The Zonta Club of Cincinnati, USA, partnered with the Cincinnati Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) to host its second annual Journey of Healing – The Trauma-Informed Power of Art Exhibit during the 16 Days of Activism. The exhibit opened on 10 October with a reception attended by more than 130 guests and concluded on 28 October.

The event featured original works from 30 local artists, depicting their personal journeys from trauma to healing and wellness. At the opening, artists shared powerful stories about transforming their pain into art, recounting their experiences of overcoming fear and regaining strength. The exhibit aimed to raise awareness of the lived experiences of survivors and envision a world free of violence against women.

In collaboration with the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL) and Women Helping Women, the club is extending its outreach with live and virtual educational programs in February and March. Topics will include recognizing healthy relationships, identifying red flags of abuse and finding resources for women and girls in danger. From 25 November to 10 December, CHPL hosted book displays on intimate partner violence and distributed Zonta Says NO bookmarks in public restrooms. The bookmarks, which include hotline numbers, provide critical support for those seeking help.

Plans are underway for the club’s third annual Journey of Healing Art Exhibit during the 16 Days of Activism in 2025, again in partnership with the CAC.

Zonta Club of Cincinnati President Jane Wiehe stated, “By uniting our voices, we advocate for all those who have suffered gender-based violence.”

Read more about the event here: Zonta Club and Contemporary Arts Center to Collaborate on New Exhibition