On 4 December, members of the Zonta Club of Sunna, Iceland, organized a gathering in the center of Reykjavík with other Zontians in the area to raise awareness of gender-based violence and support the campaign to end violence against women.

The Zonta Club of Christchurch-Canterbury, New Zealand, placed signs in bathrooms in parks and gardens around the city with information on how women can seek support if they are experiencing violence.

All Zonta clubs in Christchurch united to organize the lighting of different buildings throughout the city.

Members of the Zonta e-Club of Finland 1, who live in different parts of the country, wore orange to help spread awareness and say NO to violence against women and girls in their communities.

Every year during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the Zonta Club of Syracuse, USA joins the Zonta community to raise awareness about the tragic events associated with domestic abuse. But this is not just a 16-days-a-year problem.

On 1 December, the Zonta Club of Syracuse and Women’s Opportunity Center held the event, “Why Does She Stay?” to raise awareness of the obstacles women face when trying to leave an abusive relationship.

The event featured panelists Amy Barone from Syracuse University, Elana Agrasto of Daniella’s Steak House and Gail Rizzo-Spilka from AmeriCu Credit Union, who shared their experiences and expertise. Each of these women experienced “white collar domestic abuse” and are sharing their experiences to help other women find hope.

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In addition to this national event, the club posted more than 16 marketing assets raising awareness around domestic abuse, which are being shared by other clubs across the country.

The club also hosted its Holiday Brunch event, partnering with its local Z club to learn about the advocacy efforts of local high school students to raise awareness for the next generation of leaders.

On 25 November, club members attended Syracuse’s annual holiday tree lighting ceremony while wearing orange and carrying a Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women banner, along with their Zonta Club of Syracuse banner.

As a result of its social media campaign, the club president and two male members will be interviewed by a news station about its HeForShe campaign, which will be rolled out next year.

To create awareness during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the Zonta Club of Rockhampton Inc, Australia, placed Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women banners beside high-traffic areas near major highways leading north and south of Rockhampton to secure widespread publicity. The banners will remain in those positions for the 16 Days of Activism Campaign from 25th November to 10th December.