery boards to enable the best pricing. They feature two of our ZI initiatives,...
News from ZC of Owen Sound
Hygiene Kits made by Cindy Weir On Monday, November 27, 2023, Zonta club members gathered at City Hall and were joined by City of Owen Sound staff and others, including city Mayor Ian Boddy and Deputy Mayor Scott Greig, to recognize International Day for the...
Zonta Scholarship – Jane M. Klausman Women in Business
2024 Jane Klausman Women in Business Scholarship The Jane Klausman Women in Business Scholarship is now available on the www.zonta.org website under the Our Programs Tab. The Jane Klausman Women in Business Scholarship was established in 1998. Since its inception,...
International Women’s Day – Rose Day March 8th
International Women's Day (IWD) March 8th And Zonta Rose Day March 8th. Since 1911, International Women’s Day has occurred and remains an important moment for working to advance women’s equality. This global day belongs to everyone, everywhere celebrating...
Zonta International Service and Avocacy Awards
Zonta International Service and Advocacy Awards Share Your Story This year, clubs have completed amazing service projects and advocacy activities. It would be marvelous if some of those projects and activities were recognized by Zonta International. The Engaging team...
ZC of Geneva – What’s Happening?
Christmas stockings and personal items donated by club members to Safe Harbors for their clients.Toiletries collected for victims of domestic violence served by Safe Harbors of the Finger Lakes. Donation boxes placed at the Geneva Public Library and Geneva Lattimore...
Celebrate Earth Day
Graphics for use on social media are available for your use. Click on the image to save it to your device.April 22nd - INTERNATIONAL MOTHER EARTH DAY The UN created International Mother Earth Day to celebrate and remind us how the Earth and its ecosystems provide us...
Zonta Batavia-Genesee County Fundraiser
District 4 Zonta Foundation for Women – Ambassadors’ Update
District 4 Zonta Foundation Ambassador January 2024 Update A huge thank you to those District 4 members and clubs who donated to the Zonta Foundation for Women (ZFW) Every Member Every November campaign. The campaign was declared a success and achieved its goal to...
Zonta Guelph 2024 IWD Event
Hello Alumni and Friends, We are helping to organize an amazing celebration of women and female entrepreneurship for International Women's Day (week) on Wednesday March 6 evening. The event at the Grand Guelph, will have food (appetizer stations included), drinks...
Update Your Clubs on UN Matters and CSW68
CSW UN – IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER NGO’s that are accredited and in good standing with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) may designate representatives to the annual sessions of the CSW UN It is the responsibility of your ECOSOC-accredited...
Zonta Hamburg-Orchard Park Says NO Campaign
16 Days of Activism The Zonta Club of Hamburg-Orchard Park was busy raising awareness of violence against women and girls during this period. The Advocacy Committee prepared displays for both the Hamburg and Orchard Park libraries and distributed orange window signs...
Equal Rights Amendment as a Focus
Over the holidays the Zonta USA Caucus held our December US Caucus meeting had some very interesting speakers, who challenged us to take up the Sign4ERA project as a Zonta initiative and try to help get 1M signatures on the ERA petition! Don't worry--they already...
Zonta Washington County Every Member Every November
Zonta Club of Washington County PA's "Every Member November" Holiday White Elephant Auction. At our club holiday party members bring in white elephant items beautifully wrapped and they're auctioned off. This year, we raised almost close to $300 in the auction and...
Zonta Warren I Support Women
On Monday night the 11th of December, Zonta club of Warren members gathered to count and sort and distribute Hygiene Products to 3 local non-profit organizations including Well-ness and Forensic Center- Warren County Children’s Advocacy Center – and 3 Warren County...
Zonta Toronto’s Spirit Awardee
ZONTA CLUB OF TORONTO - SPIRIT AWARD On December 13th, the Zonta Club of Toronto presented their first Spirit Award to Doris Geddes, a 38 year member of ZontaText in recognition of her many years of continued service to the life and Spirit of Zonta. Doris is a former...
Zonta Niagara Falls, NY Christmas Service
The Niagara Falls, New York Zonta club enjoyed an evening and served delicious spaghetti meal to over forty women who attended the Christmas "Rose Cafe," a monthly inspirational dinner and program at the Lighthouse Women and Children's Center in Niagara Falls NY....
ZC of Kenmore Community Collection 2023
The Zonta Club of Kenmore had a busy 16 Days of Activism. As you drove around the Kenmore/ Town of Tonawanda area you would see several signs which provided information for women or men who needed help with abusive relationships. A community collection of items for...
ZC of Corry Update
The Zonta Club of the Corry Area recently observed the 16 Days of Activism, from Nov. 25 to Dec. 10, when Zonta Says No to Violence Against Women, which includes childhood marriage. During the Corry club’s recent car/cash raffle drawing, club members posed with the...
Bradford Inducts 14 New Members & Says NO to Gender-based Violence
14 new members were installed in October during a beautiful candlelight induction ceremony led by D4 Governor Sheena. AD Area 5 Director Gretchen, and Bradford leaders Holly & Ronda. Congratulations new Zontians!President Holly Puglio gives new member Heidi Scrivo...
ZC of Warren and the Red Sand Project
WARREN COUNTY CELEBARTES RED SAND PROJECT Warren County Children’s Advocacy Center and Zonta Club of Warren partnered to make our community aware of the Red Sand Project. We kicked off the project on October 7th with a ceremony at the Healing Garden. Where we had...
E-Club of Canada 1 Says NO
At Mississauga Celebration Square, Dec 8, 2023
ZC of Kitchener-Waterloo Walk & Dec. 6th Vigil
Greetings from the Zonta Club of KW, We are excited to share that our team of 7 (one who walked in the sunny south) raised just under $6000.00 in the Empowering Women Walk for Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region, which put us as the top fundraising team. Such a...
ZC of Oil City-Franklin Says NO
Zonta Club of Oil City-Franklin PA Lights the Center Street Bridge Orange! As part of our Club’s activities during the 16 Days of Activism a local bridge in Oil City – the Center Street Bridge was aglow with orange lights.
Lighting Up Niagara Falls in Orange
Members of District 4 joined together to kick off the 16 Days of Activism by turning Niagara Falls Orange!Niagara Falls (Canada) Mayor Jim Diodati with Zonta Niagara Falls, CA President Sarah Morse, Niagara Parks Commission Chair April Jeffs, and Niagara Falls City...
Club Submission for 2024 Young Women in Public Affairs
2023 YWPA Awardee Trisha Kotakonda's application was submitted by the ZC of Toronto. This could be you!2024 YOUNG WOMEN IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS AWARD The Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award Program was established in 1990. Since the inception, Zonta has awarded 1,091...
ZC of Washington County all in Orange!
Zonta Club of Washington County shows up at Max Mex wearing our Orange for #zontasaysno
ZC of Warren 16 Days of Activism Book Display
The Zonta Club of Warren has a unique way of raising awareness during the 16 Days of Activism.
ZC of Corry Observes 16 Days of Activism
Zonta members Christine Cobb, left, and Bev Burton show some of the many Christmas gifts the Zonta Club of Corry is donating to Safe Journey for victims of domestic violence.Erie County Public Defender Nicole Kondrlik, left, and Assistant District Attorney Rob...
ZC of Oakville Makes Donation
The Zonta Club of Oakville is proud to present a donation to Kerr Street Mission to help them to fight hunger in our community. With the Kerr Street Mission seeing a 64% rise in usage since January this year, the need has never been greater. This donation from The...