About Zonta- empowering women worldwide
Over 60 countries working together
The Zonta Club of Victoria is one of over 12,000 clubs in over 65 countries- which comprise Zonta International! There are more than 30,000 people (not just women) who envision 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.
What does Zonta Mean?
The word Zonta means “honest and trustworthy.” Zonta was founded in 1919 in Buffalo, New York, USA. More and more women were entering the professional world- but still were not allowed to join the mainstream service clubs- so they formed Zonta. With the formation of the Zonta Club of Toronto in 1927, Zonta became an international organization. Wondering about the logo? It's more intricate than you might think: have a look here.
How does Zonta empower women?
Throughout Zonta's history, we have empowered them by enhancing education, health, and socioeconomic status. Zonta has consultative status with the UN and thus joins forces on many initiatives.
About Zonta Club of Victoria
Local Service
Partnering Pearson
Partnering Pearson
Zonta Victoria's community support includes Wear2Start and the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre: helping them help to empower women.
Partnering Pearson
Partnering Pearson
Partnering Pearson
The Zonta Pearson Endowment Fund supports a female student's scholarship at Pearson College. In addition Zonta facilitates blankets and other treats to enhance the students' study experience. Zonta says YES to education!
Say NO to Violence
Partnering Pearson
Say NO to Violence
The T-shirts on this Clothesline Project pay tribute to each of the 14 women murdered on December 6, 1989 at L'Ecole Polytechnique. Zonta says NO to violence against women.
Advocacy
Time for Fun
Say NO to Violence
A volunteer organization empowering women through community service, advocacy, education, and international projects
50 years
Time for Fun
Time for Fun
The Zonta Club of Victoria joined the Zonta family in 1968. Pat Martin Bates, a current member of the club was one of the charter members.
Time for Fun
Time for Fun
Time for Fun
Zontians like to have fun: enter parades, network, brainstorm, or celebrate fellowship. It's all part of what makes everyone stronger and wiser!
Time for Fun
Time for Fun
Time for Fun
Zontians like to have fun: enter parades, network, brainstorm, or celebrate fellowship. It's all part of what makes everyone stronger and wiser!