The Zonta Club of Gaylord Area, MI, USA participated in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence by distributing “Orange Ladies” displays throughout the community to raise awareness about human trafficking and domestic abuse.

The initiative began at the District 15 Fall Conference, where the club purchased a dozen Orange Ladies cutouts to place in local businesses, the public library and a sports facility. Each display included a folded information card listing the signs of human trafficking along with the national hotline, as well as indicators of domestic abuse and both local and national resources for victims seeking help.

The cards also offered guidance on how community members can support someone experiencing abuse, encouraging non-judgmental listening, gentle conversation about unhealthy behaviors and allowing victims to make their own decisions while being prepared for future dialogue.

The back of each card featured information about Zonta International and the local club, helping raise awareness of the organization’s mission to build a better world for women and girls.