Kelda Oppermann is a resolute and transformative leader, with 20 years in the community service sector. As CEO of Zonta House Refuge Association, Kelda has driven sustained growth that tells a story of purpose meeting perseverance. Under her strategic and ethical leadership, Zonta House has become one of the largest FDV specialist providers in Western Australia, recognized nationally for its values-led approach that places victim-survivors at the centre of holistic, life-changing care. Kelda brings evidence-based rigor to her work – implementing sophisticated outcome measurement frameworks, Social Impact Reports, and Social Return on Investment tools that have influenced national service standards.  Kelda is passionate in working with everyone in our community to create the opportunity for safety, equity, good health and wellbeing for all.  Kelda is an experienced board director, currently holding roles in CEWA, CWSW, and Shelter WA and works collaboratively in government and community sector led working groups and committees advocating and actioning change.

Acknowledgement of Country

Community Employers WA acknowledges the traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging.