By: Glenda S. Tayona
Nine empowered women who are exemplary and distinct in their respective fields have been recognized as Women of Distinction by Zonta Club of Iloilo City II.
These contributed positively to strengthening and shaping Iloilo’s future and served as catalysts for economic, social and cultural development, national security and national unity by providing their time, talent and resources.
Junel Divinagracia, Overall Committee chairman and Dr. Cheryl Lynn Nuñez, Zonta Club of Iloilo City II past president. 
The Troix Voix singers with Zonta Club of Iloilo City I President Ma. Amelita E. Lazarraga. 
Iloilo City Councilor Candice Magdalane Tupas delivers a special message to Zontians and the awardees.
The awardees were evaluated based on their career achievement, personality, community involvement, and educational accomplishment.
Vice President Leni Robredo graced the awarding on Dec. 3 at Richmond Hotel as the guest of honor.
The 2nd Zonta Women of Distinction Awardees were the following:
* Ninda A. Atinado in the field of Environmental Sustainability and Beautification of the Iloilo City
* Ms. Annabelle Rosario S. Blancaflor in the field of Public Service
* Dr. Marovi A. Celis in the field of Community Safety Advocacy
* Dr. Mary Jane G. Juanico in the field of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
* Ms. Maritess E. Lim in the field of Volunteerism
* Ms. Natalie U. Lim in the field of Hospitality
* LTC Imelda L. Nadala QMS (GSC) PA in the field of Military Service
* Ms. Dorothy S. Tarol in the field of Education
* Mrs. Rosalie S. Treñas as Community Champion
Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.
The members of Zonta Club of Iloilo City II with Zonta Club of Iloilo City I President Ma. Amelita E. Lazarraga, PPAD Ruth Tirol-Jarantilla, and Zonta Area Director Teresita Apistar. 
The awardees with the Zontians.
The organization envisions a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential./PN
