During the months of November and December, members of the Zonta Club of Jamestown donated items to bring holiday joy to ANEW. Pictured dropping off the donations are Zontians Wendy Burns and Kathy Stedman.
The 16 Days of Activism
During the 16 Days of Activism each year, all Zonta clubs and districts, including the Zonta Club of Jamestown, are encouraged to take part in the Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign and to take local, national, and international actions to influence the creation and implementation of laws, as well as change gender-based attitudes and behaviors to end violence against women.
The 16 Days of Activism occurs from November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to December 10, Human Rights Day.
This year the local club enlisted the help of Jamestown Mayor Kimberly Ecklund to help spread the word. She issued a proclamation for the 16 Day of Activism and posed with members of the club in the lobby of Jamestown City Hall. Mayor Ecklund is quoted saying “The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a vital opportunity to stand in solidarity with women and girls worldwide who face the devastating impacts of violence. Here in Jamestown, we commit to raising awareness, advocating for meaningful change, and ensuring that every woman and girl can live with dignity, safety, and equality. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and build a future where women thrive.”
The club also set up displays in area libraries, displayed yard signs, and decorated a tree in Baker Park.
For more information about the Zonta Club of Jamestown, go to zontaclubofjamestown.org.
Pink Out Event
The Falconer Girls’ Volleyball team and boosters held a Pink Out event to benefit Lily’s Hope. Volunteers from the Zonta Club of Jamestown at Lily’s Hope assist women who need a wig and also offer them scarves, turbans, tote bags and most importantly, a compassionate ear to listen. These services are made possible through generous donations from local groups like the Falconer Girls Volleyball Boosters who recently donated $1479.
Lily’s Hope is located at UPMC Chautauqua at 207 Foote Avenue in Jamestown. There is a lovely boutique area just inside the Foote Avenue entrance. Hours are by appointment. Appointments can be made by calling 716-450-1675.
Pictured are members of the Falconer Girls Volleyball Team and Dawn Columbare, Lily’s Hope representative from the Zonta Club of Jamestown.
