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Zonta Club of Ilocos Norte and Mariano Marcos State University College of Teacher Education Z Club presents spoken word poetry contest

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The Zonta Club of Ilocos Norte and the Mariano Marcos State University, College of Teacher Education Golden Z club proudly present their Golden Voice Against Gender-Based Violence, a spoken word poetry contest.

In line with this year’s 16 Day campaign to end violence against women and children, the contest aims to amplify voices against any violence. The competition is divided into two categories, one for females with the theme of women supporting women, and the second is geared towards males with the theme of He for She.

There will be three winners in each category, and they will be given a cash prize. The club also included special prizes for the participants.

Ilocos Norte National High School Z Club plans activities to say NO

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In celebration of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Ilocos Norte National High School Z Club planned some exciting activities to say NO to violence against women. Here are a few of their planned activities:

  • Essay Writing.
  • Spoken Word Poetry.
  • TikTok Make-up Competition.

The club hopes contestants don’t miss out on the chance to lighten up the world by sharing their talents. Prizes will be distributed to the winners, and the club hopes that we say NO to violence against women together.

Golden Z Club of Mariano Marcos State University’s College of Teacher Education Says NO in special Facebook profile frames

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“Gender-based violence is one of the most pervasive and yet least- recognized human rights abuses in the world.”- Anonymous.

In celebration of UNWomen’s and Zonta International’s 16 Day campaign to end gender-based violence, the Mariano Marcos State University’s College of Teacher Education Golden Z Club, the Philippines, stands by the fact that no person should ever be worn down and violated. Together, we say NO to Violence and YES to love and kindness. The club teamed up with the Zonta Club of Ilocos Norte to advocate valuing human rights and striving for equality.

Starting last 25 November, the officers, members and interested participants included a special frame in their Facebook profile pictures as part of the 16 Days of Activism. This activity will last until 10 December, but the advocacy shall carry on.

Zonta Club of London partners with Savera UK on 16 Days of Activism

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The Zonta Club of London, England, partnered with Savera UK to raise awareness during 16 Days of Activism. They did a series of activities such as lighting up the Merseyside area in orange, a local action toolkit and an international panel highlighting that culture is beautiful, but no excuse for abuse.

Hong Kong International School Z Club Says NO to violence against women

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The Hong Kong International School Z Club, Hong Kong, held an event after school during the 16 days of activism, with performances by students to help spotlight some of the inequalities that women face in Hong Kong; and domestic violence against women in Hong Kong and the world. The audience was given free cookies to promote Zonta International.

Ilocos Norte National High School Z Club colors the world in orange

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The Ilocos Norte National High School Z Club, the Philippines, joined the Zonta Club Ilocos Norte in a motorcade as a kick-off activity for this year’s 16 Days of Activism. The 16 Days of Activism campaign sought to end gender-based violence, especially violence against women. The club’s officers and advisers actively participated and looked chick and fabulous in their orange wigs. The clubs band together to say NO to violence against women

In the news: Zonta Club of Kauai at midpoint of 16 Days of Activism

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Photo: Dennis Fujimoto/The Garden Island
The Zonta Club of Kaua‘i, all garbed in orange, present some of the completed Malama Pu‘olo Na Wahine, or care bundles, to Catholic Charities and Child and Family Service, Saturday during the awareness gathering at the Kukui Grove Center.

LIHU‘E — Saturday marked the midpoint of the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i 16 Days of Activism, Zonta Says No to Violence Against Women.

The campaign to raise awareness and end violence against women and girls started on Nov. 25 and will continue until Dec. 10.

“We still have a week to go,” said Edie Ignacio Neumiller of the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i. “But instead of just raising awareness, we’re moving to action.”

Completed Malama Pu‘olo Na Wahine, or care bundles in specially-created drawstring bags created by Girl Scouts in Troops 174, 775, and 4364, were presented to representatives of Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, and Child and Family Service who were present at the Kukui Grove Center food court with information on the services each organization had to offer.

The charities were selected to receive the bundles because a lot of their clients are women and children who cannot afford the items contained in the pu‘olo, or because they are homeless.

“There is still until Friday to go,” Neumiller said. “Supplies are still coming in, and everyone is packing as more bags and supplies become available.”

Zonta Club of Kaua‘i members made a show of force, garbed in orange symbolizing a brighter future, free of violence and serving as a means of demonstrating solidarity in eliminating all forms of violence against women.

Orange also is the color of the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women that started Nov. 25 as part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

“We want to thank Sara Miura of Deja Vu Surf Hawai‘i who was so enthusiastic about collecting supplies for the care bundles,” Neumiller said. “Sara had the collection boxes ready from before the Nov. 25 start date. Today, we did a final collection and told Deja Vu to send any potential contributors to the food court.”

During the 16 Days of Activism, the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i set goals to inspire and encourage Zonta clubs and individuals to raise awareness of, and take action to prevent gender-based violence, to let individuals know they are part of a global community of activists and are empowered to take action by being part of the campaign through the donation of care items.

“We’re not just raising awareness,” Neumiller said. “We’re moving to action.”

The Zonta Club of Kaua‘i and the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i Foundation are currently partnering with The Garden Island newspaper for the Christmas Fund that provides funds for people in the Kaua‘i community who need support.

https://www.thegardenisland.com/2021/12/07/hawaii-news/zonta-club-of-kauai-at-midpoint-of-16-days-of-activism/

Zonta Club of Cebu II announces winners of photo competition in celebrating women’s resilience and strength

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The Zonta Club of Cebu II, the Philippines, recently held their nationwide photo competition with the theme, “Women at the Core of the Pandemic: Celebrating their resilience and strength.” The competition was open to all photographers, amateur or professional, from all over the Philippines. It sought to celebrate the creative coping mechanisms and the pandemic risk reduction strategies that women took on to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 at personal and professional levels.

A panel of judges, composed of respected photographers and women advocates, were presented with almost 150 entries. They judged the photos based on originality, thematic integrity, technical excellence and artistic merit.

The top 30 entries were posted on FaceBook for the public to select their favorite for a chance at the People’s Choice Award. Roberto Ladres, Jr was awarded the People’s Choice Award with his photo entry, “2-in-1.” Roberto was also the first runner-up.

The winning photographer was Dionisio Salvador with his entry “Pag-aarugang Walang Kapantay,” which means “unparalleled care” in Tagalog. The second runner-up was the photo entitled “Mi Amore” by Klienne Eco. 

Danilo Victoriano, Jr. won both consolation prizes with his entries “One Step Backward, Two Steps Forward” and “Drawing Therapy.” The Early Bird Prize went to Kevin Lester Martinez with his entry “The Smile of Resilience.”

Zonta Club of Mascoutah Area takes a stand against gender-based violence

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The Zonta Club of Mascoutah Area, USA, joins the Zonta Says NO campaign to spread the word by placing orange Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women signs and banners around Mascoutah. Small orange flags will be placed in the planters along Main Street with the Domestic Abuse Hotline phone number. In addition, the Mayor of Mascoutah, Pat McMahon, signed a proclamation recognizing the club for its advocacy efforts against gender-based violence.

Zonta Club of Tallahassee launches social media campaign for Zonta Says NO

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The Zonta Club of Tallahassee, USA, launched a social media campaign by posting pictures of people holding a Zonta Says NO sign.

The sign included the club name and the Zonta website information with the message, “Zontians and friends say NO to Violence Against Women. 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence – 25 November to 10 December. Please share! #TallyZonta16 #ZontaSaysNO #16Days.”

The club posted the pictures on their Facebook page, Area Facebook page, Governor’s page, and members’ pages. The photos were published during the 16 Days to advocate ending gender-based violence, and people of all ages, gender and races were featured.