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 is releasing information for the 59th Conference 2025 on the D4 Members’ Website.
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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
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...
Who’s Got the Wine?
Wine Raffle/Restaurant Gift Cards Raffle “Wine flies when you’re having fun.” Anonymous Our case of Wine Raffle/$100 Gift Cards fundraiser is currently in progress. Please make every effort to sell all of your raffle tickets and make this...
Where’s the Meat?
The Zonta Cheektowaga-Lancaster Foundation is sponsoring a Halloween Meat Raffle for its Fall Fundraiser. Will be held on Saturday, October 19 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 4569 Broadway, corner of Borden Rd. Depew NY. Doors open at 6 PM and the 1st spin will be...
ZC Toronto Online Conversation on Human Trafficking
ZC Jamestown Assembles 120 Birthing Kits for Peru
The Zonta Club of Jamestown provided 120 birthing kits for the University of Buffalo School of Nursing international medical trip to Peru. Molli Oldenburg DNP, RN Clinical Associate Professor and the Global Initiatives Coordinator for the School of Nursing led a team...
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