be a part of something great
The rewards of membership in Zonta International and the Zonta Club of Brampton-Caledon are far reaching.
Service– Zonta members serve and make a difference in the community to which they belong.
Networking and Fellowship– Zonta provides common values to work together to meet common goals; their co-operative efforts also open doors to friendships worldwide.
Diversity– Zonta’s classification system ensures a broad membership drawn from many businesses and professions, and thus provides opportunities for interaction with others outside one’s own particular area of expertise.
Leadership– Zonta provides members interested in developing leadership potential with opportunities for growth at a variety of levels- in the local club, at the district or the international level.
Advancement of Women– Zonta clubs work on both the local and international level for the advancement of women- legally, politically, socially and economically. Zontians serve as role models within their own community.
Education– Many of Zonta’s International and local projects involve education, whether awards or fellowships for students or literacy programs for adults.
International Interaction & Travel– Zonta provides members with a rare opportunity for international participation through its links with several United Nations agencies, through annual, local workshops/conferences and through its biennial international convention.
zonta club of brampton-caledon
proud recipients of the cmha peel-dufferin 2023 caring community award
Brampton-Caledon Member Portal
Once you’re a member, you’ll gain access to our member portal which is stocked with resources and materials that will help you on your service and advocacy journey.
Zonta District 4
Zonta Club of Brampton-Caledon falls within Zonta District 4. Members in District 4 offer service and advocacy to both their local and international communities through a wide range of service projects and events. Members regularly support functions to acknowledge International Women’s Day and Zonta Rose Day, on the 8th March, and United Nations International Day for the Elimination of violence against women, November 25th.
Zonta International
Zonta International is a leading global organization of individuals working together to build a better world for women and girls. Zontians serve both international and local communities through advocacy and service.
Founded in 1919 in Buffalo, New York, Zonta International has grown to include more than 1200 clubs in 65 countries with more than 30,000 members.
Zonta plays an important role at the United Nations and currently holds Non-Governmental Organizational status. In addition, Zonta has been granted Consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council, UNICEF, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, the International Labour Organization and the Council of Zonta maintains active representatives at the United Nations’ sights in Geneva, New York, Paris and Vienna.
Zonta International enjoys a special partnership with the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM). Like Zonta, UNIFEM recognizes the importance of focusing attention on the activities and roles of women which are critical to sustainable development.
Financially, Zonta contributes to UNIFEM to fund women’s self help projects. These projects have focused on providing labour-saving appropriate technologies, vocational training and credit to enhance women’s roles as farmers, entrepreneurs, managers and technicians.
Through the Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program, Zonta International has awarded over 1000 fellowships totaling over 5 million dollars. These have been presented to women pursuing graduate studies in aerospace-related sciences and engineering.
become a member of zonta brampton- caledon
The Brampton-Caledon club is supported by a group of incredible volunteers who contribute in a variety of ways to the Club’s initiatives. Whether you are interested in Service, Advocacy, Fundraising, Fellowship, Programming, Awards, Z-Clubs, Communications, or any other aspect of the Club’s operations, we are here to welcome you with open arms and grateful hearts.
If Zonta’s mission is something you would like to be a part of, we hope you’ll consider applying to be a member of our club tody!
What our members have to say about their experience with Zonta
I first became aware of Zonta Club after the City of Brampton International Women’s Day Celebration in 2021. I knew instantly that it was an organization I wanted to be a part of, and was fortunate to receive an invite from member, Marion Reeves, to attend one of the monthly meetings as a guest. It was wildly refreshing to be amongst like-purposed women who believed whole-heartedly in lifting each other, and our community, UP through service and advocacy. Zonta allows me to be community-focused while also expanding my horizons when it comes to International Initiatives like the UN’s Commission on the Status of Women. I love that there are always opportunities to learn and grow through this club, and look forward to all of the meaningful projects that we’ll get to work on together!
— Lisa clarke (member since 2021 & 2022 Communications chair)
I have been a member of the Zonta Club of Brampton-Caledon since 2011. As a member, I continuously meet, work with and learn from amazing women as we serve our community together. We inspire each other to make the world a better place for women and girls locally and internationally. Through Zonta membership, I have attended educational and advocacy sessions at the United Nations in New York where I saw the positive impact of our work on a worldwide scale. Leadership experiences and friendships formed are certainly a valued bonus!
— kimberlee johnston (member since 2011 & 2022 president)
My 42-year membership with Zonta International has given me an opportunity to travel to other countries; hone my leadership skills; share my expertise with others, and develop lifelong friendships while making a difference through service and advocacy for the women and girls in my community. Our Brampton-Caledon club is a warm, welcoming, safe place to learn and grow, develop meaningful relationships and contribute to a better world.
