Zen Tea Lounge Foundation (ZTLF) is pleased to host this year’s 100 Women in Solidarity event on Thursday, 27 October 2022.

We invite you to join us for an evening of meaningful discussions, a delicious banquet, and thrilling entertainment. All proceeds from the event will help the ZTLF continue to serve people in at-risk situations, domestic violence victims and their children.

Our event aims to raise awareness of the prevalence of abuse, alert survivors and their supporters to the options and resources available and encourage people to take action, promoting social change.

So far in 2022, some 27 women have died because of domestic violence. On average, at least one woman a week is killed, one child every fortnight and one man each month.

Since 2017, ZTLF has assisted almost 20,000 domestic violence victims. We believe that by drawing on the courage of those who have gone through our programs, together with the support of frontline service providers, advocates and all tiers of government, we can make a significant difference and save lives.

Change begins with small actions in the family home, schools, workplaces and in the community.

100 Women in Solidarity stands in solidarity with the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25 November 2022) and will provide you with the support and resources to address these issues with your family, friends and communities.

If you are experiencing domestic violence, know someone affected by domestic violence, or simply want to create positive change in your community, then this event is for you.

Event MC - Dion Woo

Dion Woo

Since the late 90's, professional Master of Ceremonies, Dion Woo, has made a name for himself as one of the most seasoned Entertainers in the Asia Pacific. Dion began his MC career in the hospitality industry and has quickly become a keystone in the rising arch of personal MCs. He will likely surprise us with an impromptu serenade on the night.

Dion is also a committee member of the Museum of Chinese in Australia, Vice President (NSW Chapter) of the Hong Kong Business Association, and Co-Founder of LInfluencers (L>). L> was formed when 5 Entrepreneurs decided to pool their combined reach on LinkedIn, to increase the ability of Charities/NFPs, Corporates, or Individuals, to broaden their reach, through their combined efforts.

Event MC - Davy Nguyen

Davy was part of the SBS ‘Go Back to where you came from’ Season 3 and other shows including Medicine or Myth; SBS Insight “favourite child”; Channel 9’s Family Food Fight and Goggle-box.

He was involved in Mel Gibson’s Academy Award Winning Movie – Hacksaw Ridge and recently the Marvel Movie - Shang Chi. Davy is also a radio host on 89.3FM – 3Quirksandaturk.

Currently, Davy is an Executive Producer and Director for HeyYa TV, a media production company providing a platform for Australian artists and local Businesses.

He loves championing more diverse and multicultural community representation in mainstream media and in supporting Women in Leadership.

Performance by YuNiOn

YuNiOn will take our audience on a fun, open and soulful journey through the high-spirited energy of the Japanese taiko drum, blended with percussive sounds and festive song and dance.

YuNiOn was formed in 2005 by Masae Ikegawa and Graham Hilgendorf as a duet for taiko, percussion and more. Masae and Graham have toured extensively, performing throughout Australia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan and America.

Performance by Brad Blaze

Rated #1 WORLDWIDE Speed Painter and Live Painter on Speakerpedia, and Winner of Entertainer of the Year at the Australian Event Awards.

More than just a ‘live painter’ Brad enthrals audiences across the world with his unique show of speed painting, audience interaction and comedy. Whatever your preconceived ideas are of a painter on stage, think again. Prepare to be blown away by Brad's thrilling performance and use of unconventional methods to create 4-minute celebrity portraits!

Special Guest Speaker - Simone O'Brien

Special Guest Speaker - Simone O'Brien — Simone O'Brien

Simone O’Brien is a domestic violence survivor, speaker, strong advocate for women against violence, and mother of three beautiful children.

Her journey started in 2012 when she suffered a horrific attack at the hands of a perpetrator who would not take “no” for an answer. It began with emotional and psychological abuse, which graduated to horrific physical abuse.

Somehow, with the support of family and friends, Simone got through that night. Today, she travels around Australia to share her story of courage and strength. Her goal is to raise awareness of the red flags related to domestic violence and prevent these incidences from happening to others. View A Current Affair interview here (Warning: Graphic content).

Panel Discussion

A panel of experts who deal with domestic violence across a range of spheres, will “tell it like it is,” based on their knowledge and experience dealing with victims and perpetrators.

They will also detail the various support and information resources available to domestic violence victims and their families.

Attendees will also be able to ask questions of the panellists.

PANEL FACILITATOR

Dinh Tran, Senior Judicial Registrar of the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court of Australia.

Dinh Tran

Dinh joined the Legal Aid Commission as a Family Lawyer in 1996 and was appointed as a Registrar of the Family Court in 2000. She was the recipient of the 2009 Refugee Humanitarian Award and was the 2010 Refugee Week Ambassador. In 2011, Dinh was the recipient of the Silver Arrowhead Award from Scouts Australia for Excellent Service.

PANEL MEMBERS

Kate Fylan, Program Manager Family Safety, Relationships Australia NSW

Kate Fylan

Kate leads seven teams in family safety work. She is a Social Worker, Play Therapist, Victim Services Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor with over 20-years’ experience of working with children and families. Kate has worked locally and internationally in child protection, Domestic and Family Violence and trauma recovery. She has also worked in Men’s Behavioural Change with fathers who have used violence.

Vi Nguyen, Coordinator – Odyssey Multicultural Programs, Odyssey House NSW

Vi Nguyen

Vi is a bilingual counsellor who has served individuals and communities with drug and alcohol-related issues for the last 19 years. Vi is passionate about promoting equity for disadvantaged populations and neurodiverse communities.

Simone O’Brien - Domestic Violence Survivor & Speaker

Simone O'Brien

Simone suffered a horrific domestic violence attack in 2012. She was beaten with a baseball bat within inches of her life. Today, Simone travels around Australia and internationally to raise domestic violence awareness by sharing her story to help people identify red flags.

Gary Raymond APM, OAM

Gary Raymond

Retired Chief Inspector Gary Raymond APM, OAM served as a member of the NSW Police for 33 years. Gary has also been awarded the Australian Police Medal (APM), the National Medal with Clasp and the New South Wales Police Medal. He is also a Member of the Homicide Victim’s Support Group NSW – the organisation behind Grace’s Place, a world-first residential support facility for the children of homicide victims.

Special Tribute to Victims of Domestic Violence who lost their lives in the past 12 months.

We remember the women who were senselessly taken from their loving children, parents, siblings, extended family and friends too soon.

RAFFLES GALORE - WIN PRIZES!

There’s lots of prizes to be won in our fund-raising raffle made possible by our wonderful sponsors. They include:

Getting healthy with Fernwood!

Need to shake up your routine and pick up some healthy habits? There’s a six-month Fernwood (Wetherill Park) Gym membership worth over $1000 up for grabs!

Year-round fun for the family!

A yearly family membership to Sydney Zoo worth $299.96 will provide 12 months of fun for
up to two adults and two children.

Relax & rejuvenate at Swami's Yoga Retreat!

Swami's Yoga Retreat offers yoga and meditation classes, workshops and delicious vegetarian meals. Take a friend with these full-day passes (8am - 8pm) and enjoy the classes, relax by the pool or in the spa or sauna. Swami’s Retreat also has a full gym, a reading room with a fireplace, a tennis court, and plenty of hammocks and chairs outside to soak in the sunshine. Value $200.

Plus many more prizes!!

Raffle tickets are available to event attendees only and will be drawn on the night. Proceeds from the event will help the Zen Tea Lounge Foundation (ZTLF) continue to serve people in at-risk situations, domestic violence victims and their children.

RAFFLE TERMS & CONDITIONS: The raffle is available to event attendees only and will be drawn on the night (Thursday, 27th October 2022, at 8.50pm). Prize winners will be awarded their prize in the form of a gift voucher on the night and must be in attendance to receive their prize. Prize winners will be redrawn if the initial winning recipient is not in attendance. Prizes are not transferable for cash.