The 2024 Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award recognizes young women for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life. Each district or region may submit one applicant for consideration for an international scholarship. The five largest districts may submit a second applicant for a total of two applicants. Those studying at a secondary school, college or university in a Zonta district/region, or who are studying elsewhere but are citizens of a Zonta country, who demonstrate evidence of the following, are eligible to apply. Applicants from geographic areas within a Zonta district/region where no clubs are located may apply via a Zonta e-club or directly to the district to be eligible for the international awards. Two recommendations from adults, not related to the applicant, such as teachers, school officials, employee supervisors or community leaders, must be sent directly to the Zonta club or district/region and not through the applicant. Applicants must locate a Zonta club near them by using the Club Locator to receive the deadline and an address to submit an application. Please visit the award's website or contact the Zonta International Foundation for more information.