On the occasion of March 8th - International Women's Day and Zonta's Yellow Rose Day, Area 05, District 30, Zonta International organized a National Essay Competition on the topic "The Role of Women Leaders in Finding Solutions to Climate Change".
The competition was designed for outstanding young women aged 16 to 25 years who are active in various fields of public life and would like to present their perspectives and understanding of the role of women in the fight against climate change, as well as make concrete recommendations for women's involvement in national and/or global action against climate change.
The contest reached nearly 25, 000 people, quite a few were interested and 7 young ladies wrote and submitted essays complying with the stated criteria.
From 12 to 14 May at the "St. Anastasia" Hotel in Burgas, during the Second Area 05, District 30, Zonta International Board Meeting for Biennium 2022-2024 the winners of the contest were announced and awarded.
The first place was awarded to Kristina Dimitrova from Plovdiv, the second place was awarded to Nur Mehmedali from Burgas, and the third place went to Alexandra Ivanova, also from Burgas.
Kristina and Nur were present in person and not only were they able to receive their prizes, accompanied by certificates and yellow roses - the symbol of Zonta, but also to meet the Zonta members present at the meeting, who warmly welcomed them into the community of the biggest organization of women professionals.
Alexandra was unfortunately unable to attend and her award was given to Zonta Club of Bourgas's President - Mrs. Daniela Georgieva, who will make sure she recieves it at another convenient time.
Area 05 thanks everyone who participated in the contest and congratulates again Kristina, Nur and Alexandra for their success with wishes for many more in the future!