The incoming 2024-2026 District 1 Board and I would like to know more about the diverse interests of our members.  We want to acknowledge all that our members have done in their own clubs and in our District and to find out how they would like to provide Zonta service in the future.  We don’t want to assume anything.  Please take a 5-10 miutes to fill out this survey as soon as possible.  We appreciate your input.            LINK Donna Raycraft, Governor-elect

Delegates Orientation Monday, May 22 - Delegates Orientation Session Two - 5:00 pm CDT This is the essential session for all delegates and alternates, governors and past international presidents to attend to learn about their responsibilities during Convention. This session will review: o Fundamentals of the delegate handbook. o On-site check in process for a delegate or proxy. o Responsibilities when carrying a proxy vote. o Details on elections and the SimplyVoting platform. o Details on voting for convention business (including bylaws) and the handheld voting devices. o An opportunity to ask questions of the elections and credentialing committees.

Tuesday, May 23 - WORKSHOP: WOW Membership Actions: Strategies for Growth - 5:00 pm CDT Thursday, 23 May, 5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time Certain techniques and intentional actions increase and retain membership. The purpose of this workshop is to provide attendees with a fun, interactive program designed to impart insights and actionable ideas to take back to their clubs. Attendees will leave more confident, intentional and effective in their efforts to invite and retain members.

Wednesday, May 24 - WORKSHOP: Uniting for Climate Justice and Equality - 8:00 am CDT Climate change knows no borders, affecting us and communities around the world. This unique workshop aims to bring together individual Zontians from diverse backgrounds and regions to directly share their personal experiences, stories and insights about the impact of climate change on people and the pursuit of equality and justice. By amplifying global voices, we will collectively deepen our understanding, foster empathy, and inspire collaborative action to address these interconnected challenges.

Tuesday, May 28 - Review with our Partner UNICEF USA - 1:00 pm CDT

Wednesday, May 29 - Review with our Partner UNFPA - 8:00 am CDT

zWednesday May 29 - Resolution 2, Strategic Plan & 2024-2026 Biennial Goals - 2:00 pm CDT The future is bright for Zonta International. Join Zonta International President Ute Scholz, President-Elect Salla Tuominen, Vice President Fernanda Gallo-Freschi and Treasurer/Secretary Souella Cumming for a look back at the path from Resolution 2 to the Strategic Plan and how both Resolution 2 and the Strategic Plan informed the 2024-2026 Biennial Goals.

Virtual Pres-Convention Session: Funny is my business Sunday, 2 June | 9 AM CDT Meeting Planner: Find your meeting time Vivek Mahbubani is a Hong Kong-bred bilingual stand-up comedian performing in both English and Cantonese. As Hong Kong's first male Zontian, he will joke in English about all the funny quirks of being an Indian in a predominantly Chinese community, how he loves virtual comedy performances and why he still hasn't successfully learned yoga. Register for convention today to enjoy a laughter-filled session with Vivek.

Financial Overview - Past, Present, Future Monday, June 3 - Financial Overview - Past, Present, Future Session One - 2:00 pm CDT Session Two: 5 June, 7:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time Join 2022–2024 Zonta Treasurer Souella Cumming, Finance Committee Chair Mari McKenzie and Director of Finance Cathy Ferguson to learn more about Zonta’s financial performance during this biennium and the budget for the 2024–2026 Biennium. Time will be provided for questions from the audience.

Financial Overview - Past, Present, Future Wednesday, June 5 - Financial Overview - Past, Present, Future Session Two - 7:00 pm CDT Join 2022–2024 Zonta Treasurer Souella Cumming, Finance Committee Chair Mari McKenzie and Director of Finance Cathy Ferguson to learn more about Zonta’s financial performance during this biennium and the budget for the 2024–2026 Biennium. Time will be provided for questions from the audience.

Workshop: A New Future for Women in Widowhood Friday, June 7 - WORKSHOP: A New Future for Women in Widowhood - 1:00 pm CDT Join us for "A New Future for Women in Widowhood" led by renowned advocate and visionary Carolyn Moor and take the first step towards embracing a future filled with hope, empowerment, and the promise of new beginnings. Whether you are recently widowed, or work alongside a widowed woman, this workshop is tailored to inspire positive transformation and equip you with the holistic tools to shape a vibrant and meaningful life beyond loss in your personal and professional life.

June 27—30    Zonta International Convention  Brisbane, Australia Registration is open for this biannual hybrid event where attendees participate in the business of ZI and get inspired by fellow Zontians and supporters as celebrate accomplishments and plan for the future.    Convention website Click on the magazine to open PDF