Zonta Club of Oswego

10/19/2026

In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage, Zonta International invites you to a virtual event bringing together government, civil society and international advocates to discuss the global state of child marriage and the actions needed to end it.

📅 27 November 2026

See link in the comments to register!

10/06/2026

C​ut the Craft in collaboration with Golden Z is hosting a Moon Catchers sewing event on Friday, October 23, from 5 pm to 8 pm in at SUNY Oswego. If you or someone you know is willing to lend out their sewing machine, or even better, be interested in attending the Moon Catchers workshop with their sewing machine​, please reach out to Jackie at [email protected] by Monday, October 19!

Ideally, we'd like ​2-3 people working sewing machines to complete pads on the side while the groups lead the hand-sewing workshop for clasps (the final step!). All hands are welcome and appreciated!

​~ Cut the Craft & Golden Z

10/06/2026

📅 Mark your calendars!

📅 Mark your calendars for these important dates in October!

💕 11 October | International Day of the Girl
This International Day of the Girl highlights our dedication to ending child marriage, amplifying the voices of girls worldwide and advocating for their rights to education, health, safety and equal opportunities. Stay tuned for our member action on 11 October.

🌎 21 October | CSW71 Orientation
Get ready for the 71st Commission on the Status of Women and learn how you can participate with Zonta in 2027.

🌐 24 October | United Nations Day
Celebrate the UN’s 81st anniversary and Zonta’s longstanding commitment to advancing gender equality through the United Nations.

🕊️ 28 October | Building a Culture of Peace: Women, Peace and Security in Action
Join the Zonta International UN Committee for a virtual event exploring how gender equality, human rights and women’s leadership help build a lasting culture of peace.

🔗 Register and learn more at www.zonta.org/events.

10/05/2026

📅 Save the date: 10 December 2026

Registration is now open for the to Violence Against Women Summit, focused on this year’s theme, “Violence Against Women in Conflict.”

Across three sessions, hear from keynote speakers and panelists and experience artistic media spotlighting youth voices as we raise awareness and take action to end violence against women and girls.

Register now! 🔗
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zonta-says-no-to-violence-against-women-and-girls-2026-summit-tickets-2001395761599?aff=Social

🎤 Are you a Golden Z club or Z club member with a creative voice? Submit an original song, poem or piece of creative writing inspired by this year’s theme for a chance to be featured during the summit. Submissions are due 15 November to [email protected].

10/05/2026

Save the Date and register now!

🕊️ Building a Culture of Peace: Women, Peace and Security in Action

📅 28 October 2026

Join the Zonta International UN Committee for a virtual event commemorating UN Security Council Resolution 1325. This interactive session will explore how gender equality, human rights and women’s leadership help build a lasting culture of peace.

Register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kkgwNlv8S4OTLFs1lC1_lg #/registration

10/05/2026

📢 California is now the 18th U.S. state to ban child marriage with no exceptions.

A special shoutout to our Zonta clubs across California that have worked to raise awareness about child marriage and advocate for stronger protections for children. 🧡

How Do US States Measure Up on Child Rights? | Human Rights Watch https://share.google/iPkdr8bwGrdXSx5KA

09/24/2026

The Oswego Rotary club will be unveiling its Peace Pole, promoting peace in our community, on Saturday, September 26th at 4:30 in Veteran’s Park. Community members are invited to attend.

09/21/2026

At the Zonta International Convention in Vancouver this past July, delegates approved a resolution to work towards a Peace Initiative to be implemented through existing Zonta committees, districts, clubs and members during the 2026-2028 Biennium.

Today, on the International Day of Peace, Zonta International joins the United Nations in calling for investments in peace for everyone, everywhere, every day. 🕊️

We cannot achieve our mission or vision while millions of women and girls are living in conflict or post-conflict settings that present significant risks to their personal safety and well-being.

Read Zonta International’s Statement on Women's Rights in Armed Conflict and Post-Conflict Settings for actions you can take as an individual and how you can further advocate for government action:https://www.zonta.org/images/docs/NewsEvents/Statements/ZontaInternationalStatementonWomensRightsinArmedConflictsandPostConflictSettings.pdf

08/06/2026

07/12/2026

Members of the Zonta Club of Oswego had the privilege this weekend of learning from those that paved the way before us while touring the Home of Harriet Tubman in Auburn (photos 1-2) along with the the Women's Rights National Historic Park (photos 3-6) and the Women’s Hall of Fame (photos 7-8) in Seneca Falls.

For more information:

Harriet Tubman Home https://share.google/RctRT1PJT1jsV1SQ0

National Women's Hall of Fame https://share.google/QcrujbiZZVmi38Pbk

Women's Rights National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) https://share.google/PQOKXN8ISk528HfZO

Save the Date: "Join Women’s Rights National Historical Park for a weekend of special guest speakers, ranger talks, living history programs, and family activities during Convention Days: Unfinished Resolutions on July 17-19, 2026."