Zonta helps birthing mothers
THE Dusk Room at South Tweed Sports Club was a hive of activity yesterday when scores of people met with a single objective.
Zonta's Gold Coast and Tweed Heads branch held a birthing kit assembling day to aid women giving birth in third world countries.
"As well as contributing to the prevention of infections in newborns and mothers this was a great opportunity to meet other local women willing to give their time to make a difference," said Zonta member Marie-Elise Allen.
With door prizes and raffles, much socialising and snacks on hand, the task was made lighter.
A shoe and handbag sale also helped raise funds for the cause.
The kits cost about $2 each to assemble.
The kits include a piece of one-metre-square black plastic, two pieces of cord, a pair of gloves, and a piece of soap.
The cost of freighting the kits to various countries is met by AusAID.
