How Financial Abuse Impacts Women and What Can Be Done with Buffy Kerekes and Ersi Scarman

In this episode of For Her, With Her, we’re joined by Buffy Kerekes and Ersi Scarman from The Zahra Foundation to shine a light on financial abuse. One of the most common yet least understood forms of domestic and family violence, Buffy and Ersi share common experiences they hear from the women they work with, exposing how financial abuse can trap survivors and continue long after a relationship ends. We discuss the systemic barriers victim-survivors face, the emotional toll of financial abuse, and how services like The Zahra Foundation’s free, trauma-informed financial counselling programs and Financial Empowerment Checklist can help women regain control and confidence.  If you or someone you know needs support, visit Women's Legal Service Queensland or call Triple Zero (000) if you are in immediate danger. You are not alone. DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains information prepared by WLSQ and our guests. Information that was accurate at the time of the podcast and may become inaccurate at a later time without notice. The information provided in this podcast is not exhaustive, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Listeners should obtain legal advice for their specific circumstances.  The discussion/stories of domestic and family violence may be triggering for some members of the audience. Please be mindful. If you wish to seek further support, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732).   Produced By The Podcast Boss