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The Zonta Emblem

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What appears to be the letter “Z” is actually the Sioux symbol for “ray of light,” “sunshine” or “flash of radiance”- and so “inspiration.”

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This Sioux symbol means “to band together for a purpose” or “to stand together”- in a word, “loyalty.”

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This symbol is the Sioux way of saying “to carry together.”

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This symbol is the Sioux symbol for “shelter.” An indoor organization. 

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The square is neither exclusively Sioux, nor is it exclusively Native American. It is the symbol for “honesty” and “trust.”

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This composed symbol became Zonta’s emblem, signifying a group of successful business executives and professionals who are loyal, honest, and trustworthy, inspired to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy.

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During the 1996-1998 Biennium, the Zonta International Board voted to have the words “Zonta International” incorporated into the emblem to standardize its appearance and enhance recognition of Zonta International throughout the world.