Debbie Childs GAICD is CEO of HelpingMinds, a leading mental health and carer support organisation in Western Australia. Debbie brings extensive experience as a leader and Board Director for both for profit and for purpose organisations. Under Debbie’s leadership, HelpingMinds has launched several impactful initiatives, including the Carers Guide Project, supporting engagement with families and carers; and PIECES, a feature film aimed at destigmatising mental health. As a passionate advocate for lived experience leadership, Debbie brings a unique perspective to her role as a mental health carer and has significantly contributed to making HelpingMinds a vital mental health resource in the community.

Dr Joanne Orlando (PhD) is a ground-breaking researcher, commentator and futurist who is revolutionising our relationship with technology. By addressing the social, human, and authentic experiences surrounding technology use, Jo helps us navigate the complexities of today’s digital landscape and envisions how we can use tech more meaningfully. As a regular TV presenter on Sunrise, the Today Show, The Morning Show, Jo excels in making complex topics light and engaging. She popularised new terms like ‘sharenting’ and “zombie scrolling’, demonstrating her huge influence on how we discuss and understand digital behaviours. Knowledge is power and Joanne’s focus is on understanding and providing solutions for adults and children.

Growing up, Lucy Thomas OAM (and sister Rosie) saw the toll bullying took on their peers and wanted to rewrite the story. Shortly after finishing school, they launched PROJECT ROCKIT. What began as a grassroots anti-bullying project has grown into a nationwide movement, engaging over 750,000 young Australians and creating career-starting employment for 150+ young people. Passionate about amplifying lived experience Lucy is now a globally recognised pioneer in youth-driven digital innovation, advocacy, and education, serving on global safety advisory boards for Meta, Snapchat, Spotify, and more. Working at the intersection of young people, industry and government, Lucy is dedicated to championing inclusive communities, meaningful action, and the wellbeing of young people online and beyond.

Siobhan Wilson, 16, is an international public speaker, youth and disability advocate, philanthropist, and four-times published author who uses her lived experience of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD and neurodivergence to drive meaningful change for children and teens. She is known for transforming lived experience into professional learning and practical training strengthening trauma-aware, neurodiversity-informed practice for educators, clinicians, and community professionals working with children and adolescents. Siobhan is the founder of Our Pixie Friends, a social enterprise supporting young people through storytelling, sensory resources such as Cozipals, and initiatives fostering kindness and inclusion. Her latest book, Support Our Healing, reflects her commitment to improving outcomes for young people.