Zonta Club of Kalmar collaborates with local hockey club to say NO

On 24 November, the Zonta Club of Kalmar, Sweden, was on site when the Kalmar Hockey Club played a match, where they and an announcer informed the 2,000 audience about Zonta and Orange Day.

Pictures about Zonta and the possibility of donating were also on the media box on the ceiling. The entire arena was lit up in orange, and the club received 10% of the sales that night. The club looks forward to continued cooperation with the hockey club.

Zonta Club of Vienna I spreads information about violence against women in public transits and more

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Zonta Club of Vienna I, Austria, organized several day spots to inform public transport riders about violence against women via info screens. By transmitting relevant facts on various topics, including international and local issues, they were able to reach a large number of people.

The club also illuminated bridges across the city in orange to raise further awareness. Kathrin Gaál, the vice mayor of Vienna, took part in a joint photo session to draw attention to this action.

Zonta clubs in Toowoomba stand together to eliminate gender-based violence

The Zonta clubs of Toowoomba Garden City Inc and Toowoomba Inc, Australia, partnered with a Zonta e-club, the Domestic Violence Action Centre (DVAC), Toowoomba Together Inc and Protea Place to stand together to eliminate violence against women and children. Dressed in orange and holding up banners, they lined the Victoria Street Bridge from 4 to 5:30 PM, the busiest time, to bring awareness to the issue.

With actions like this, the club wants their community to know that they will not tolerate any violence against women, and they need to call it out.

Zonta Club of Redcliffe Inc’s successful 16 Days of Activism

The Zonta Club of Redcliffe Inc, Australia, had a successful 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence by holding several actions such as:

  • Holding an Orange Activism Breakfast with special guest speaker Simone O’Brien, a domestic violence survivor who now lectures Australia-wide and internationally. Ninety-five attendees participated.
  • Turning Moreton Bay orange with lighted council buildings, parks and fountains
  • Putting up three local Zonta library displays in Redcliffe, North Lakes and Deception Bay.
  • Placing 16 Orange Ladies in local businesses around Redcliffe Peninsula.
  • Hanging four Zonta Says NO banners on prominent sites on the Redcliffe Peninsula and surrounding areas.
  • Displaying a banner and video made at Mango Hill Market Place.
  • Having an interview on local radio 99.7 Bridge FM.
  • Publishing articles in two local publications,  Redcliffe Magazine and Moreton Daily.
  • Putting up two information tables with members present at local shopping centers.
  • Participating in Brisbane City’s Zonta Says NO walk.
  • Posting almost daily on Facebook with domestic and family violence awareness facts.
  • Holding a Zonta flag and UN flag-raising ceremony with about 50 attendees at Redcliffe City Hub.

With all these events and others throughout the year, the club has become well-known throughout the region for their work and what they stand for. a

Zonta Club of London joins march against abuse

The Zonta Club of London, United Kingdom, partnered with charity Savera UK to march through Liverpool city center from Williamson Square to call for an end to honor-based abuse (HBA), harmful practices and all forms of gender-based abuse.

Zonta Club of Burdekin Inc says NO with multiple actions

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Zonta Club Burdekin Inc, Australia, engaged in several activities, such as:

  • Placing a Zonta Says No Banner on St Francis’ Primary School fence.
  • Displaying orange ladies in the Ayr Police Station, the Council Library, Dr Tata’s medical surgery in Home Hill and the Ayr Medical Centre.
  • Having the water in the fountain in the center of Ayr turned orange.
  • Having an article published in the local paper covering activities and goals during the 16 Days and communicating that family and domestic violence will not be tolerated in their community. The message was shared during Senior’s week at a Men’s Shed function.

Zonta Club of Washington County Area, PA goes out to say NO

On 29 November, the Zonta Club of Washington County Area, PA, USA, wore orange hats and went to a popular local restaurant. Sat in the middle of the building, other patrons spoke with members about the Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign.

Pleased with the amazing conversations, the club brought needed attention to the issue to those in their county.

Zonta Club Kitchener-Waterloo walked to raise their voices

On 18 November 2023, the Zonta Club of Zonta Club Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada, participated in a fundraising event called Voices Empower: Walk to Break the Silence. This fundraising event was for the Women’s Crisis Services Waterloo Region (WCSWR). Zontians, who were unable to participate in the event, supported financially.

The club was the top group fundraiser.

Zonta Club of Tuguegarao launches StickerZ Campaign to say NO to violence against women

As part of the awareness campaign during “Day 10: A Day of Awareness, the Zonta Club of Tuguegarao (ZCT) in partnership with local government unit of Lal-lo, Z-Club of Lal-lo National High School and PNP Lal-lo conducted the stickerZ Campaign to tricycle operators, public utility vehicles, and private vehicles among others.

This activity was successfully done with the help of PNP Lal-lo station, Apprehending Officers of the Local Government Unit of Lal-lo, and officers of the Parent-Teacher Association of Cagayan.

A total of 500 stickers was utilized during the said undertaking. Zonta Says NO StickerZ were posted inside tricycles and other vehicles as show of support to the ZONTA SAYS NO to Violence Against Women and Girls Campaign.

ZCT informs.. We campaign, we raise awareness, and we dare to make a change.

Zonta Club of Vevey-Montreux provides support for a reception center for women victims of domestic violence

During the “Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women”, the Zonta Club of Vevey-Montreux financially supported the Malley-Prairie reception center for women victims of domestic violence through an evening organized in Vevey, within the magnificent Château de l’Aile.

A festive and supportive evening dedicated to exchange. We had speeches from the municipal council, from a member of the Malley-Prairie Committee, from the President of the Club. They all recalled the importance of fighting against violence against women.

Communication on social networks was activated ahead of the event and made it possible to reach a wide audience. In the end, we welcomed more than 70 people for this evening of exchange and support.