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

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

28 June – Livestreamed Sessions from the BCEC Great Hall Opening Ceremony and Flag Parade – 8:30-11:00 AM AEST Keynote Presentation by Rabia Siddique Business Session #1 – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM AEST State of Zonta - International President’s Report Executive Director’s Report Business Session #2 – 1:30-3:00 PM AEST Awardee Speeches – Amelia Earhart Fellow Ha Tran, Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholar Sanuri De Silva, Young Women in Public Affairs Awardee Andrea Frederick, and Women in STEM Scholar Shayna Spencer Remarkable Women, Powerful Stories with Lynne Foley and Sue Middleton Business Session #3 – 3:30-5:00 PM AEST International Nominating Committee Report Candidate Speeches   Note: Streaming will end at the conclusion of Business Session #3 and before voting for candidates begins.

29 June - Livestreamed Sessions from the BCEC Great Hall • Business Session #4 – 8:30-10:30 AM AEST o 2024-2026 Zonta International and Zonta Foundation for Women Budget o 2024-2026 Education Programs and Fundraising Goals o Bylaws and Resolutions Committee Report • Business Session #4 continued – 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM AEST o Bylaws and Resolutions Committee Report • Election Results – 1:30 PM AEST • Business Session #5 – 1:30 – 3:00 PM AEST o Keynote Presentation by Lisa Blair • Business Session #6 – 3:30 – 5:30 PM AEST o Membership Recognition o Zonta Excellence in Service and Advocacy AwarZ