The Zonta Club of Westchester County holds Zonta International Charter number 111, making it one of the oldest clubs of the more than 1,200 clubs in 67 countries and with a membership of approximately 31,000. The Westchester Club, which was originally called the Zonta Club of Mount Vernon, is part of Zonta International, District 3, Area 1.
International Convention in Rotterdam, 2008
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Zonta was founded in 1919 in Buffalo, New York. The Nineteenth Amendmenthad just been proposed granting women the right to vote and allowing women to participate more fully in careers and government. Since the United Nations was formed in 1945 Zonta has worked with it as a Non-governmental organization
Our membership represents some of the most distinguished businesss and professional careers, including: teachers, performing artistis, managers, public relations, financial advisors, health care providers, attorneys, and business owners.
The Zonta Club of Westchester meets on the third Tuesday of each month except in July and August, with programs that meet our objectives and goals, as well as provide fellowship and networking.