Awards (Education)
Awards Information & ResourcesBuilding Our future
District 4 and our clubs promote gender equality in education to further develop a pool of talented women for the future that is traditionally dominated by men. To address gaps and promote gender equality in education, our District supports four programs for women and girls pursuing education and careers in the traditionally male-dominated fields of aerospace sciences and engineering, business and business management, leadership and we are proud to announce the Women in STEM will continue.
Many clubs offer financial awards and scholarships to enable young women the opportunity to further their pursuit of higher education.
How D4 Awards Are Selected
2022 – 2024 Presentation
Encouraging application submissions to clubs for D4 district consideration.
Future Leaders
Each award section has links to ZI – My Zonta for more information than on the D4 public site to help clubs select a candidate.
ZONTA YOUNG WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP AWARD
D4 2024 YWPA Awardee is Azka Siddiqui
The Zonta Young Women in Leadership (ZYWIL) Award Program recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life. Zonta International offers 37 international awards of US$5,000.
In District 4, clubs will submit one candidate from their applications to compete at the district level; due dates will vary among clubs.
Each district submits one applicant for consideration for an international award. Applications are due to [email protected] by March 15, 2025.
ZONTA WOMEN IN BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AWARD
D4 2023 JMK Awardee is Aislin Roth
The Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award, formally known as Jane M. Klausman Award, acknowledges and celebrates women who demonstrate exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, ethical conduct and make significant contributions to their respective industries while addressing global or local issues affecting women and girls or climate justice.
Zonta International offers 10 international awards of US$10,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year.
In District 4, clubs will submit one candidate from their applications to compete at the district level; due dates will vary among clubs.
Each district submits one application to Zonta International for consideration. Applications are due to [email protected] by August 1, 2025.
ZONTA WOMEN IN STEM AWARD
D4 2023 STEM Scholarship Awardee is Alisa Douglas
The Zonta Women in STEM Award uplifts innovation and celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of women between 18-35 years of age in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields and acknowledges their groundbreaking research, pioneering discoveries, and/or exemplary contributions to advancing knowledge and innovation in a STEM field. By recognizing and supporting these exceptional women, Zonta aims to inspire future generations and foster inclusivity and diversity in the world of STEM.
Zonta International offers 16 international awards of US$10,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year.
In District 4, clubs will submit one candidate from their applications to compete at the district level; due dates will vary among clubs.
Each district submits one application for consideration. Applications are due to [email protected] by November 1, 2025.
ZONTA AMELIA EARHART FELLOWSHIP
D4 2024 Amelia Earhart Fellow is Barza Nisar
The Amelia Earhart Fellowship was established in 1938 in honor of famed pilot and Zontian, Amelia Earhart. The US$10,000 Fellowship is awarded annually to up to 30 women pursuing Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences. It may be used at any university or college offering accredited post-graduate courses and degrees in these fields.
Applications are submitted directly to Zonta International. The Amelia Earhart Fellowship applications for 2025 are closed.
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