Every year on October 11, the global community comes together to celebrate International Day of the Girl. This is also one of the four days Zonta suggests that clubs are globally aligned to increase ZI's credibility and visibility on core issues impacting women and girls: ending violence and child marriage and achieving climate justice and education equality. IDEAS for service and advocacy efforts : Girl Scout website United Nations website UN Women website Girls on the Run website Girls Inc website

October 14—Business Meeting at Ludlow CC 5:30 Social  6:00 Dinner $30  RSVP Info@ZontaQV.org PROGRAM – Allison Berman from Girls on the Run Entrepreneur – Erin Kraus Induction of Cherie Braun and Andreea Rotaru Get ready to be inspired and to inspire! This October 14th, the Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley proudly hosts an unmissable event at the Ludlow Country Club celebrating International Day of the Girl Child. This special evening is dedicated to mentoring young girls and fostering strong, confident future leaders. What to Expect: Keynote Speech: Dive into the powerful insights of Alison Berman, Council Director for Girls on the Run Western MA, as she unveils evidence-based strategies that empower girls to recognize their inner strength, boost their physical activity, and envision boundless possibilities. Special Guest: Don’t miss out on a creative session with entrepreneur Erin Kraus of Honey Bear Tea, who will spark your imagination with her innovative gift ideas. Event Details: Date: Monday, October 14th Time: 5:30 PM Reception | 6:00 PM Dinner & Program Location: Ludlow Country Club, Western MA Tickets: $28 at the door | $30 online pre-booking @ zontaqv.square.site/ Reserve Your Spot Now at info@ZontaQV.org Spaces are limited, and we are eager to see you there. Let’s come together to support the potential and celebrate the achievements of young girls. Your participation means a lot, not just to us, but to every girl who will feel a little braver and dream a little bigger because of this event. Together, let’s build a better world for women and girls. Because every girl deserves a future she can look forward to. Resources: Young people have a vital role to play in our community and in the world at large. As escalating global conflicts, climate injustice and systematic inequality continue, we need young people to join us in transformative decision-making that breaks the status quo. Checklist: How am I empowering youth? Incorporate this checklist to empower young people and contribute to building an inclusive world! Girls Inc. of Western MA Empower, educate, and guide young people forward, helping them navigate the challenges in their lives Girls on the Run Western MA Teaching essential life skills for building strong women. Strong Women and Girls Read Book recommendations with awesome and inspiring female characters. Be Seen, Be Heard UN report on Understanding young people's political participation. 5 Game-Changing Solutions from UNICEF Accelerate progress towards a future in which every girl can fulfill her potential    

November 8th is a special day for Zonta International because it is the anniversary of the organization's founding in Buffalo, New York in 1919. The organization was founded by women who wanted to work for gender equality and a better world. An event called Every Member, Every November celebrates this special date by inviting members to add their wishes to our birthday card here: https://lnkd.in/gS25iCXv And, give a gift that will help build a better world for women and girls at www.zonta.org/donate

Zonta International participates in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign, which takes place annually from November 25 to December 10. The campaign's goals are to raise awareness of GBV, encourage action to end it, and influence laws and attitudes. Zonta's participation is part of its Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign, which was launched in 2012. During the 16 Days, Zonta clubs and districts are encouraged to take local, national, and international actions, such as: Joining the campaign, Influencing laws, Changing attitudes and behaviors, and Sharing their stories. This is one of the four times of the year Zonta suggests that clubs are globally aligned to increase ZI’s credibility and visibility on core issues impacting women and girls. Resources: https://zontasaysno.com/