During
the three-day meeting, over 134 women representing Zonta clubs from Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin
gathered to hear keynote speakers, vote on advocacy projects and
attend educational workshops. Becky Werth, club president, participated in the conference as the
club's voting delegate, and Dr. Susan Harmon attended as the
alternate. Other members attending were Mary George, Area 3
director, and Chris Huff.
Founded in 1919,
Zonta International is
a global organization of executives and professionals working
together to advance the status of women worldwide through service
and advocacy. Zonta International
is made up of nearly 31,000 members belonging to 1,200 clubs in 66
countries and geographic areas.
Chartered in 1957, the Zonta Club of Lincoln meets on the second
Tuesday of every month. For more information, contact Marilyn
Armbrust at 217-732-4261.
Join the local club at their 46th annual turkey dinner on Sunday
at Lincoln Community High School. They will be serving from 11 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m. Carryouts are available.
Proceeds support Zonta Women's Career Scholarship program and
other service projects.
[Text from file received from Becky Werth, Zonta Club of Lincoln] |