8 March
Project Brief from Zonta International | PDF
Theme 2026: “RECOGNIZE THE REMARKABLE”
The overlap of Zonta Rose Day and International Women’s Day has sometimes presented challenges as we work to create sustainable campaigns that extend beyond each biennium. Although we can capitalize on the visibility of International Women’s Day (8 March), restricting our fundraising and awareness activities to only Zonta Rose Day limits the flexibility and impact our members can achieve.
To address these challenges, we are expanding our celebration to encompass the entire month of March. While this may seem like a shift from tradition, it aligns with how many of our clubs already celebrate Zonta as they hold their Rose Day events before and after 8 March. International Women’s Day will remain a key focal point for our global causes and visibility efforts, but now the entire month will serve as a time to honor Zonta and the remarkable women who deserve recognition.
Essentially, nothing will change. We celebrate 8 March as International Women’s Day and all of the month for Zonta!
Goals:
- Raise funds for the Foundation by encouraging donations in recognition of remarkable women who have inspired members and donors. (Goal: US$100,000).
- Engage local communities by showcasing the benefits of Zonta at Yellow Rose events and International Women’s Day events.
- Inspire members to take actions that align with the Core Values of Zonta while enjoying benefits of membership by having them play a Zonta customized game of “Bingo” throughout the month of March.
- Showcase women affiliated with Zonta by highlighting our Remarkable Women Powerful Stories podcast guests and International Honorary Members.
