Zonta International
District 4
Two Countries United to Build a Better World for Women & Girls
“Every member matters, whether they are brand new or seasoned. We can all work together to “Build a Better World for Women & Girls.”
“Our Zonta International president, Salla Tuominen, has chosen a new motto to help us remember our goals – Sustainability, Spirit & Speaking up For Human Rights. Everyone can use these three things to make your meetings more sustainable and full of spirit as you Speak up for Human Rights!”
Governor Jane Newman
Guest Speaker Dr. Samra Zafar
The Zonta D4 Board and Conference Committee has extended the registration for the 59th Conference 2025 on the D4 Members’ Website.
Registration Deadline is now extended to
Aug 12th, if you are joining us for the theatre on Saturday night,
or
August 20th, for regular conference registration.
Log in and review the various conference pages under D4 Events.
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Lisa Blair Honorary ZI Member
Zonta International names Lisa Blair an International Honorary Member. On 5 June, World Environment Day, Zonta International proudly awarded Lisa Blair, OAM, an honorary membership.
Share Your Story Festival
Join Zonta International on 26 August 2025 for the Share Your Story Festival—a virtual celebration highlighting the impact and innovation of clubs worldwide. Hear from six inspiring clubs as they share how their service and advocacy efforts are creating meaningful change in their communities.
Save the Date: UNICEF presents Laaha
Save the Date: UNICEF presents Laaha: A Virtual Experience Join UNICEF on 4 September 2025 for an online virtual experience. Get an inside look at Laaha and the work being done behind this digital safe space. Hear from Laaha representatives and listen to real stories of beneficiaries.
How is Artificial Intelligence impacting Gender Equality
Causes and consequences. Join Zonta International on 9 September 2025 for an online discussion with experts from the Council of Europe’s Gender Equality Commission on algorithmic bias, the gender gap in tech and the new “Framework Convention on AI and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law.”
Meet June's Remarkable Woman!
Meet Zynara Ng, a public speaking coach, TEDx speaker and former global video producer at YouTube. Zynara shares how finding her voice transformed her purpose. Now leading a video team at Google, she empowers others to overcome internal barriers and speak with confidence.
Listen to Zynara’s episode on the go
D4 Posts
Zonta Jamestown Inducts New Members
Zonta Club of Jamestown Welcomes New Members The Zonta Club of Jamestown is proud to announce the induction of its newest members, further strengthening its mission to build a better world for women and girls. The induction ceremony, held on January 22, welcomed four...
Zonta Kitchener-Waterloo Inducts New Members
Batavia-Genesee Hosts Lucky Number Lunchen
Zonta Jamestown Hosts Local People’s March
On January 18, 2025, in addition to the tens of thousands of everyday people from all over the U.S. and the world who converged in Washington, D.C. for a mass march, the Zonta Club of Jamestown hosted a local People’s March. Participants joined club members from as...
ZC of Owen Sound
Zonta of Owen Sound was busy in December wrapping up the end of 2024, assembling Hygiene Kits for local women in need at the monthly meeting. This year another 50 kits were compiled and delivered to four agencies in the city of Owen Sound that provide services to...
What Happened in Kenmore…
ZC Kitchener-Waterloo Donate to Noble House
The Zonta Club of Kitchener - Waterloo members donated items and cash to purchase items to fill 27 gift bags for the residents of a local group home Noble House. For some, this might be their only Christmas gift under the tree. One resident, thanks to a generous...
Zonta Corry’s Actions
Red Kettle Drive Donation Barb Chase, left, a member of the Zonta Club of the Corry Area, presents a $500 check to Major Ron Heimbrock of the Corry Salvation for the organization’s annual Red Kettle Drive. The Zonta club donates the money as part of its service...
Zonta Kitchener-Waterloo Actions
A busy week for our Zonta KW Club: November 23rd our largest group of volunteers since the pandemic gathered to assemble 1,000 birthing kits. This brings us up to 29,000 birthing kits, which will be delivered in the spring, along with an additional 1,000 we plan to...
Amelia Earhart Day January 11th
The D4 Amelia Earhart Fellowship Committee and the Zonta Foundation Committee request that in January the clubs commemorate Amelia Earhart Day by providing information to the members about the Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program On 11 January 1935, Earhart embarked on a...
Zonta Jamestown Activities
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...
ZC of Owen Sound’s Advocacy Actions
Bright and early Monday, Nov 25th, 2024 a sizeable crowd attended Owen Sound City Hall to raise the Zonta Flag in support of Zonta Says No to Violence Against Women. November 25th is recognized as International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women....
ZC of Corry: Gifts to Domestic Violence Shelter
Corry Zonta Donates Gift Bags Sandy Crowell, left, and Bev Burton, members of the Service and Advocacy committee for the Zonta Club of the Corry Area, show bags of gifts that Zonta members donated to Safe Journey so victims of domestic abuse and teen dating violence...
Participating in Partner Organization Events
16 Days of Activism Participating in Partner Organization events I am a member of Zonta Club of Toronto and Lieutenant Governor of District 4. On October 24, 2024, I joined my friends Maria and Rob to participate in The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Night Light Walk...
Governor’s Nov. 2024 Message
Happy Thanksgiving my American Zonta friends! I hope you have had a great weekend with family and friends. As we start the 16 Days of Activism, I hope your club is doing something special during that time, whether in person or on your social media. Remember to share...
Zonta Foundation for Women
The District 4 Zonta Foundation Ambassadors and Committee thank you in advance for your support to the Zonta Foundation for Women by donating to Every Member Every November! When you donate to the Foundation: You make a positive impact on someone’s life. Every...
What’s Happening in ZC of Owen Sound
Fabulous & Fun Fashion Show On Friday, Sept 27th the Zonta Club of Owen Sound came together for a truly Fabulous and FUN evening! The committee raised in excess of $3000.00 from this sold out fashion show, with the proceeds to be allocated for initiatives in our...
Corry Zonta 16 Days of Activism
Jessica Gardner, left, chair of the Service and Advocacy Committee of the Zonta Club of the Corry Area; and Connie Cooper, president of the Corry club, get ready to place yard signs designating Zonta Says No to Violence Against Women. Several members of the club...
Lighting of the Falls – Nov. 24th
Everyone is welcome to attend this fun event. Please note the new start time as 9:00 PM Contact Sarah at [email protected] for more information
ZC Batavia-Genesee Annual Artisan & Vendor Marketplace
ZC of Jamestown – Zontian of the Year
The Zonta Club of Jamestown honored its Zontian of the Year at the club’s program meeting on October 16, at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel. Each year the club selects a member who stands for women’s rights and advocates for equality, education, and an end to child...
ZC Olean Busy Fall
Greetings… We have a busy fall with lots of events planned. October 20 we helped the Lions club and the Rotary club make blankets for the crisis center… Children of domestic violence, all receive a blanket when they come to the agency .October 26. We are having our...
Message from D4 Lt. Governor – 16 Days of Activism
16 Days of Activism Participating in Partner Organization events I am a member of Zonta Club of Toronto and Lieutenant Governor of District 4. On October 24, 2024, I joined my friends Maria and Rob to participate in The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Night Light Walk...
ZC Toronto – Online Conversation About Trafficking
This multi-million dollar business is happening here and now. Hear from a survivor, a detective and Victim Services. You can register through Eventbrite by using this link....
ZC of Toronto – Recognized Member
Congratulations Zonta Toronto Vice President, Laki Serasingha. Laki has been awarded the recognition, “Leader in Education 40 Under 40” by the Markham Board of Trade/Markham City for her work at StudentScholars: Online, Onsite & In-home Learning. Student...
ZC Kenmore – Breakfast with Santa
ZC of Kenmore – Sold Next Door Movie Screening
Project Mona’s House and the Zonta Club of Kenmore presents a Movie Screening and Community Discussion of the Sold Next Door documentary on human trafficking. This free event will be held at the Kenmore Branch Library, Kenmore, NY 14217 on December 5, 2024 at 6:00...
Zonta Says No Summit – Save the Date
Save the Date
Zonta International Advocacy Information
Everything you need to know about the Zonta Says NO Campaign Tuesday, 15 October | Two Sessions: 10:00 AM & 4:00 PM Chicago Time Join Zonta International and the Zonta Says NO Working Group to learn more about The Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign,...
Take Action for Day of the Girl
Girls hear enough about how they should fit in. How about telling them that they are enough? Let's stop spreading negative messages about what girls should be, what they should wear, how they should behave, why they should change themselves, etc. This International...
Carolyn Mooney Memorial Scholarship
Zonta Club of Hamburg-Orchard Park Awards Carolyn Mooney Memorial Scholarships Carolyn Mooney was an active member of the Zonta Club of Hamburg-Orchard Park for over 30 years. She held numerous offices and Committee Chairs. As an educator the Scholarship Committee...
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