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Speaker · Presenter · Entertainer

Conversations about grief that drive positive change.

Keynotes, author talks and workshops for organisations, conferences, events and community groups.

Why Jodie

A speaker who has lived what she talks about.

Having lived experience of working through loss and overcoming adversity, Jodie shares her personal story of losing a loved one, and the trauma and mental health challenges that come with such an experience.

Jodie speaks with community groups and organisations, and leads programs and workshops for individuals and groups, addressing a wide spectrum of losses. Her talks create a safe space where the emotions, thoughts, and behaviours that accompany loss are destigmatised.

Healing and recovery from significant loss are not only attainable, but facilitated by proactive steps taken over time, in conjunction with a supportive community.

Jodie is also a regular guest on Coast FM 88.7’s Thursday Coast Magazine with Dave Hearn APM, talking about grief on the 4th Thursday of every month.

Jodie Atkinson speaking at TEDx Victor Harbor Open Mic

On stage

Where Jodie has spoken

From TEDx Victor Harbor Open Mic to community events, workshops and the Fringe stage.

Jodie Atkinson on stage at TEDx Victor Harbor Open MicJodie Atkinson presenting After The Ending to a seated audienceJodie Atkinson reading at a speaking eventJodie Atkinson on stage at a community event

Talks & workshops

Topics Jodie speaks on

Author talk

Life After Loss

Author talks on Jodie’s book, Have You Met My Grief? – her story of love, loss and finding a way forward.

About the book

Keynote

Personal Leadership & Agency

The things we carry that shape how we think, lead and live.

Also speaks on

  • Mindset & beliefs
  • Self-awareness
  • Personal agency
  • Resilience & organisational change
  • Values & choice

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Ready When You Are

Your next step can simply be a conversation.

If you’re unsure where to begin, a free phone call is a gentle first step. Jodie will listen, learn a little about what you’re experiencing and help you decide what kind of support may be right for you.

No pressure. No obligation. Just a conversation.