2. Section I - Overview  Mission, vision, history and structure  Biennial goals and service projects  Zonta International and Zonta International Foundation Boards and Committees

3. Zonta Mission Zonta International is a global organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy.

4. Zonta 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, every woman is literate and has access to education, health care, legal and economic resources on an equal basis with men. In such a world, no woman lives in fear of violence.

5. Zonta History  1919 - Founded in Buffalo, New York, USA – first focus was equal pay issues  1921 - First Zonta Convention held in Syracuse, NY  1930 - Zonta Confederation became Zonta International with the first European club in Vienna, Austria  1928 - Zonta opens national headquarters in Chicago

6. Zonta History  1946 - Consultative status with United Nations  1948 - First South American Club (Chile)  1952 - First Asian Club (Philippines)  1965 - New Zealand  1966 - Australia  1970 - First African Club (Ghana) Zonta is secular and nonpartisan.

7. Zonta Membership Global Reach  Nearly 1,200 Clubs in 65 countries  Nearly 30,000 members

8. Organizational Structure

9. BIENNIAL GOALS AND SERVICE PROJECTS

10. Zonta International Service Programs  International Service Program  Zonta International Strategies to End Violence Against Women (ZISVAW) Program  Amelia Earhart Fellowships  Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships  Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Awards  Emma L. Conlon Service Award For more information visit www.zonta.org or contact your District Foundation Ambassador

11. International Service Program 2012-2014 Projects  United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF): Elimination of New Pediatric HIV Infection and Prevention and Response to Survivors of Domestic and Gender-Based Violence in Rwanda  United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA): Liberia Fistula Program

12.  UN Trust Fund, administered by UN Women (The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women) :  Mass Communication with a Purpose: Global Partnership on Edutainment for Social Change  Empowering Women in Rural Samoa to Combat Violence  UN Women (The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women):  Safe Cities for Women in Honduras Zonta International Strategies to End Violence Against Women (ZISVAW) Program 2012-2014

13. Fellowships, Scholarships and Awards  Amelia Earhart Fellowship – Fellowship for women pursuing Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace-related sciences and engineering  Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship – Scholarship for women pursuing undergraduate and Master’s degrees in business management  Young Women in Public Affairs Award (YWPA) - Recognizes young women for their demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life  Emma L. Conlon Service Award – Recognizes Z and Golden Z Clubs whose projects and programs best express the ideals of Zonta International through local and international service and advocacy to advance the status of women worldwide

14. Zonta International Foundation  The Zonta International Foundation carries out the charitable objectives of Zonta International. It manages all club and individual donations in order to fund the International Service Projects, Scholarships and VISVAW Projects.  Clubs are asked to contribute 1/3 of the charitable money they raise to the International Foundation. Members can also donate individually.  Member dues cover administrative costs of Zonta International. Charitable donations are not used for administrative purposes.

15. Zonta International Foundation 2012-2014 Fundraising Goals 2012-2014 Foundation Fundraising Goals Total (excluding the Endowment Fund) US$4,938,000 International Service Fund $2,000,000 ZISVAW Fund $1,162,000 Amelia Earhart Fellowship Fund $700,000 Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship Fund $232,000 Young Women in Public Affairs Award Fund $144,000 Rose Fund $700,000

16. Zonta International Advocacy  Violence Against Women (Zonta Says No)  CEDAW ( Convention on Elimination of Discrimination Against Women )  MGDs ( Millennium Development Goals )  Anti-Trafficking  Prevention and Treatment of HIV/AIDS  Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

17. Zonta International & Zonta International Foundation Boards & Committees

18. Zonta International Committees Elected Committee:  Nominating Standing Committees:  Bylaws & Resolutions  Convention  Finance  Membership  Public Relations & Communications  Service  Advocacy  United Nations  Amelia Earhart Fellowship  Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship  Young Women in Public Affairs Award Special Committees:  Z Clubs and Golden Z Clubs  Council of Europe Zonta International Foundation Standing Committees:  Finance and Audit  Development  Investment

19. Zonta International Board and Zonta International Foundation Board NameOfficeZonta Club Lynn J. McKenzie PresidentWellington, New Zealand Maria Jose Landeira Oestergaard President-ElectCopenhangen, Denmark Sonja Hönig Schough Vice PresidentKungsbacka, Sweden Kathleen Hughes Treasurer/SecretarySpringfield, OH, USA Joy Orlich Director (2012-2014)Greater Reno, USA Gabriella Samara Paphitis Director (2012-2014)Nicosia Region, Cyprus Laura Peters Director (2012-2014) Newport Harbor Area, USA Denise Quarles Director (2012-2014)Michigan Capitol Area, USA Anita Schnetzer-Spranger Director (2012-2014)Mainz, Germany Maria Stefanova Director (2012-2014)Saint Sofia, Bulgaria Elizabeth Woodgate Director (2012-2014)Peel Region Inc., Australia

20. Zonta Symbols  “Zonta” is a Lakota Sioux word meaning honest and trustworthy  The Yellow Rose is a symbol of Zonta. Yellow Rose Day on March 8 is also International Women’s Day. Yellow roses were used by suffragettes in the USA.  The Zonta logo is a combination of 5 native American symbols: the Z is a ray of light, the U means carry together, the upside-down U means to stand with, the two triangles at the sides indicate a shelter and the square is honesty and trust.

21. International Conventions The 2014 Zonta International Convention will be held in Orlando, Florida, USA, 27 June – 1 July, 2014 Conventions are held biennially in different countries.

22. Section II - Overview Club Organization Club Functions District and Areas

23. THE ZONTA CLUB OF (insert club name)

24. Zonta Club of (insert name)  Zonta clubs are the basic organizational unit of Zonta International.  Your Club was chartered in XXXX and is one of X clubs in Area X.  Area X is one of 4 Areas in District 12 which includes 21 clubs in Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and South Dakota.

25. Club Meetings  Club business meetings are held on date and time at location.  Rules of operation are located in the ZI Club Manual (on www.zonta.org under Member Resources) and the our club’s bylaws.www.zonta.org

26. Club Organization Board: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Directors – four Past President Committees: Membership Service Advocacy Fund Raising Public Relations Historian/Archivist International/United Nations Modify as needed

27. Club Foundation If your club has a Foundation, describe it here.

28. Local Service Add your club’s local service projects here

29. Fundraising Add your club’s fundraising goals, strategies and results here

30. Local Advocacy Click to add details of your club’s advocacy goals and/or achievements here.

31. Area (X) Meetings & Workshops  Each area is administered by an Area Director elected by the clubs in the area. The Area Directors are on the District Board and report to the District governor.  Area conferences are held each spring and are hosted by one of the clubs in the Area. Members should consider attending these conferences which provide education and training opportunities and are a chance to socialize with and be inspired by other Zontians.

32. District 12 Information  District 12 is made up of 21 clubs organized into 4 Areas.  The District Board is consists of the Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary, Treasurer and the 4 Area Directors. Committee Chairs are appointed.  District 12 website is www.zontadistrict12.orgwww.zontadistrict12.org

33. District 12 Conferences District 12 Conferences are held in the fall every other year. The conference is hosted by one of the D12 clubs on a rotating basis. Clubs send voting delegates and other members attend for the programs, the socializing and to be involved in the life of the District. A Governor’s Seminar is held on the “off” years. It is also hosted by a D12 club on a rotating basis. It is shorter and less formal than the Conference and emphasizes training and information sharing.

34. Section III - Overview Benefits of Membership Member Resources Member Responsibilities

35. Zonta and You: Benefits of Zonta Membership  Make a difference in the lives of women and girls everywhere  Participate in and support quality service, advocacy and scholarship programs  Meet a diverse range of members.  Build leadership and mentoring skills  Enjoy fellowship and fun through international understanding

36. Member Responsibilities  Attend monthly business meetings.  Serve as an active member on a club committee.  Pay dues in a prompt manner.  Accept leadership positions cheerfully.  Participate in club projects including Service, Advocacy and Fund Raising.  Identify and recommend new members.  Attend Area, District, and International meetings, as time and resources allow.

37. Zonta and You: Website Member Resources Website – www.zonta.org  Online tools for leadership, membership development, public relations, service, advocacy and fundraising  Information about current ZI Programs funded by ZIF, scholarship and award recipients such as Amelia Earhart Fellows  Share Your Story – success stories of Zonta service and advocacy shared by Zonta clubs around the world  Frequently asked Questions/Contact Us District Website – www.zontadistrict12.org Club Website – enter your club website here

38. Zonta and You: Additional Resources  Enter your Club newsletter here  The Zontian magazine  Zonta International monthly e- newsletter  Zonta leadership (Governors, Lieutenant Governors, Area Directors, Club Presidents)  Foundation Ambassadors  Zonta International official social media on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Flickr

39. Thank you for your commitment to advancing the status of women worldwide!