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

  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.

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.

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

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/

Each January, Zonta celebrates the spirit and impact of legendary pilot Amelia Earhart, one of Zonta International's most famous former members. On January 11th we observe Amelia Earhart Day as we commemorate the records she broke 86 years ago and celebrate her contributions to the aerospace industry and her empowerment of women in science. Zonta International invites its districts, clubs, and members to honor Earhart and promote the Amelia Earhart Fellowship during Amelia Earhart Month. Read more here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8w6J9Q4kaNk

Zonta International celebrates International Women's Day, which takes place on March 8th each year, as Zonta Rose Day. Zonta Rose Day is a time to reflect on past achievements and honor the efforts of people working towards gender equity. Zonta members around the world celebrate in a variety of ways, including: Donating to the Zonta Foundation for Women, Participating in local events, Partnering with similar organizations, Celebrating women's achievements, and Making special donations in honor or memory of women who have empowered us. 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.