At Zonta Club of West Hidalgo County, we believe in the power of international projects and educational awards to make a profound difference in the lives of women and girls across the globe. Our commitment to empowering women and promoting gender equality drives our efforts to support essential projects that address issues such as education, healthcare, economic independence, and eliminating violence against women. Through our international projects, we collaborate with Zonta clubs worldwide to create sustainable change, develop resources, and provide opportunities for women and girls to thrive. Additionally, our educational awards provide deserving women with access to higher education and professional development opportunities, enabling them to become leaders and catalysts for change in their communities. We firmly believe in the transformative and lasting impact of these initiatives, as they contribute to the creation of a more equitable and inclusive world for women and girls everywhere.ding global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.
Why Zonta?
We believe in making the world a better place by empowering women.
Mission in Action
What We Do Locally!
Founded in 1947, our club provides local support for:
Women Together/Mujeres Unides
Habitat for Humanity
Children’s Advocacy Center of Hidalgo and Starr Counties
Access Esperanza Clinics Breast Cancer Awareness Program
An Endowed Nursing Scholarship Fund created for direct student support at UTRGV
and
other projects that advance the status of women and girls
District 10 Conference
October 19 - 21, 2023
Houston, Texas
We are a network of more than 1,100 Zonta clubs in 63 countries carrying out our Zonta mission and working to improve the lives of women and girls in their local communities.
Zonta stands for women’s rights.We advocate for equality, education and an end to child marriage and gender-based violence.
Zonta expands opportunities for women and girls through our international education programs and service projects.
Save the Date
Zonta International Convention
Brisbane, Australia
June 27 - 30, 2024
MISSION
Zonta International is a leading global organization of individuals working together to build a better world for women and girls.
VISION
Zonta International envisions a world in which women's rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential.
In such a world, women have access to all resources and are represented in decision-making positions on an equal basis with men.
In such a world, no woman lives in fear of violence.