Join us for Dinner for Change, an evening with purpose supporting Tasmanian women and children experiencing family violence.

Part of the Justice for Her campaign, this event brings together leaders, workplaces and the wider community to stand behind meaningful, lasting change, and to learn, reflect and be part of something bigger.

Your hosts

Guiding the evening will be Tarang Chawla and Carolyn Self.

Tarang is an award-winning keynote speaker and a leading voice in the movement to end men’s violence against women, bringing insight and perspective to conversations that matter. Carolyn is a respected leader and advocate across the Tasmanian family violence sector, dedicated to preventing family violence and strengthening community responses needed to combat this issue.

The experience

Dinner for Change has been thoughtfully designed to create a meaningful and memorable experience for guests. Some moments will be powerful and confronting, offering insight and understanding, while others will lift and inspire – leaving guests feeling empowered in the role they can play in driving change. The evening will close on a high, with the dance floor coming to life through a DJ set celebrating iconic female powerhouse artists.

The event will feature:

  • Live Entertainment by Dewayne Everettsmith, proud palawa man, acclaimed singer-songwriter and cultural storyteller, Emily Sanzaro, contemporary harpist known for her atmospheric, captivating performances, and DJ Track and Field, local lawyer by day and DJ by night, who delivers high energy sets that mix retro influences with modern dance-pop anthems.

  • Immersive Dance Performance by Eternal Performing Arts

  • Guest Speakers including Shakira Robertson, an advocate using her voice and lived experience to drive change in domestic and family violence response, and Carolyn Self, Tasmanian leader with extensive experience in the field, using her professional expertise and lived experience to amplify survivor voices, drive systemic change, and foster safer, more compassionate communities.

  • Live Artwork by Brandi Salmon, Wiradjuri artist who will create a commissioned piece live to be auctioned on the night (proudly sponsored by Hobart Airport), reflecting themes of women and resilience.

  • Live Auction and Raffle

    Trauma-informed note

Given the nature of the subject matter, some content shared during the evening may be emotional, confronting or activating for some guests. Clear content notes and trigger warnings will be provided before lived-experience storytelling and other sensitive moments. This event has been designed with care and delivered through a trauma-informed lens, with a qualified support person available onsite throughout the evening for anyone who may need additional support. Guests are encouraged to engage in the way that feels right for them, including stepping out at any time if needed.

What’s Included

  • Signature cocktail on arrival

  • Shared family-style two-course dinner

  • Four-hour premium Tasmanian beverage package (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)

 Tickets on Sale 8am Wednesday 8 April 2026

Early Bird: Concludes 22 April 2026

Individual Ticket: $230pp (+booking fees)

Table of 10: $2,200 (+booking fees)

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Full Price

Individual Ticket: $250pp (+booking fees)

Table of 10: $2,400 (+booking fees)

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