What is Zonta?

Zonta International is a leading global organization empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.

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.

There are over 30,000 members in more than 1,200 clubs in 66 countries.

What are the Objects of Zonta?

Improve the legal, political, economic, educational, health and professional status of women at the global and local level through service and advocacy.

Work for the advancement of understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship.

Promote justice and universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms

Be united internationally to foster high ethical standards, implement service programs, and provide mutual support and fellowship for members who serve their communities, their nations, and the universe.

What are the Origins of Zonta?

The first Zonta club was formed in Buffalo, New York in 1919, by journalist and playwright Marian de Forest.

Visit the Zonta International website for a detailed History of Zonta International

What do Zontians do?

 
Zontians volunteer their time, talents and energy to local, district and international service projects that advance the status of women and meet Zonta’s Objects.

Zontians attend monthly Club, Board and Committee meetings, depending on their degree of involvement. (See Our Club for details)

The time commitment to Zonta will vary from member to member, depending on whether they hold leadership positions and/or become involved in the activities outside of their club, at Area, District and International levels.

Clubs decide on their own service projects at a local level.

Visit the Zonta International website for more information on Zonta.