The Zonta Club of Janesville, USA, is participating in the #16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and the Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign in three ways.

To kick off the advocacy campaign in Janesville, the bridges at the ARISE Town Square will be lit orange from 25 to 30 November. The club will also erect a silhouette outside the Janesville Woman’s Club featuring messages about gender-based violence. Additionally, local Zontians will engage in a social media campaign about the prevalence and impact of gender-based violence. The last two actions will take place November 25th-December 10th.

Locally, the club provides scholarships to single mothers, women studying business and STEM and high school women who show leadership in their community. The club also supports the local YWCA, which provides shelter to the victims of domestic violence. The actions the club is taking during the 16 Days of Activism will help them in their mission because 35% of women and girls experience violence. Less gender-based violence equals a better world for women and girls and removes an obstacle to an empowered and fulfilled life.

The club would like to thank the City of Janesville and the Woman’s Club of Janesville for their help and cooperation with this campaign.