Zonta Club of Armidale Inc in Armidale, New South Wales | Non-profit organisation

Zonta Club of Armidale Inc

Locality: Armidale, New South Wales

Phone: +61 407 413 317

Address: PO Box 921 2350 Armidale, NSW, Australia

Website: http://zontadistrict24.org/d24-clubs/area-3/armidale

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25.01.2022 GEAReD welcome's you to a one-off screening of THE LEADERSHIP in Armidale this November. Set in the wilderness of Antarctica, THE LEADERSHIP is a documentary t...hat reflects on the obstacles women face in STEMM and leadership. "This film explores some of the personal stories of the Homeward Bound women, unearthing the systemic obstacles to their advancement in science and beyond." Dr Mary McMillan, Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science, and Alumna of the Homeward Bound women. See the event and ticket site here https://okt.to/8PoK3t

24.01.2022 When a woman shares her story of violence, she takes the first step to breaking the cycle of abuse. It’s on all of us to give her the space she needs to speak up and be heard. #ZontaSaysNO #EndChildMarriage #16days

23.01.2022 New members, Jackie Reid, Hayam Kudeedah and Shirley Tier, were inducted at last night’s 45th anniversary dinner by Zonta District 24 Area 3 Director, Anne Parnell. Club members welcomed them enthusiastically and look forward to working with them on club activities.

22.01.2022 Meet Nzambi Matee, a 29-year-old inventor who has turned 20 tons of plastic trash into paving bricks. Check out more animals on ITK: https://bit.ly/2V1meEN

21.01.2022 https://www.sbs.com.au//these-young-women-are-changing-how

19.01.2022 We are looking for young women aged 16-19 who are interested and involved in leadership and public affairs. We offer three possible awards at local club level, Zonta District 24, and Zonta International level. Applications are due to the Zonta Club of Armidale by 28 March 2021. https://bit.ly/3qSpSz2

18.01.2022 About 45th anniversary dinner, Glenys Williams was recognised for her significant service to the club’s governance and projects over the last 35 years. Zonta District 24 Governor, Karen Tromp, read a tribute from another long-serving member, Anne Docherty, and presented Glenys with a Membership certificate.

17.01.2022 UNE scientists step up as STEM coaches to smash gender stereotypes February 11th marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a day celebrating ...the involvement and achievements of women and girls in science. While many women are leading the way in innovation and discovery, there are long-standing biases and gender stereotypes that are steering girls and women away from science related fields, resulting in a significant gender imbalance across many areas of science. Smashing those stereotypes and overcoming gender bias is no easy task but it’s a challenge that a group of scientists from the University of New England are taking on, by becoming STEM coaches to a group of high school girls with an interest in pursuing science careers. Curious Minds is a 6 month mentoring program for girls in STEM, delivered jointly by Australian Science Innovations and the Australian Mathematics Trust. The program is aimed at high achieving girls in years 9 and 10, who have a keen interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Each year the program pairs students with female coaches who are working in STEM fields, and aims to help the students construct personal goals, grow in confidence and ability, expand their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and build scientific networks. The 2021 Curious Minds program kicked off in December, and this year six UNE scientists are among the selected coaches. Coming from diverse scientific backgrounds including statistics, palaeontology, biomedical science and animal science, one thing each of these scientists have in common is a passion for mentoring and encouraging girls to pursue careers in STEM. Dr Christine Morton, a lecturer in statistics, has joined Curious Minds for the first time this year. I’m keen to share my passion for science, and career experience, with these girls as a mentor - we need to encourage these budding young scientists to stay in this field she said. The Curious Minds program is particularly targeted towards girls who are from rural or remote areas and Indigenous students, providing these students with an opportunity to connect with working scientists and be exposed to careers that they may not have considered otherwise. One of the things that attracted me to the program was that there was a focus on these under-represented groups of students said Dr Mary McMillan, a Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science and four-time Curious Minds coach. I come from a rural background myself, and I think it’s vitally important that we provide opportunities such as this to students in these areas, who can often be overlooked. On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, and beyond, these STEM coaches are excited to share their STEM stories and be visible role models for the next generation of scientists. It has already been extremely rewarding inspiring these young women to take on their highest career aspirations said Dr Amy Moss, a UNE post-doctoral fellow in poultry science, who is joining the Curious Minds team for the second year. Reflecting on the coaching experience so far, Christine adds I’ve been really impressed with the interest and commitment shown by the participating students I’ve met so far - they are so appreciative of the opportunity that the Curious Minds program provides for them Completing the UNE STEM coaching team are palaeontologist Dr Marissa Betts, poultry scientist Dr Natalie Morgan, and animal scientist Dr Holland Dougherty - Article by, Dr Mary McMillan Photo 1) Dr Amy Moss. Photo 2) Dr Mary McMillan. Photo 3) Dr Marissa Betts. Photo 4) Dr Natalie Morgan. Photo 5) Christine Morton

16.01.2022 Day 3: 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence. #ZontaSaysNO #EndChildMarriage #16Days Services for survivors are essential services.... This means that shelters, hotlines, counseling and all support for survivors of gender-based violence need to be available for those in need, even during the coronavirus pandemic. What are the services available in your local area? Armajun Health Service Aboriginal Corporation

16.01.2022 Special guest at last night’s 45th anniversary dinner was Marg Bateman from Port Macquarie club. Marg is a former Zonta District 24 Governor and, more recently, a member of the Zonta International Board and Foundation. She congratulated the 2021-22 Armidale Club Board members: President, Sanaz Alian; Vice President, Patricia Rego; Treasurer, Cate MacGregor; and Director, Cathryn McFarland. Sue Muir is continuing in the role of Secretary.

16.01.2022 Haven’t had lunch yet? We’re still cooking.

11.01.2022 We had the pleasure of formally inducting new member, Cate MacGregor, into the club this week. We are back to our dinner meetings, with Zoom for those away from Armidale, so it was great to be able to do this in person.

11.01.2022 As part of the $900,000 NSW Government Drought Stimulus Funding, Council is offering fifty $2000 grants to eligible businesses that need start up assistance, ar...e wanting to expand, or needing to improve their online services. Businesses will need to meet a specific criteria, and all applications will be assessed by an independent panel. Applications must be made online between October 2 and October 30, and successful applicants will be notified by Monday 16 November. Apply now! https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//small-business-re See more

07.01.2022 The O’Connor Catholic College Z Club has been operating for a number of years with one of their annual projects being packing birthing kits. They recently ran a very successful fundraiser at school for this year’s kits. At the Armidale club’s 45th anniversary dinner, their club executive spoke about their activities and introduced a video about birthing kits. Pictured here with their school adviser, Vicki Channon, are Grace Everett, Mia Brotherson-Everett, Alex Shepheard and Bridie Giles.

06.01.2022 Ending violence is everyone’s business. We asked some of our local community about how they can make a difference. #ZontaSaysNO #EndChildMarriage #16days

06.01.2022 It’s almost lunchtime. The sausages (some vegan) are hot and fragrant.

06.01.2022 Applications are now open for the 2021 Zonta District 24 Achievement Award for a Young Indigenous Woman. The Zonta Club of Armidale has a local award as well. Do you know a young Indigenous women in her final year of secondary school or TAFE equivalent who deserves to be recognised? We are particularly looking for young women who have undertaken service to their school or wider community, shown leadership within their school&/or wider community, and who have the determinatio...n to successfully complete their secondary education. Completed applications from schools should be sent to Bronlyn Schoer by 31 March 2021. Em: [email protected] https://zontadistrict24.org/what-we-do/d24-awards-program//

05.01.2022 Day 4: 16 Days of Activism against gendered violence A number of people we are featuring mention the importance of listening. The Calgary Women’s Shelter has some very practical advice on how you can do this in their publication, Respecting & Listening to Victims of Violence A Handbook for those who are supporting women who have been abused by an intimate partner. https://www.calgarywomensshelter.com//SocialResponses_Hand It’s important to:... Acknowledge the violence. Be clear that the one who perpetrates abuse is the one who is responsible. Honour the victim’s resistance to the violence. Challenge victim-blaming messages the victim has received from others. Allow victims the right to judge their own choices. #ZontaSaysNo #End ChildMarriage #16Days

04.01.2022 HIDDEN TREASURES CELEBRATED ON INTERNATIONAL DAY OF RURAL WOMEN The outstanding contributions that women make to their regional communities have been recognised today, the International Day of Rural Women, with Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall unveiling the 2020 Hidden Treasures Honour Roll. Mr Marshall said that in a year of unforeseen challenges, women volunteers in rural NSW have selflessly and tirelessly donated their time, and today was an opportunity to celebrate... that. We never could have anticipated what 2020 would bring, but today we are recognising a number of women who have gone above and beyond to the benefit of their communities, said Mr Marshall. The Hidden Treasures Honour Roll is an annual initiative from the NSW Government’s Rural Women’s Network, that tells the stories of women volunteers, and promotes their valuable role to local charities, organisations and businesses. Volunteers are heroes in the bush, and the celebration of these nominees is an important part of ensuring their tireless work is respected. This year 104 women have been recognised by their communities in this important publication, bringing our total nominees to more than 1,000 since the Honour Roll first launched in 2010. Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor thanked the volunteers for their contributions to agriculture, business and community life. As a country woman, I have seen first-hand the way regional women support one another and give their own time so often to improve the lives of others. These awards are a great way of acknowledging these women for their generosity and selflessness in volunteering and helping our communities recover and thrive. For more information on the Hidden Treasures Honour Roll please visit the DPI website www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/rwn Photo: Minister Marshall, centre, with Northern Tablelands 2020 Honour Roll recipients, Department of Primary Industries’ Dimity Smith, left, recipients Kama Kamphuis, Karen Backus, Elka Devney, Gwen Smith, Jessica Wells, Pamela Wilkinson and Department of Primary Industries’ Liane Corocher.

04.01.2022 If you’ve been hankering for a Bunnings snag, we are ready to serve you one. Veggie option available. Help us support women in need.

04.01.2022 The smell of BBQ snags and onions is wafting over the car park. We’re ready for your order.

03.01.2022 Hasn’t the rain been great? If you’re headed to Bunnings tomorrow to stock up on gardening supplies (or for any other reason!), stop by for a sausage as well! We can help you with breakfast, morning tea, lunch and/or afternoon tea.

02.01.2022 New President, Sanaz Alian, thanked Hani Saremi for her contributions to the Club Board in the previous year.

02.01.2022 Jane M Klausman Women in Business Award Closing date: 30 July 2021 If you are a women of any age, pursuing a business program with major field of specialization in accounting, economics, finance, business management, marketing, operations management, human resources management, international business, or entrepreneurship, who demonstrate outstanding potential in the field, you can apply for this award. ... You will be enrolled in at least the second year of an undergraduate program through to the final year of a Master's program at the time your application is submitted to the Zonta Club of Armidale Inc, must be enrolled at the time the scholarship funds are disbursed, and not graduating before December. Applications from UNE students should be emailed to the Zonta Club of Armidale [email protected] 30 July 2021.