Changemaker Event 2026: Leading with influence to create safer, stronger and more economically secure futures for women.
Join Zahra Foundation for an evening of conversation, connection and action at Sanctuary, Adelaide Zoo on Wednesday 21 October, from 6pm to 9pm.
Hear from Tanya Hosch AM
We are delighted to welcome Tanya Hosch AM as our keynote speaker.
A nationally respected leader and advocate, Tanya has spent her career using influence to advance social inclusion, gender equity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander recognition. As the first Indigenous person and only the second woman appointed to the AFL’s executive ranks, she led meaningful action on racism, sexism, diversity and inclusion, bringing a powerful perspective to this year’s Changemaker theme.
Following Tanya’s keynote, an outstanding panel of South Australian leaders will explore what is working, where change is still needed and the practical role that leaders, workplaces, organisations and individuals can play.
Our panel
Tania Potts – CEO, Zahra Foundation Australia
Jake Battifuoco – General Manager, Power Community Limited
Graeme Jackson – Executive Director, People and Corporate Services, Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Fiona Dorman – Chair, Premier’s Council for Women SA and National President, National Council of Women Australia
Changemaker is about learning from one another, building confidence and recognising the influence we already have to create meaningful and lasting change.
Bring your colleagues, clients and networks and enjoy after-work drinks, canapés and meaningful connections in the beautiful surrounds of Sanctuary at Adelaide Zoo.
Event details
Wednesday 21 October 2026
6pm–9pm
Sanctuary, Adelaide Zoo
By attending Changemaker, you will also support Zahra Foundation’s work helping women impacted by domestic and family violence rebuild their financial independence and create safer futures for themselves and their families.
Changemaker Adelaide 2026 is proudly supported by Port Adelaide Football Club, whose partnership is helping us bring this important conversation to our community.
Buy your ticket today and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/changemakerevent2026tickets