Zonta Club of Cebu I

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

As we celebrate this season of love, hope, and giving, Zonta Club of Cebu 1 extends its warmest Christmas greetings and heartfelt wishes for a joyful and meaningful New Year.

May this holiday season remind us of the power of compassion, service, and sisterhood. As we welcome the New Year, may we continue to uplift women, advocate for equality, and serve our communities with renewed passion and purpose.

From all of us at Zonta Club of Cebu 1, may your hearts be full, your homes be warm, and the coming year be filled with peace, hope, and countless blessings.

Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year to all! 🎄✨💛

Mel GO

Celebrating Excellence and Advocacy

Zonta Club of Cebu 1 proudly honors our TOPHSG Batch 5 Awardees and Poster Making Contest Winners for their outstanding achievements, creativity, and commitment to empowering women and ending violence against women and children.

Your voices, talents, and dedication inspire change and give life to the values we stand for. May this recognition encourage you to continue leading with purpose, compassion, and courage.

Congratulations to all our awardees and winners. We are proud of you and excited to see the impact you will make.

With inspiration and purpose, Past Area 3 Director Tess Beltran Chan officially opened this year’s 18 Days of Activism Culmination and the TOPHSG Batch 5 Awarding.

Her empowering message reminded us of the strength of leadership, the power of service, and our shared commitment to advancing advocacy and excellence. A truly uplifting start to a meaningful celebration of action and achievement.

Ladies of Ceremonies | Still the tandem to beat!

A heartfelt thank you to our ever-reliable, ever-radiant Ladies of Ceremonies, VP Nancy Berame and BOD Malu Rendon. Thank you for always bringing joy and laughter, keeping the energy alive, and for being our on-call hosts whenever the moment calls for it.

Your wit, warmth, and seamless partnership make every program brighter. We are truly grateful for you both. 🌟

Zonta Club of Cebu 1 met with Casto Foundation in a productive and inspiring discussion for future collaboration.

The meeting was graced by Maryles Casto, Founder of Casto Foundation, together with Casto Foundation Director Luz Bagtas and Jing. Joining from Zonta Club of Cebu 1 were the Club Board of Directors and Committee Chairs, united by a shared vision of service and impact.

A truly fruitful way to end the year, grounded in collaboration, purpose, and hope for meaningful projects ahead.

Looking forward to a strong and meaningful partnership.

Mel GO Tess Beltran Chan Jane Po Stella Bernabe

Celebrating Creativity with a Cause 💛🎨

Zonta Club of Cebu 1 proudly held the 18 Days of Activism Poster Making Contest Awarding, recognizing the powerful creativity and advocacy of our young participants in the fight to end Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC).

🏅 Winners received cash prizes, a Zonta medal, certificates, and gift vouchers in recognition of their outstanding work.
🎖️ Non-winners were also honored with certificates and gift vouchers as a token of appreciation for their meaningful participation and support of the advocacy.

Every poster told a story. Every entry amplified the call to end VAWC. Congratulations to all participants for using art as a voice for change and empowerment. 💛

Double the Cheer, Double the Celebration 🎄💛

Zonta Club of Cebu 1 joyfully celebrates our November and December birthday celebrants as we come together during our December GMM and Christmas Party.

May this season of love, gratitude, and togetherness bring you happiness, good health, and continued inspiration in service. Thank you for the warmth and joy you share with the club throughout the year.

Cheers to our celebrants and to a festive celebration filled with laughter, friendship, and Zonta spirit!

Honoring Commitment. Celebrating Advocacy.

Zonta Club of Cebu 1, through its VAWC Committee Chair, Zn. Pearle Strolz, proudly recognizes and awards Certificates of Appreciation to our dedicated Zontians who actively joined and showed unwavering support in the various activities of the 18 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) this year.

Your presence, time, and commitment strengthened our collective voice and reaffirmed our mission to stand up, speak out, and take action against VAWC. Together, we continue to build safer communities and a more just future for women and children.

Thank you for your service, solidarity, and steadfast advocacy. 💛

Zonta Club of Cebu 1 proudly recognizes and thanks our generous sponsors who made this year’s The Outstanding Public High School Graduates (TOPHSG) program possible. Your unwavering support and commitment to education continue to uplift and inspire young leaders to dream bigger and aim higher.

With heartfelt gratitude, we honor the generosity of our Zontians:
✨ PAD Tess Beltran Chan
✨ Pres. Mel Ramos
✨ PP Gina Atienza
✨ PP Isabel Alega Garcia
✨ Zn Pearle Strolz
✨ Judge Sylva Paderanga
✨ Zn Helena Benedicto

Thank you for your kind hearts and steadfast belief in the power of education. Together, we are shaping brighter futures and empowering the next generation. 💛

Zonta Club of Cebu 1 held its final Board Meeting of 2025, marking the close of a productive and meaningful year of service and leadership.

While we reflect on the milestones we have achieved together, the year is not over yet. Exciting plans, activities, and even a possible partnership are still ahead as we continue our commitment to empowering women and building stronger communities.

The meeting was also made extra special with the sharing of early Christmas gifts from President Melita Mel GO Ramos, Past President Stella Bernabe, and BOD Pia Alturas, adding warmth and joy to the gathering.

As we move forward, we look ahead with hope and enthusiasm for an even more productive year to come.

Together, we continue to lead, serve, and inspire. 🫶🏻🫶🏻

Prosecutor Lo**ta Lomanta delivered a powerful and enlightening talk on “Men as Partners in Ending Violence Against Women” in relation to RA 9262, fostering a thoughtful and engaging discussion on the crucial role of men in preventing and addressing gender-based violence.

Our talk on RA 9262, held in partnership with the University of the Visayas at the Doña Andre Multimedia Center, was a resounding success. With an attentive audience and insightful exchanges, the session deepened our collective understanding of the law that protects women and children against violence.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Pros. Lo**ta Lomanta for generously sharing her expertise, to the University of the Visayas for warmly welcoming us, and to all participants who demonstrated their commitment to creating safer spaces for women and children.

Together, we continue to educate, empower, and stand firm against gender-based violence.

Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women.

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Mel GO

FUN FUN FUN
Teaser of yesterday’s Christmas Party