The Zonta Club of Isabela, Philippines, in partnership with the local government, implemented the Kutis Kilatis Campaign as part of the Leprosy Control Program, emphasizing the club’s commitment to community health and empowerment.

Led by Zontian doctors, the campaign provided professional consultations for 123 patients, focusing on the early detection and management of leprosy while promoting skin health. The initiative not only addressed medical needs but also reduced stigma surrounding the disease, fostering trust and awareness within the community.

The campaign also aligned with the club’s mission to support survivors of domestic violence. During consultations, Zontian doctors engaged women about their overall well-being and referred those in need to shelters and support groups. Hygiene kits and essentials were distributed to local shelters, integrating health and safety efforts to empower affected women and families.

The Kutis Kilatis Campaign exemplifies the club’s dedication to holistic community care, highlighting the interconnectedness of health, safety and empowerment.

The Zonta Clubs of Alba, Langhe, Roero and Asti, Italy, have partnered with local Social Services to launch the “Caffè Sospeso” initiative, part of the 16 Days of Activism. Inspired by a Neapolitan tradition, the project offers already-paid coffee to individuals who cannot afford it, symbolically supporting women in difficult circumstances.

Participating bars in Asti and Alba invite patrons to leave a “suspended coffee” for someone in need, creating a powerful network of care and solidarity within the community.

“This is more than generosity; it’s a message that no one facing violence or marginalization is alone,” said the president of the Zonta Club of Asti. The Zonta Club of Alba echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in improving the lives of women and girls.

The initiative of the suspended coffee is just one of the many events planned during the 16 Days. Conferences, meetings and testimonies will be organized in Asti and Alba to promote a culture of respect, equality and solidarity. The initiative will be active for the entire month, with the hope that the warmth of a coffee can represent a small but significant relief for those in difficulty.

The Zonta Club of Wellington, New Zealand, kicked off its Zonta Says NO campaign with a social media initiative led by Advocacy Co-Convenors Laura and Annalise. The campaign features 16 daily messages and photos, including New Zealand statistics on intimate partner violence (IPV) and a call to donate funds for a ‘safe night’ for women and children experiencing domestic violence.

To amplify the campaign, club members dressed in orange for a group photo and shared personal messages on cards to highlight the importance of the initiative. Members are encouraged to share posts to spread awareness throughout the community.

The Zonta Club of Davao City II, Philippines, collaborated with the Crisis Intervention Center (CIC), Balay Dangupan, to advocate against violence toward women and children. Balay Dangupan, a shelter providing temporary care for minor girls who are survivors of physical and sexual abuse, offers holistic interventions that foster resilience and empowerment.

Managed by the City Social Services and Development Office, the shelter operates within the Co Su Gian Home for the Aged Center compound in Lower Cabantian, Buhangin District.

The Zonta Club of Punta del Este-Maldonado, Uruguay, continued its Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign with the initiative “Real men only raise their voices to defend women.”

This year, with the support of park rangers and staff from the Native Flora and Fauna Breeding Station of Sugar Loaf Hill, the club expanded its advocacy to include the Zonta Says NOW campaign, raising awareness about violence against women while educating the community on environmental protection and the impacts of climate change.

On 25 November, the Zonta Club of Alytus, Lithuania, partnered with the Alytus Soroptimist Club to host a public awareness campaign in Town Hall Square, highlighting violence against women.

The square was decorated with orange balloons and a striking black box bearing the message, “You see this balloon, see violence against women.“ The event featured participation from Jurgita Šukevičienė, Member of the Lithuanian Parliament, and District 13 Governor Rūta Jasionienė, who supported the call to action, “You can’t hide violence—speak up.”

The campaign emphasized the importance of recognizing and addressing violence against women in the community.

On 25 November, the Zonta Club of Amherst Area, Canada, held a flag-raising ceremony at the Town of Amherst in support of the Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign. Despite rainy weather, the event featured a proclamation by Mayor Robert Small and remarks by club president Lisa Emery.

The ceremony was attended by local councillors, members of the public and candidates for the Nova Scotia Legislative Assembly. Lisa Emery emphasized the need for local and national policies to address violence and called on the community to support refugees fleeing conflict.

“We must ensure they do not face violence again—verbal, written, or physical,” Emery said, urging attendees to report aggression to protect families and foster safety within the community.

The event served as a platform to raise awareness about Zonta’s mission and advocacy efforts in a rural area where outreach relies heavily on social media.