General Information

The award recognizes women aged 18–35 who exhibit exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and ethical behavior. It celebrates their contributions to business and their efforts to address global or local challenges affecting women, girls, or climate justice.

Award Details:

• 10 international awards of $10,000 each.
• A complimentary one-year membership in Zonta International.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must:  Women aged 18–35 at the time of application.
• Women who demonstrate:
• • Outstanding leadership in a business-related field.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Ethical conduct.
  • Significant contributions to issues impacting women, girls, or climate justice.

Application Process:

Locate a nearby Zonta club using the Club Locator on the Zonta website.

Submit a typed application in the language accepted by the club or district before the specified deadline. Applicants from areas without a Zonta club can apply via a Zonta e-Club or directly to their district.

Send club winner applications to:

Business in Leadership Award Chair

Carmen Kronawettleitner-Berger ZC Innsbruck I

carmen.kb(at)aon(dot)at