Installation of club officers and directors
This installation ceremony is often performed by a current or former district officer, but may also be performed by a former club president or a Zonta International representative.
The Zonta Club of <Name> has completed another year [or term] of service to the community and to the world. We are all proud of these accomplishments and turn now to the year [or term] ahead. Will the officers and directors of the club for the coming year [or term] please come forward?
Director of the club. <name>, your duties are many, and they are important. You will actively participate in all club board meetings. It is important that you attend them regularly, and that you be punctual in doing so. All matters presented at these board meetings are to be carefully and seriously considered. Board decisions are to be made according to the merit of the question with consideration of the governing documents of this club and for the benefit of the entire club membership. You have been elected to an honorable and responsible position. Your work will reflect upon this club, this club’s relationship to the community, to the district and to Zonta International. Do you accept this responsibility? If so, please say I do.
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Secretary. Will the secretary, <name> please step forward? It will be your duty as secretary to keep a complete record of the proceedings of all meetings of this club and to keep an up-to-date list of the club membership. You will be expected to furnish pertinent information to committees upon request and will serve as the custodian of all club records, except the treasurer’s. You will also be responsible for such correspondence as may be required for the smooth operation of the club. Do you so pledge?
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If the club has both a recording and a corresponding secretary, install the corresponding secretary first and then the recording secretary. Comment on their specific duties as they are outlined in the Zonta Club Manual.
Zonta International Club Manual under Governance/Manuals on the website
Treasurer. Will the treasurer, <name> please step forward? It is your duty as treasurer to have custody of all funds, to make monthly reports to the club board of directors, and to make an annual financial report to the club at its annual meeting. Additionally, it is your responsibility to make timely payment of dues to Zonta International, the district and the area (if applicable) and to perform such other duties as may pertain to the finances of the club. Do you so pledge?
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Vice President. Will the vice president, <name>, please step forward? Your duties are special, for they are designated by the president. In addition, in case of the inability of the president to perform the responsibilities of office, it is your duty to preside and carry on the administrative obligations of the president. Do you so pledge?
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If a club has both a 1st and a 2nd vice president, install the 1st vice president first and thereafter the 2nd Vice President.
President. <name> has been elected to lead this club as its president. Will you please step forward? It is your duty to preside at all meetings of the club and board of directors in a manner protecting the rights of each member, to administer the matters of the club in a proper manner, exercising good judgment, and to provide leadership to the Zonta club. If you pledge to fulfill these responsibilities, please say, I do.
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In presenting you with this gavel, I also give to you the responsibilities and privileges of the office of president. In presenting you with this president’s pin, I also give you a tangible symbol of your commitment to the Zonta club of <club name> and Zonta International.
Members of the Zonta club of <club name> do you pledge yourselves to cooperate with these newly installed officers? If so please say, We do.
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Congratulations and best wishes to you, officers and members.
Many clubs present a Zonta gift, a Zonta rose or other token of appreciation to each new officer as that person takes the pledge of office.

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Induction of new club members
This induction is often performed by the club president or a past president.
The members of the Zonta club of <name> are honored that you wish to join with us in service and fellowship. We welcome you to a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.
The name Zonta is derived from a Lakhota word of the Native American Sioux peoples meaning honest and trustworthy. Zonta International, a service organization of women and men with experience in a recognized business or profession, is pledged to promote the Objects of Zonta, which are:
• to improve the legal, political, economic, educational, health and professional status of women at the global and local level through service and advocacy,
• to work for the advancement of understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of members,
• to promote justice and universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, and
• to be united internationally to foster high ethical standards, to implement service programs, and to provide mutual support and fellowship for members who serve their communities, their nations, and the world.
Membership in Zonta is an honor and a privilege. Every member has the opportunity and the pleasure of sharing Zonta with other prospective members according to the procedures in our club. Every member also has responsibilities. Regular attendance, participation in club service projects, and support of our international programs is expected of all members. If called upon for leadership responsibilities, you are expected to serve enthusiastically. Zonta is strongly committed to the ideal of equality for all as expressed in the United Nations Universal Declaration on Human Rights. We are confident you will contribute your caring, enthusiasm, and talents to our club.
The Membership Committee Chairman may take this opportunity to introduce each new member with a short biographical sketch, which includes name, classification, business and title and other pertinent information.
Will you repeat the Zonta pledge with me: I pledge myself to uphold and practice the ideals of Zonta.
The new member repeats the pledge: I pledge myself to uphold and practice the ideals of Zonta.
Members of the Zonta club of <name>, do you receive <name(s)> as member(s) of this club and promise to work with her/him/them to further the ideals of Zonta International?
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The fellowship of Zonta welcomes you. We ask your support in joining with Zontians worldwide in carrying out the service and advocacy work of Zonta.
A Zonta pin, a yellow rose or other token may be presented to new members at this time. If a Zonta official is available, she is invited to hand over the official pin.