Events & Donations
EVENTS
Special film screening for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 29 November 2025
Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign is an important part of the international campaign against gender-based violence that runs annually. Show support by attending Shayda – a true story of an Iranian woman who had to seek shelter in a women’s refuge in Sydney. Meet the real ’Shayda’ at a Q&A at the conclusion of the film.
2pm Saturday 29 November
Ivanhoe Library, 275 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe
Afternoon tea supplied.
Christmas stocking filler – Zonta sock sale. Proceeds support Crossroads refuge.
Book through poster QR code or at https://events.humanitix.com/zontashaydascreening
For more information: Suzanne Lees, Chair Service & Advocacy Committee, Zonta Club of Melbourne on Yarra on 0400 753 007 or sue.lees@iinet.net.au
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (25 November to 10 December)
The 16 Days of Activism aim to raise public awareness and mobilise people to bring about change. It is used as an organising strategy by individuals and organisations around the world to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls. It was originated by the first Women’s Global Leadership Institute in 1991.
In support of this civil society initiative, each year, the UN Secretary-General’s campaign ‘UNiTE to End Violence against Women’ calls for global action to increase worldwide awareness and create opportunities for discussion about challenges and solutions. In 2014, the UNiTE campaign called on governments, UN entities, civil society organizations and individuals across the world to ‘orange their neighbourhoods’ to raise public awareness about the issue of violence against women and girls. Orange is one of the official colours of the UNiTE campaign, symbolizing a brighter future and a world free from violence against women and girls, orange has become synonymous with events during the 16 Days of Activism. http://www.unwomen.org/en
Club Meetings
The club meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 pm. Our main venue is Amora Riverwalk Hotel in Bridge Road, Richmond where we have a one course meal, tea and coffee for $44. Our Award nights in March and August will be at a higher cost of $54. However, in June, July and September we vary our venue and/or have virtual meetings.
Please contact info@zontamelbourneonyarra.org.au for more information regarding venues.
Donations
Supporting women and girls through Zonta
You will be helping women and girls strive and thrive in their community and improve the lives of women and girls worldwide. Every dollar makes a difference and 100% of your donation goes directly to our service and advocacy projects.
Your contribution directly supports
Local service projects – initiatives supporting women experiencing family violence, improving access to education and creating pathways to independence.
Scholarships and Awards – empowering young women as emerging leaders to pursue education and careers in STEM, public affairs and the arts.
Breast Care Cushions – helping women recovering from breast surgery with comfort, protection and support.
Birthing Kits – providing packs of essential basic medical supplies to make childbirth safer for women in developing countries.
Make a donation today
BSB – 633000
Account – 162221642
Account Name – The Zonta Club of Melbourne on Yarra
Payment references to use
Local Service Projects – LSP
Scholarships and Awards – SCA
Breast Care Cushions – BCC ($10 per cushion)
Birthing Kits – BKS ($5 per kit)
