2. Page 2 Zonta International (ZI) Advocacy Definition  Advocacy is the expression of support for or opposition to a cause, argument or proposal.  Advocacy may include influencing laws, legislation or attitudes.  Zonta advocacy is an action taken in “the public interest” or for “the greater good” with respect to advancing the status of women & girls & their human rights.

3. Page 3 ZI Advocacy Policy Highlights 1.ZI, districts, & clubs (We) are urged to express about & become involved in issues which: Improve the legal, political, economic, educational, health & professional status of women Promote justice & universal respect for human rights & fundamental freedoms 2.We are encouraged to support proposed legislation that advances the Objects & Resolutions of ZI, such as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women & the Millennium Development Goals & updates

4. Page 4 ZI Advocacy Policy Highlights 3.We may identify and cooperate with like-minded organizations or individuals 4.When hosting or sponsoring educational activities, present a well-balanced presentation of facts & viewpoints 5.We shall not advocate / endorse a political candidate or party, or any religion  We may endorse individuals for non-partisan positions 6.Only Board may express opinions on behalf of ZI

5. Page 5 ZI Advocacy Policy Highlights 7.Clubs may express their opinion on issues only as clubs, Districts only as districts 8.We may register protests concerning violations of human rights with the ZI UN Committee 9.We shall not otherwise express positions involving another country, except with prior approval of ZI President Individuals may express personal views, but must never attribute them to Zonta

6. Page 6 Best of Class Advocacy from Melbourne, 2012 Governor’s Cup Winner 1.Human Trafficking (HT)  Club has taken a leadership role in the Space Coast Rescue and Restore Coalition (SCRRC) w/Zontian on the Board + additional attendees  Held 1-day Training for law enforcement, 1st responders & stakeholders 75 attendees, incl. a State Representative Trainers included FCAHT; FBI Special Agent, SCRRC  2 nd training: St. Petersburg College FL Regional Community Policing Institute

7. Page 7 Best of Class Advocacy from Melbourne, 2012 Governor’s Cup Winner 1.Human Trafficking (HT)  County Commissioners adopted resolution in support of "all efforts to eradicate human trafficking" at the request of Zonta and the SCRRC  Attended Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Orlando to learn and share best practices  Newest Zontian is an attorney who will leading activities to involve attorneys in services for victims and training Will provided certified continuing education credits for attendees

8. Page 8 More Highlights from Melbourne  Attend Govt. Affairs meetings at Chamber Secured support for anti-HT legislation, which became law  Attended Congressman’s forum to share Zonta's advocacy priorities 2.Support Serene Harbor domestic violence shelter 3.Advocacy chair monitors legislative activities on HT, ERA & other Zonta priorities including: Reading and responding to draft legislation Attending committee hearings

9. A 2012-2014 campaign to fight violence against women & enhance Zonta International’s credibility & visibility

10. Page 10 Part One until November 25, 2013  All Zontians are encouraged to take action on Violence Against Women & Girls (VAW)  Special section on www.zonta.org featuring:www.zonta.org Local stories on VAW activities Suggestions for actions & advocacy  Clubs must prepare for November 25, 2013 & the subsequent “16 Days of Activism”

11. Page 11 Part Two – November 25, 2013  All clubs will take part in one common action, all members requested to wear orange UN chose orange to draw attention to VAW Ribbons will be available through ZI Store  Clubs are asked to visualize the reported number of victims of VAW in their community & stage a public / media event

12. Page 12 Part Two – November 25, 2013  On November 25, 2013 ZI will start taking part in “16 Days of Activism” – along with the UN international campaign Online pledge on ZI’s website & an online discussion dealing with VAW

13. Page 13 17 steps to Participate in “Zonta says NO” Part One 1.ZI is already working on VAW with ZISVAW projects, and has great stories about successes and ongoing efforts Inform your club about these Involve a member who is particularly interested to help prepare a report or a presentation using ZI resources: www.zonta.org/WhatWeDo/InternationalPrograms/ZI SVAWProgram.aspx

14. Page 14 17 steps to Participate in “Zonta says NO” 2.Ask your District Chair of UN, or Advocacy & Service to assist you, invite them to a meeting 3.Every story, every activity will be recognized, tell your story at www.zonta.org or www.facebook.com/ZontaInternationalwww.zonta.org www.facebook.com/ZontaInternational 4.If you do not have a club activities on VAW, schedule a meeting to concentrate on the topic Work with your club service & advocacy chair ID who is working on VAW in your community  Tell them about Zonta’s activities – maybe they’re interested in working with us  Invite them to the meeting

15. Page 15 17 steps to Participate in “Zonta says NO” 5.If you do not have a fundraising purpose take VAW Try to find strong partners within your community 6.Find out how many victims of VAW are registered in your community and who is working on that issue Let them inform you on a regular basis 7.Contact other Zonta clubs within your Area/District to compare results, coordinate actions Concentrate an Area meeting on VAW Contact supporters in your community & get other organizations to join as well

16. Page 16 17 steps to Participate in “Zonta says NO” 8.Enter your project for consideration in the newly created Zonta Service Recognition Award, category VAW Submitting only takes 10 minutes & opens the chance to be awarded a prize & to be recognized at the 2014 Convention 9.Find out more about 2012-2014 ZISVAW projects on the ZI website. Share with your club & communityZI website 10.Support ZISVAW by donating at www.zonta.org.www.zonta.org 11.Make sure every Zontian in your club has an orange ribbon to wear

17. Page 17 17 steps to Participate in “Zonta says NO”  Get ready for November 25th, 2013 12.Prepare for a public/media event where the # of victims in your community will be visualized. Further suggestions will soon be available at www.zonta.org www.zonta.org 13.Connect with Clubs & organizations in your community working on VAW; tell them about your activities, ZI activities! 14.Contact media at least 3-5 weeks before your event, explain your club & ZI VAS activities. Ask they be prepared for reporting on November 25. You may receive advice & support making your action even more powerful

18. Page 18 17 steps to Participate in “Zonta says NO” November 25, 2013 15.Wear an orange ribbon 16.Stage a public/media event 17.Zonta will start taking part in “16 Days of Activism” along with the UN international campaign There will be an online pledge offered on ZI’s website & an online discussion dealing with VAW Clubs are also invited take local actions within that “16 Days” in addition to the common action Invite every member of your club to be part of it

19. Page 19 “Zonta says NO”  Our combined voice will improve the lives of women & girls by: Highlighting the impact of VAW Mobilizing the community to say NO, it’s not okay Supporting initiatives that prevent VAW Helping those that have been subject to violence

20. Page 20 “Zonta says NO”  If you haven’t already, you’ll find out that it’s really worthwhile to find & fight VAW in your community.  WE can all make a difference by drawing attention to VAW  Thank you for participating!