During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Zonta Club of Bjäre, Sweden, raised awareness by creating a window display featuring orange shoes, umbrellas and Zonta posters to spark public conversation around ending violence against women.

On 25 November, the club hosted Ukrainian Zontian Diana Kaynts, who shared her personal experiences of living in Ukraine during the war and highlighted Zonta’s support for those affected by conflict and loss. The program also featured Dr. Bengt Sturesson, a local physician and orthopedic surgeon, who spoke about his long-standing support for a hospital in Ukraine, including efforts to help build a new facility in 2015.

Community engagement continued with a “Buy One Extra” initiative encouraging residents to purchase additional items for a local women’s shelter, resulting in strong public participation. The club concluded the campaign at the local Christmas market with a raffle featuring handmade prizes by Zontians, reinforcing solidarity, generosity and sustained advocacy.