Zonta International Project to eliminate Obstetric Fistula in Liberia.
Welcome to Zonta
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Transcript of Welcome to Zonta
Section I - Overview Mission, vision, history and
structure Biennial goals and service projects Zonta International and Zonta
International Foundation Boards and Committees
Zonta MissionZonta International is a global organization of executives and
professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service and
advocacy.
Zonta Vision Zonta International envisions a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. In such a world, every woman is literate and has access to education, health care, legal and economic resources on an equal basis with men. In such a world, no woman lives in fear of
violence.
Zonta History 1919 - Founded in Buffalo, New York, USA – first
focus was equal pay issues
1921 - First Zonta Convention held in Syracuse, NY
1930 - Zonta Confederation became Zonta
International with the first European club in Vienna,
Austria
1928 - Zonta opens national headquarters in Chicago
Zonta History 1946 - Consultative status with United Nations
1948 - First South American Club (Chile)
1952 - First Asian Club (Philippines)
1965 - New Zealand
1966 - Australia
1970 - First African Club (Ghana)
Zonta is secular and nonpartisan.
Zonta MembershipGlobal Reach
Nearly 1,200 Clubs in 65 countries
Nearly 30,000 members
Organizational Structure
BIENNIAL GOALS ANDSERVICE PROJECTS
Zonta International Service Programs
International Service Program Zonta International Strategies to End Violence Against
Women (ZISVAW) Program Amelia Earhart Fellowships Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Awards Emma L. Conlon Service Award
For more information visit www.zonta.org or contact your District Foundation Ambassador
International Service Program2012-2014 Projects
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF): Elimination
of New Pediatric HIV Infection and Prevention and Response
to Survivors of Domestic and Gender-Based Violence in
Rwanda
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA):
Liberia Fistula Program
UN Trust Fund, administered by UN Women (The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women) : Mass Communication with a Purpose:
Global Partnership on Edutainment for Social Change
Empowering Women in Rural Samoa to Combat Violence
UN Women (The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women): Safe Cities for Women in Honduras
Zonta International Strategies to End Violence Against Women (ZISVAW) Program 2012-2014
Fellowships, Scholarships and Awards Amelia Earhart Fellowship – Fellowship for women pursuing
Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace-related sciences and engineering
Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship – Scholarship for women pursuing undergraduate and Master’s degrees in business management
Young Women in Public Affairs Award (YWPA) - Recognizes young women for their demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life
Emma L. Conlon Service Award – Recognizes Z and Golden Z Clubs whose projects and programs best express the ideals of Zonta International through local and international service and advocacy to advance the status of women worldwide
Zonta International Foundation
The Zonta International Foundation carries out the charitable objectives of Zonta International. It manages all club and individual donations in order to fund the International Service Projects, Scholarships and VISVAW Projects.
Clubs are asked to contribute 1/3 of the charitable money they raise to the International Foundation. Members can also donate individually.
Member dues cover administrative costs of Zonta International. Charitable donations are not used for administrative purposes.
Zonta International Foundation 2012-2014 Fundraising Goals2012-2014 Foundation Fundraising GoalsTotal (excluding the Endowment Fund)
US$4,938,000International Service Fund $2,000,000ZISVAW Fund $1,162,000Amelia Earhart Fellowship Fund $700,000Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship Fund $232,000Young Women in Public Affairs Award Fund $144,000Rose Fund $700,000
Zonta International Advocacy Violence Against Women (Zonta Says No) CEDAW (Convention on Elimination of Discrimination
Against Women) MGDs (Millennium Development Goals) Anti-Trafficking Prevention and Treatment of HIV/AIDS Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
Zonta International &
Zonta International Foundation Boards & Committees
Zonta International Committees
Elected Committee: NominatingStanding Committees: Bylaws & Resolutions Convention Finance Membership Public Relations &
Communications Service Advocacy United Nations Amelia Earhart Fellowship
Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship
Young Women in Public Affairs Award
Special Committees: Z Clubs and Golden Z Clubs Council of Europe
Zonta International Foundation Standing Committees: Finance and Audit Development Investment
Zonta International Board and Zonta International
Foundation BoardName Office Zonta Club
Lynn J. McKenzie President Wellington, New ZealandMaria Jose Landeira Oestergaard President-Elect Copenhangen, DenmarkSonja Hönig Schough Vice President Kungsbacka, SwedenKathleen Hughes Treasurer/Secretary Springfield, OH, USAJoy Orlich Director (2012-2014) Greater Reno, USAGabriella Samara Paphitis Director (2012-2014) Nicosia Region, CyprusLaura Peters Director (2012-2014) Newport Harbor Area, USADenise Quarles Director (2012-2014) Michigan Capitol Area, USA
Anita Schnetzer-Spranger Director (2012-2014) Mainz, Germany
Maria Stefanova Director (2012-2014) Saint Sofia, BulgariaElizabeth Woodgate Director (2012-2014) Peel Region Inc., Australia
Zonta Symbols “Zonta” is a Lakota Sioux word meaning honest and
trustworthy The Yellow Rose is a symbol of Zonta. Yellow Rose
Day on March 8 is also International Women’s Day. Yellow roses were used by suffragettes in the USA.
The Zonta logo is a combination of 5 native American symbols: the Z is a ray of light, the U means carry together, the upside-down U means to stand with, the two triangles at the sides indicate a shelter and the square is honesty and trust.
International Conventions
The 2014 Zonta International Convention will be held in Orlando, Florida, USA, 27 June – 1 July, 2014
Conventions are held biennially in different countries.
Section II - Overview• Club Organization• Club Functions• District and Areas
THE ZONTA CLUB OF (insert club name)
Zonta Club of (insert name)
Zonta clubs are the basic organizational unit of Zonta International.
Your Club was chartered in XXXX and is one of X clubs in Area X.
Area X is one of 4 Areas in District 12 which includes 21 clubs in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and South Dakota.
Club Meetings Club business meetings are held on date and
time at location. Rules of operation are located in the ZI Club
Manual (on www.zonta.org under Member Resources) and the our club’s bylaws.
Club Organization Board:• President• Vice President• Secretary• Treasurer• Directors – four• Past President
Committees:• Membership• Service• Advocacy• Fund Raising• Public Relations• Historian/Archivist• International/United
Nations
Modify as needed
Club FoundationIf your club has a Foundation, describe it here.
Local ServiceAdd your club’s local service projects here
FundraisingAdd your club’s fundraising goals, strategies and results here
Local AdvocacyClick to add details of your club’s advocacy goals and/or achievements here.
Area (X) Meetings & Workshops
Each area is administered by an Area Director elected by the clubs in the area. The Area Directors are on the District Board and report to the District governor. Area conferences are held each spring and are hosted by one of the clubs in the Area. Members should consider attending these conferences which provide education and training opportunities and are a chance to socialize with and be inspired by other Zontians.
District 12 Information
District 12 is made up of 21 clubs organized into 4 Areas.
The District Board is consists of the Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary, Treasurer and the 4 Area Directors. Committee Chairs are appointed.
District 12 website is www.zontadistrict12.org
District 12 ConferencesDistrict 12 Conferences are held in the fall every other year. The conference is hosted by one of the D12 clubs on a rotating basis. Clubs send voting delegates and other members attend for the programs, the socializing and to be involved in the life of the District.
A Governor’s Seminar is held on the “off” years. It is also hosted by a D12 club on a rotating basis. It is shorter and less formal than the Conference and emphasizes training and information sharing.
Section III - Overview•Benefits of Membership•Member Resources•Member Responsibilities
Zonta and You: Benefits of Zonta Membership Make a difference in the lives of women and girls
everywhere Participate in and support quality service, advocacy
and scholarship programs Meet a diverse range of members. Build leadership and mentoring skills Enjoy fellowship and fun through international
understanding
Member Responsibilities Attend monthly business meetings. Serve as an active member on a club committee. Pay dues in a prompt manner. Accept leadership positions cheerfully. Participate in club projects including Service, Advocacy
and Fund Raising. Identify and recommend new members. Attend Area, District, and International meetings, as time
and resources allow.
Zonta and You: Website Member Resources
Website – www.zonta.org Online tools for leadership, membership development,
public relations, service, advocacy and fundraising Information about current ZI Programs funded by ZIF, scholarship
and award recipients such as Amelia Earhart Fellows Share Your Story – success stories of Zonta service and advocacy
shared by Zonta clubs around the world Frequently asked Questions/Contact Us
District Website – www.zontadistrict12.orgClub Website – enter your club website here
Zonta and You: Additional Resources
Enter your Club newsletter here The Zontian magazine Zonta International monthly e-
newsletter Zonta leadership (Governors,
Lieutenant Governors, Area Directors, Club Presidents)
Foundation Ambassadors Zonta International official social
media on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Flickr
Thank you for your commitment to advancing the status of women
worldwide!