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The goal of the Zonta International Young Women in Leadership Award Program is to encourage young women to participate in public affairs by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.

In order for more women to be represented in key decision making positions worldwide, we must encourage young women to pursue careers or seek leadership positions in public policy-making, government and volunteer organizations and further their education with these aims in view.

Public affairs refers to all aspects of community life where decisions have to be made about issues which relate to and affect those communities in which people work and live.

Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life.

Since 1990, Zonta has given 1,128 awards, totalling US$1,673,750 to 956 young women from 61 countries.

The program operates at the Zonta club, district and international levels. Zonta International offers 37 international awards of US$5,000. Each district may submit one applicant for consideration for an international scholarship. The five largest districts may submit a second applicant for a total of two applicants.  

For more information contact bluemountains.zontad24@gmail.com  

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