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ZI – Resolution 2, Strategic Plan & 2024-2026 Biennial Goals 2:00pm 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.

“Funny is my Business”

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.

ZI -Financial Overview – Past, Present, Future 2:00 pm CDT

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.

ZI – Financial Overview – Past, Present, Future 7:00pm CDT

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.

ZI Workshop: A New Future for Women in Widowhood 1:00pm CDT

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.

Zonta International Convention 2024

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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

ZI Convention Day 1

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.

ZI Convention – Day 2

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

ZI Convention Day 3

30 June –Livestreamed Sessions from the BCEC Great Hall • Memorial Service – 8:00-8:30 AM AEST • Business Session #7 – 9:00-10:00 AM AEST o Round Table Discussion on Climate Justice • Business Session #8 – 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM AEST o Reports on 2022-2024 International Service Projects o Presentation of 2024-2026 Proposed International Service Projects • Business Session #8 continued – 1:30-3:00 PM AEST o Presentation of 2024-2026 International Service Projects o 2024-2026 Biennial Goals o 2024-2026 Fundraising Goals o 2024-2026 International Committee Chairs • Closing Ceremony & Installation – 3:30 – 5:00 PM AEST o Installation Ceremony o Welcome to Vancouver 2026

The Future of Zonta Tuesday 7/16

Virtual

Learn about making the world a better place for women & girls in the Atlantic Northeast! There is a new e-club forming to unite passionate people in the US and Canadian Northeast region to work together on Zonta's mission. What is the mission? Newly elected President Salla Tuominen will talk about the future of Zonta International and the 2024-2026 Strategic Goals. All are welcome, join us on Zoom 7/16/24 @6:30pm EST  Click https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9885320014 to jump on the zoom. Forum Agenda:Introduction \ Recording from the ZI Convention - 20 minIdentifying a local Action Step for each of the 4 goals - 20 min.Open Q&A

FREE

Club President and Guest – Planning Workshop

Virtual

The 2024 Zonta International Convention is a wrap and we have begun the 2024-2026 Biennium with new leadership at Zonta International and Zonta District 1. Whether you are a new Club President for this biennium or a recycled veteran, we want to be sure you have the support you need to make your leadership experience the best it can be. You and a trusted partner in the club are invited to attend a one-hour workshop where we will cover some critical topics. Two things are needed from you: 1. RSVP to this invitation and let us know who will be joining you for the 7/23 event. 2. Help us streamline our time together by watching the video recording below before the meeting. Bring any questions you have or submit them in advance. President's Orientation from Zonta International - 1-hour session from the ZI Membership Committee on key leadership topics. With this information as background, we will focus our one hour together on helping create goals and a club calendar for the year ahead, identify individual or group resources for current challenges, and set up communication protocols to help reduce the number of email interruptions.

FREE

Uniting for Climate Justice

Virtual

Uniting for Climate Justice and Equality - August 20th at 6:30pm EST | 7:30pm AST Please share with existing and potential members and supporters of Zonta Zonta eClub of Atlantic Northeast in Formation invites you to view a Roundtable recording on Climate Justice presented at the 2024 International Convention August 20 - Workshop: : 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.

FREE