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Say NO and NOW.

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There are two significant threats to women achieving their full potential: violence and climate change. Through Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women, Zontians are very familiar with how violence and power imbalances can impact women’s safety and careers; they may not be as familiar with how climate change magnifies gender inequality. Zonta says NOW to gender-equal climate action. 
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You can view the November 12th event where legislators, service providers and advocates shared information about the need to strengthen PFA enforcement. 
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During the 16 Days of Activism, 25 November-10 December, all clubs and districts are encouraged to take part in the Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign and to take local, national and international actions to change gender-based attitudes and behaviors and end violence against women. 

Zonta Says NO

Watch this 3-minute video to quickly understand the connection of Zonta's 'NO' and 'NOW' programs. 
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​Zonta Says NOW to Gender-equal Climate Action

​The State of Climate Action in PA (March 2025)
Rachel McDevitt, StateImpact PA/WITF joined the Club to share her work covering climate change, including what main issues face Pennsylvania and the solutions people and communities here are considering.

Links about women + climate: 
Why women are key to climate action
Climate change hurts women more
Why do we need Zonta Says NOW
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e support awareness activities of the Office of Victim Advocate, the state agency with the authority and duty to advocate for the rights and needs of crime victims.
Visit the OVA. 

The Zonta USA Advocacy Action Center is a tool for our members in the United States and other individuals who share our commitment to gender equality to take action to improve the lives of women and girls.
Advocacy Action Center.  

See current Pennsylvania legislation that addresses the issues impacting women and children, including benefits and protections for domestic violence survivors, human trafficking protections and equal pay. 
​May 2025 Update on PA House and Senate Bills

See current Pennsylvania legislation that addresses climate and environmental issues in the current session.
​March 2025 Climate Legislation

ZI has prepared materials to support meeting with elected official.