Contributed by Eva-Marie Seeto
ZONTA Club of Blackall Range members are constantly active to advance the status of women and girls locally and globally.
The community contributions of a local Woman of Achievement will be celebrated in March; hundreds of birthing kits are provided to reduce mother and child mortality rates in vulnerable populations; youth leadership and scholarship are recognised with awards to high school and tertiary students; and important community services receive essential financial donations.
Zonta’s members also enable the organisation’s global projects, with the remarkable Judi Ross-Smith recently recognised with a Zonta Foundation for Women donor pin.
Judi has been an active Zontian for over 40 years, with a decade in the Blackall Range Club. She has held Club President positions, and global roles, including Vice Chairman of the International PR Committee. Judi’s sustained dedication to community service is an inspiration!
Looking ahead, Zonta Blackall Range Club President, Margy Henderson says “we are committed to continuing our work to create a more equitable and inclusive world, and making a difference in the lives of women and girls.”
The club’s first fundraiser for 2025 is their hilarious Almost Valentine Trivia Night, on 15 February at Maleny RSL Hall. information and tickets, call Lynelle on 0429 629 125.
