CSW: A Zontian’s Perspective

The CSW is open to all Zontians. This year more than 40 Zontians attended the CSW in person in New York, and at least 100 more participated online. Below are some reflections from Zontians who participated in person or virtually.

“The Danish Permanent Mission to the UN and the Danish Foreign Ministry were very supportive and inclusive for Zonta as NGO. We were able to attend virtual morning briefings and the opening of CSW as well as side events and parallel events.”—Hanne

Friis, Zonta Club of Aarhus I, Denmark, and member of the Danish delegation

the Middle East and the USA!"—Tomasa

“At 3 A.M., trying to look alert, but so exciting to be part of CSW67! One take away—civil society members are not diplomats so they can be more outspoken.”

—Alwyn Friedersdorff, Zonta Club of AlburyWodonga, Australia

“I learned that digital foundation to enhance peer-to-peer exchange of ideas promoting empowerment of women and girls. Women need smart phones to access educational, financial and healthcare resources.”

Joan Kabayambi, Zonta Club of Kampala, Uganda

“It is the second year that I can participate virtually in the CSW Forum, and I really liked it! A very interesting way to update ourselves on issues related to women. All were interactive talks with the participation of women from all continents explaining their points of view, sharing experiences and problems in their communities. I met new valuable Zontians and met Zontian friends…each one told something about the session in which they participated and links and recommendations could be exchanged.”

—Adriana Otero, Zonta Club of Montevideo, Uruguay

"CSW is a truly unique Zonta experience that shows how Zonta works on global scales; that our voice has an international platform; and that we have likeminded partners around the world to learn from and work with to build a better world for women and

—Britt

Vaughan, 2022–2024 International Director, Zonta Club of Burbank Area, USA