Speakers

Saroo Brierley’s incredible life story searching for his mother became the basis for his book A Long Way Home and the Oscar-nominated Dev Patel film Lion.

Nartarsha Bamblett is a First Nations woman who is passionate about making an impact through connection to self, culture and country.

Professor Craig Hassed is the director of education at the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies and is coordinator of mindfulness programs across Monash University.

Steven Wells is clinical nurse specialist, horticulturist and Gardens & Grounds Coordinator at the Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre.

Dr Sarah McKay is a neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, TV presenter and author of three books, including The Women's Brain Book: The Neuroscience of Health, Hormones and Happiness.

Janelle Booker is a counselling psychologist who specialises in ADHD, Highly Sensitive Person Trait (HSPs), anxiety and stress.

Sue Power is a registered midwife and counsellor who works as a senior clinician at the Nursing and Midwifery Health Program Victoria.