News & Media
Changemaker Event 2026: Leading with influence to create safer, stronger and more economically secure futures for women.
Join Zahra Foundation for Changemaker 2026 on Wednesday 21 October, 6pm–9pm at Sanctuary, Adelaide Zoo, featuring keynote speaker Tanya Hosch AM and a panel of South Australian leaders.
ANZIIF launches 53rd South Australian Charity Luncheon, supporting Adelaide-based Zahra Foundation
ANZIIF is proud to announce the return of one of South Australia’s most respected industry traditions: the ANZIIF South Australian Charity Luncheon, to be held in 2026 with a refreshed format and a renewed focus on industry impact.
Corporate Ladder: your weekly guide to executive appointments in South Australia
“Supporting women and children to rebuild safe, economically independent futures after domestic and family violence is an incredibly important mission. I look forward to working with our partners, supporters, and communities to expand our impact.”
Tania Potts, CEO, Zahra Foundation
South Australia’s moment to end domestic violence
South Australia is no stranger to tragedy, but last year, the state reached a devastating low. In one harrowing week, five women were killed – allegedly by men known to them.
ABC interviews Zahra Participant on experience recovering from coercive control
ABC spoke to a woman who's emerged from coercive control, a very common form of domestic abuse. For privacy reasons, we have withheld her name and her voice has been replaced with an actor's
The Zahra Foundation calls for a Royal Commission
Zahra Foundation Australia stands united with Embolden, South Australia’s peak body, in advocating for a Royal Commission into domestic, family, and sexual violence in South Australia.
Vuly donates to Zahra Foundations Christmas Fundraiser
We are pleased to advise that the great people at Vuly have kindly donated a voucher for the auction. We all know how coveted a trampoline is for Christmas. But did you know that trampolines improve mental health?
Greater Foundation
We’re thrilled to announce that thanks to the generosity and commitment of Greater Charitable Foundation we’ll be partnering with Jenny’s Place Domestic Violence & Homelessness Support and Deakin University to deliver our Pathways to Empowerment program in Newcastle for the next three years.
Recovery alliance recent media statement
Australian National Domestic, Family and Sexual violence – Recovery alliance recent media statement October 2022
2022: Zahra Foundation Not-a-Lottery
Get ready for the Zahra Foundation Not-a-Lottery, where you'll win... nothing. But your donation will provide life-changing financial counselling and personal support for someone who has escaped domestic violence. Visit www.notalottery.com to donate today.
Women on the Run returns for a seventh year with biggest target yet
Women on the Run returns for its seventh year with a $50,000 target to support domestic violence recovery.
Checking it twice with Zahra Foundation Gifts for Good campaign
For those putting their Christmas list together Zahra Foundation are encouraging gifting with purpose through their Gifts for Good campaign.
Exciting opportunity to lead the Zahra Foundation
We are seeking a leader to join our established team as General Manager to continue to grow the impact, success, and reputation of the Zahra Foundation.
Zahra Foundation launches new pay-it-forward lunch series – Women Empowering Women
Zahra Foundation presents our first ever Women Empowering Women event. At our pay-it-forward luncheon you can hear from three inspirational women:
Record breaking Women on the Run!
Women on the Run 2021 has broken all records as the most successful fun run/walk event in the Zahra Foundation’s event history.
Women on the Run 2021 – Event information
Thank you for registering for Zahra Foundation Women on the Run sponsored by Credit Union SA. We are looking forward to welcoming you on Sunday at Grange Jetty Reserve.
Myer Adelaide support Zahra Foundation for month of February.
From 1st – 28th February Myer Adelaide City are running a Local Giving Month POS Round Up campaign. Customers shopping in-store will have the opportunity to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar, with Myer Community Fund donating 100% of funds raised in February to the Zahra Foundation.
Registrations open for Women on the Run 2021!
Registrations are open for the sixth annual Women on the Run event, which supports the work of domestic violence charity Zahra Foundation Australia.
Zahra Foundation appoints new leaders
Zahra Foundation Australia has appointed a new General Manager and Board Chair to lead its work supporting women and children affected by family violence.