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2007-2008
Chris Gerl
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Deb Allen
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Liz Reeves
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JulieBowder
Dr. Mary Ann Rubis Directors
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Fall Conference 2007
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District I Fall Conference
So. Portland, ME
Exactly one hundred Zontians and guests attended the 2007 Fall Conference
last weekend, and judging by the evaluations turned in, the conference was a
huge success. A report on the conference will be published in the next
District Newsletter; in the
meantime, here are a few comments from some of the attendees from the Zonta
Club of Quaboag Valley.
Liz Reeves:
Wow ! What a great weekend! It has been a number of years since
I have been to a District Conference and the first time as a
delegate. Being a delegate opened my eyes a bit more to how the
district works. I am always impressed by how we are surrounded by so
many bright, capable women. It is truly energizing. The York and
Bangor Clubs did an outstanding job of organizing the conference. If
I have to pick one of the many highlights of the conference for me,
I would say that it was getting to know other members better
(including Quaboag members) as well as getting plenty of business
done. I suppose that is a Zontian for you!
P.S. Chris Gerl will be receiving some changes on the Rules of
Procedure for the District that each of the clubs need to vote on .
The District budget was reviewed and accepted with a vote.
Marge Cavanaugh:
I have been thinking about the Fall Conference and what I
enjoyed the most. Can’t pinpoint one thing. Guess it was the whole
Fall Conference. Hearing Jean Corbin Thomas from New Zealand talk
about UNIFEM makes you realize how much good ZONTA does world wide.
Mayor Larry Gilbert made us more aware of trafficking and what we
can do about it. Each speaker motivated and informed. Of course,
being directly across from the Maine Mall was a plus as well. I have
been going to Fall Conference for a number of years and the best
part has always been being with my sister Zontians. They are
remarkable and that has not changed since my first Conference.
Deb Allen:
South Portland was my last fall
conference as District 1 Treasurer. It has been a great experience
getting to know and work with Zontians from other clubs and areas.
For me the highlight of this conference was meeting and talking to
our International Rep Bonnie Schumacher. I was rejuvenated by her
enthusiasm and passion. She had many fantastic ideas for membership
/recruitment. I plan to pick her brain some more by email!
Mary Knight:
“Zonta International condemns the practice of trafficking
in persons, especially women and girls, for sexual or labor
exploitation as a gross violation of human rights and a crime
against humanity. “ When we think about this position statement,
many of us don’t picture trafficking being prevalent in the United
States. Laurent Gilbert, mayor for the City of Lewiston, Maine, made
us realize that modern day slavery is in fact a thriving business
even in Maine! He shared information from the US Department of
Justice and local law enforcement agencies outlining strategies for
protecting trafficking victims and prosecuting traffickers.
The
2006-2008 District 1 Board—headed by Governor Lynn Goodhue—will
complete its term in May 2008. We are proud to have three Quaboag
Valley members on this board: Kris Gould—Secretary, Deb
Allen—Treasurer, and Dr. Mary Ann Rubis—Area II Director. At the
Fall Conference, the 2008-2010 Board was elected and we are proud to
announce that the new District I Lt. Governor will be Dr. Mary Ann
Rubis!! Serving on a District Board requires a lot of time, energy,
personal cost and sacrifice. Kudos to all Zonta members who have
stepped up to the plate. We thank the 2006-2008 Board and we pledge
110% support to Governor Nadine Salley and Mary Ann for their
leadership in the next biennium. |
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The Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley