On 25 November, the Zonta Club of Redcliffe Inc, Australia, hosted a breakfast fundraising event at the Pipel restaurant observing the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The fundraiser also serves as a kickoff to the club’s 16 Days of Activism. The proceeds will go to Small Steps 4 Hannah Foundation and ongoing club advocacy programs.

The Small Steps 4 Hannah Foundation exists to end the cycle of domestic violence so that everyone can feel respected, informed, confident to act and safe. The foundation was formed in honor of Hannah Clark and her three children Aaliyah, Lainah and Trey, murdered by their estranged husband and father, Rowan Baxter. The parents of Hannah and grandparents of Aaliyah, Lainah and Trey were guest speakers.

The fundraiser aimed to develop an awareness of coercive control and the steps local, state, and federal governments took to work together to combat domestic and family violence in their community.

The club was supported by 150 guests, including their elected government representatives and the Governor of District 22.