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Keynote Speaker in Applecross, WA
- Travels up to 50 km
- From $500 to $10,000
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Available on Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Annabel is a neurodiversity and mental health advocate, educator, and consultant with lived experience of autism, ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD. Diagnosed as autistic at 30, then with ADHD, she draws on her personal and professional journey to break stigma and promote inclusion. After burning out as an early childhood teacher, she founded Thriving Minds Education in 2017, generating over $627,000 in its first four years. Annabel shares valuable insights into neurodivergent experiences, education, and mental health—sparking conversations, inspiring change, and championing support for all minds.
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Ian's School Function in Perth, Mar 2025
There is nothing more powerful than an advocate with lived experience. I can recommend Annabel to all organisations to talk on the subject of Neurodiversity. Humble, honest and genuine. My audience was captivated.
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“Annabel is a wonderful advocate and representative in the neurodiverse/AuDHD community. I admire her commitment and bravery in using her story as an avenue for raising awareness and educating others. She gives 110% to presentations and her presentation style is authentic, funny, warm and engaging. The Thriving Minds shop is a wonderful local option for self-regulation tools, social stories and beautifully crafted toys and books.”
- Shannon Van Wyk
Child and Adolescent Community Health
Child Development Service Clinical Educator |
CACH Learning and Development
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Qualifications
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) and a
Post Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies
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Work experience:
Currently Project coordinator at Youth Disability Advocacy Services (YDAN)