The turnover ceremony of the Zonta Club of Cebu 1 was a colorful and meaningful event, held at Casino Español de Cebu. The program reviewed past activities, highlighting the Club’s projects in environmental preservation, leadership, scholarship, and education.
For me, it was a nostalgic event, as I recalled working on education, ecology, community, and civic affairs projects with fellow Zontians like Anita Sanchez, Flor Streegan, Merle Cunanan, Inday Avila, Fe Necesario, and others.
The Zontians posed with Installation Officer International Lt. Gov.-Elect Susan Lim, MCE (seated, center) and Tess Chan. Also in the photo were (standing, from left) Stella Bernabe, Aida Uy, and Melita Go.
Stella Bernabe, a dedicated Zontian for all seasons, was recognized for her efforts. In the past, the Club undertook major fundraising projects such as Glamour and Glitz 1 and 2, RJ and the Riots, and Jose Mari Chan concerts. Some of these were held in cooperation with the American Chamber, Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the City and Province of Cebu, University of San Jose-Recoletos, Benedicto College, and many other linkages with socio-business clubs.
I will always remember working with fellow Zontians Anita, Flor, Inday, Merle, Fe, Amparo Rodil, Stella Bernabe, Tess Chan, and many others.
This year marks another chapter in Stella’s relentless efforts to continue projects in education, the environment, governance, civic affairs, healthcare, and other community initiatives. To all the Zontians, carry on and keep the torch of worthwhile programs burning.
