From this Friday (November 25) through until Sunday, December 10, keep an eye out for the Zonta Orange Ladies in key locations around the Northern Rivers.

You will find them in libraries, sports centres, cafes and elsewhere. They are all part of the 16 Days of Activism to help eliminate violence against women and girls.

"It is an awareness-raising campaign for our region," says President of the Zonta Club of Northern Rivers, Bobbi Crane.

"Violence against women is the most pervasive human rights violation around the world. There is more proof than ever that violence against women and girls is preventable. The bright Orange Lady is the global symbol for Zonta’s anti-violence message."

"The campaign starts on 25 November with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and ends with Human Rights Day observed on the 10th December."

"You may also see our large ZONTA SAYS NO banner on display in Ballina from 25th November until the 10th December."

Enquiries please contact:

President: Bobbi Crane bobbicrane@hotmail.com or phone 0409 980 729.

Vice President: Lyn Crehan lyncrehan@gmail.com or phone 0428 220 512.

About Zonta

Zonta International is an organisation which helps “Build a Better World for Women and Girls”. We are committed to providing life-changing opportunities for women and girls through international and local service. Zonta has helped in 66 countries to: improve women’s health; provide better economic and educational opportunities; and campaign against gender-based violence.

The bright Orange Lady is the global symbol for Zonta’s anti violence message and a hope for a better future for women and girls. Find out about or contact Northern Rivers Zonta at https://zontadistrict22.org/district-22-clubs/zonta-club-of-northern-rivers-inc.