We believe in making the world a better place by empowering women
We find joy in doing this in a supportive community of like-minded professionals from diverse countries and cultures.
Founded in 1919, Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. With more than 26,000 members belonging to more than 1,100 Zonta clubs in 63 countries and geographic areas, Zontians all over the world volunteer their time, talents and support to local and international service projects, as well as scholarship programs aimed at fulfilling Zonta’s mission and objects.
By partnering with agencies of the United Nations and other recognised non-government organisations, Zonta works towards improving women’s health, provided better economic opportunities, and advocates for the prevention of gender-based violence in over 61 countries.
Three Zonta Districts work together to create Zonta Australia:
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District 22 - Zonta Clubs in Queensland
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District 23 - Zonta Clubs in South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia.
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District 24 - Zonta Clubs in the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales.
In District 24, the Zonta Club of Berry Inc was chartered in 2001. All members are volunteers and meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
“Zonta” is an American Sioux Indian word meaning ‘honest and trustworthy’. This is the foundation on which Zonta Clubs work to advance the status of women worldwide.
Mission
Zonta International is a leading global organization of individuals working together to build a better world for women and girls.
Vision
Zonta International envisions a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. In such a world, women have access to all resources and are represented in decision-making positions on an equal basis with men. In such a world, no woman lives in fear of violence.
Theme
Build a better World for Women and Girls
