In a heartfelt commemoration, the Zonta Club of Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines, together with the Z Club of Saint Louis School, Now Forming Z Club of Solano High School and members of the OFW organization of Solano, gathered to honor the lives of women who have tragically lost their lives due to violence and abuse.

This poignant event was held where members of the community came together to remember those who suffered at the hands of violence and to renew their commitment to creating a safer environment for women and girls.

The event to honor the memory of the victims began with a solemn moment of silence, allowing attendees to reflect on the loss of lives caused by violence. Candles symbolizing hope and resilience were lit, also as an expression of solidarity with the survivors of violence.

The blessing of the gravestone was officiated by Fr. Roy D. Quiambao.

The club remains committed to continuing its advocacy for women’s rights by creating programs that raise awareness about violence against women. It is hoped that this annual memorial service will serve as a catalyst for change within the community.

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Zonta Fun Bike

The Zonta Club of Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines, organized a Zonta Fun Bike event that began at Heroes Park and traversed the rural barangays of San Luis, Lactawan, Mapaina, Uddiawan, Bangaan, Wacal, and Quezon. Participants wore T-shirts emblazoned with the message “I SUPPORT THE ZONTA CLUB OF NUEVA VIZCAYA: STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN.”

Atty. Jerome Marcos and Barangay Captain Melchor Marzo served as lead guides for the event, accompanied by groups including baysol, kapedal, bagabag mountain bikers, padyak tulak mountain bikers, rotary club of vizcaya, villaverde mountain bikers, bambang mountain bikers, t6t and other individual bikers.

The Fun Bike event aimed to raise awareness within the community, especially among residents in the rural areas of Solano, about the importance of stopping violence against women.

Throughout the journey, the song “Sandigan ng mga Kababaihan” played, celebrating and honoring women while emphasizing their strength, resilience and invaluable contributions to society.