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Grown-Up Keynote Speakers
Speaking up in support of children!
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While the Childhood Summit is all about amplifying children's voices, we also invite a select group of grown-up keynote speakers to share their insights. These speakers will address key issues raised by children, offering expert perspectives, solutions, and ways to create meaningful change. Their voices complement the powerful messages shared by young keynote speakers, helping to turn children's concerns into real action.
Our 2025 Grown Up keynote Speakers
Jeff Horn
How to become a Champion
Former WBO World Welterweight Champion Jeff Horn made history with his 2017 victory over Manny Pacquiao. A 2012 Olympian and award-winning athlete, he is now a dedicated advocate for anti-bullying and mental health. As an ambassador for Bullyproof Australia, Jeff empowers young people with confidence and resilience. With a background in education, he inspires the next generation to overcome challenges and lead with strength.
Gabrielle Ivinson
Worlding & Wonderings in Joomunjie Land
Professor Gabrielle Ivinson is a leading researcher in education and community at Manchester Metropolitan University. Her work explores knowledge as a lived, place-based experience, with nearly 70 publications and five co-authored books. She is also a series editor for Critical Childhood & Youth Studies, focusing on interventions in education and social development.
Andrew Barnes
Worlding & Wonderings in Joomunjie Land
Andrew Barnes has been the Principal of Eagleby South State School for 17 years, with a background in special education and autism support. A passionate advocate for play-based learning, he has contributed to research, writing, and international conferences to promote the importance of play in education.
Angie Casella & Kaycee Larney
Play is a Journey
Angie Casella and Kaycee Larney are passionate advocates for child-led, curiosity-driven play and co-founders of Curious Me, a play-based haven for children and families. Angie, with a background in business development, is dedicated to fostering inclusion and connection, while Kaycee, an experienced early childhood educator, champions nature-based, curiosity-led play with a strong focus on supporting neurodivergent children.
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