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In the news: “Red Shoes on Display”: “Zonta Says No” returns to Savona to put an end to violence against women

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A special contest to honor the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is back. Zonta International’s Savona chapter has decided to organize the second edition of this very special initiative.

“Zonta says NO” is even more evocative this year thanks to the collaboration with AICC (Italian Association of Ceramic Cities) – an association that brings together municipalities with an established ceramic tradition recognized by the MISE (Ministry of Economic Development) and the Baia della ceramica (with the municipalities of Savona, Albissola Marina, Albisola Superiore and Celle Ligure), coordinated by Indaco grafica & eventi.

A contest will be organized with the merchants of the city of Torretta, involving many participants, to raise awareness of an important issue and liven up their shop windows. The contest will feature themed shop windows set up by participating businesses, displaying the “red ceramic shoes” part of a project launched in 2017 with the initiative’s partners (AICC and Baia della Ceramica).

From November 17th to 28th, it will be possible to admire many of the city’s shop windows set up on the themes that will be the subject of the contest. On the afternoon of November 28th (at 2:30 pm) in the Sala Rossa of the Municipality of Savona, photographs of the shop windows will be brought to life and, thanks to a selected jury, the three most evocative shop windows will be recognized.

All citizens are invited to visit the shop windows in the city and also to participate on November 28th for the closing of this event, which is certainly deeply felt by all the protagonists of this edition.

“This initiative aims to represent a very sensitive topic that, on this occasion, unites commerce, the art of ceramics, and the Zonta Club Savona in a large journey through themed installations to not forget… and reflect,” says Elisa Zanelli, president of the Savona chapter of Zonta International.

This story was translated into English using Google Translate.

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District 25 youth leaders release “Safe and Empowered: United Against Abuse”

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Nasreen Khan, District Chair for Z and Youth Clubs in District 25, has produced a special video for the 16 Days of Activism. The clip features Z and Youth Club members from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal discussing cyberbullying and early child marriage.

The video is centered on the theme “Safe and Empowered: United Against Abuse,” highlighting the collective voice of young leaders who are calling for awareness, protection and meaningful action.

District 25 hopes that Zontians and supporters worldwide will watch, share and uplift the voices of these youth advocates. Leaders emphasized that hearing directly from young people is essential to shaping solutions that protect their rights and empower the next generation.

Click here to watch the video.

Zonta Club of Tokyo II holds Table Talk for Zonta Says NO

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The Zonta Club of Tokyo II, Japan, held a Zonta Says NO table talk during its November regular meeting.

The Zonta Club of Bangkok IX collaborates with Golden Z Club to say NO to violence against women

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The Zonta Club of Bangkok IX, Thailand, together with the Golden Z Club Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), will launch an event on 26 November which will feature learn-by-doing activities, an essay competition and a public relations parade aimed at raising awareness of violence against women and encouraging students to become advocates for change.

Throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, all club members, its Z Club school partners and the Golden Z Club RMUTP will amplify the campaign both online and across school and university premises. Signboards, digital posts and student-led initiatives will reinforce the message that ending violence against women requires collective action and continuous advocacy.

Golden Z Club Marburg holds fundraisers to support women’s self-defense

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The Golden Z Club Marburg has donated €1,000 to a local association offering self-defense courses for women and girls, using proceeds from its ongoing feminist film matinee series.

Every four weeks, the club partners with a local cinema to host a Sunday matinee with a champagne reception, featuring films with feminist backgrounds.

Initiatives are everywhere: Zonta Club of Hualien advocates during District 31 Annual Meeting

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Club President Peng Liping of the Zonta Club of Hualien, Taiwan, led 21 members and their families to attend the Zonta International District 31 Annual Meeting in Tainan, Taiwan.

Along the way, the group stopped at Duoliang Station in Taitung, one of the most beautiful train stations in Taiwan, where they held a “Zonta Says NO” advocacy activity to raise awareness about ending violence against women. There were many tourists on the scene, making the initiative very effective.

Before the official opening of the annual meeting on 11 October, members also visited Taijiang National Park to continue their “Zonta Says NO” advocacy. Through these activities, the club aimed to spread Zonta’s mission and increase public understanding of the organization’s goals throughout Taiwan.

In the news: Zonta club hosts dometic violence awareness walk

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In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Zonta Club of Elizabethtown, USA, recently held it’s Seventh annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk.

Club members and participants carried signs along Ring Road in front of Derm Specialist and Blue Oval businesses to draw attention to the issue. Signs were then posted along the road and will remain up until the end of October.

Kentucky has the second-highest ranking for domestic violence in the nation. There were 7,964 arrests in 2024.

In the last reporting period for fatalities, 2023, Kentucky had 26 deaths, and all were women. Nineteen of these were gun violence-related. SpringHaven Domestic Violence Program, serving the eight counties in the area, served 181 domestic violence victims in the shelter and 883 others.

Club President Linda Funk reported that in the five weeks prior to the walk, the local paper reported arrests for 12 domestic violence-related assaults, six strangulation charges, one EPO violation, a dating violence arrest, a rape, and a September article that referenced a June incident involving a father shooting a gun at the mother of his 6-year-old child during a visitation transfer.

The guest speaker for the walk, John Wright, director of public relations for the Hardin County Schools, said there are 14,600 students in the system, and the issue of children experiencing domestic violence is a concern.

Wright said there are 3,000-plus staff in HCS, and fortunately, a good portion of them are ladies, and if not, schools likely would not function as well.

In thanking Wright, Funk encouraged everyone to speak out against violence and especially asked that men speak up and be a voice against domestic violence.

Zonta’s Mission, both locally and internationally, is to advocate against gender-based violence. Zonta also advocates against child marriage, human trafficking, and addresses issues of fairness and equality for women and girls academically and in the workplace. Additionally, Zonta has an interest in promoting awareness of climate change and its impact on women.

For information about Zonta, go to Facebook or for meetings or membership inquiries, call or text Kelly Roark at 270-401-8141.

Read the full article here: https://www.thenewsenterprise.com/features/neighbors/zonta-hosts-domestic-violence-awareness-walk/article_b9ac5ee8-f0f5-5c24-9f5b-9bedd084ba98.html

Zonta Club of Taoyuan’s “Love Without Limits” series

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The Zonta Club of Taoyuan, Taiwan, joined six other clubs in presenting the “Respecting Her, Infinite Possibilities” joint exhibition, highlighting Zonta’s global mission to create a better world for women and girls.

Under the theme “Love Without Limits,” the Taoyuan club’s exhibit celebrated the core values of Zonta International through artistic expression. The display reflected the organization’s commitment to women’s empowerment, climate action and the prevention of child marriage, symbolizing the diverse and inclusive spirit of Zonta.

The exhibition invited viewers to explore the many facets of womanhood: strength, resilience, compassion and leadership, while showcasing the transformative power of service and advocacy.

Modhupur Adult Training Program

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The Zonta Club of Dhaka III, Bangladesh, has launched a new project to empower Garo women in Modhupur, about 100 miles from the capital, through sustainable craft training.

In the Garo community, women often shoulder full responsibility for their families. To help improve their livelihoods, the club is providing skills training for 20 women every four months to create bamboo items such as trays, lampshades and coasters. Once trained, the women can sell their products, gaining financial independence and stability.

The club president, past governor and members of the club attended the opening ceremony of the project, which aims to ensure better access to food, housing, healthcare and education for participants and their families. The initiative also promotes respect, empowerment and freedom from violence through economic independence.

In the news: ‘Violence isn’t inevitable’: Zonta Noosa leads local push for change

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“Domestic and family violence isn’t inevitable,” says Zonta Noosa president Tracey Stubbs, ahead of a regional forum aimed at driving change.

The combined Zonta clubs of the Sunshine Coast will be hosting a domestic and family violence prevention forum at UniSC on Friday 8 November.

“Change starts locally, and every voice makes a difference,” Tracey said.

Join service providers, advocates, and people with lived experience of Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) for a powerful day of learning, sharing, and action.

Speakers include Jo Mason (Founder and CEO, Workhaven); Acting Magistrate Raelene Ellis; Snr Sergeant Jonathon McBride (Sunshine Coast DFV and Vulnerable Persons Unit); and representatives from Women’s Legal Service Queensland.

The forum will explore how communities of practice – collaborative networks that prioritise safety, inclusivity, and respect – can strengthen prevention, response, and recovery for those affected by DFV.

The event coincides with Zonta International’s anniversary, marking over a century of global work to improve women’s health, expand economic opportunities, and prevent gender-based violence.

Forum details are at: www.trybooking.com/DFPRE

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