District 29 is already currently accepting applications for the District 29 Women in Business Leadership Award 2026.

The Zonta District 29 Women in Business Leadership Award celebrates excellence and recognizes outstanding achievements by women between 18–35 years of age who are driving innovation and creating an impact in the business world. This prestigious award honors exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, ethical conduct and significant contributions while addressing global or local issues affecting women and girls or climate justice. 

There will be 2 awards at District level of € 1.000 for each winner. The District 29 winners from 2026 will be considered as potential candidates for the next Zonta International WIBL Award 2027, subject to Zonta International’s terms and conditions

The Zonta Foundation for Women awarded the first Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships in 1998 to women pursuing degrees in business leading to a business management career.

Read more at Zonta International

Clubs determine their own timelines for receipt of application

• Club recipient is selected and application is sent to governor/area representative: November 16th 2026 or deadline determined by the district
• The WiBLA Committee will select the two district winners on December 6th 2026
• District applicant selected and application received by Zonta International Headquarters: January 2nd 2027
• Official announcement of international recipients: February 28th 2027