We work to improve the health and wellbeing of women, including providing essential supplies for local refuges, birthing kits for developing countries, and assisting school students in immediate financial need.

Services and organisations supported this year include: Breaking Thru, Lily House, Sonshine Sanctuary, and Mapleton Library and Community Centre.

Advocacy

Zonta says YES to a world free of violence against women.

We are a foundation member of Speak Up Now, a collaboration of local service clubs and organisations on the Blackall Range. Using advocacy, information, and public awareness, we aim to reduce domestic and family violence, and elder abuse.

We offer awards recognising young women at high school who excel in community service and leadership, and scholarships to women undertaking higher education, to assist with the costs of study.

Our projects are only made possible through generous donations and active fundraising including: the Zonta Blackall Range Business Directory, plant stalls, raffles, and community events.

On International Women’s Day each year, we host Dusk on the Deck, and recognise a local woman of achievement for her significant contributions to the community.