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We love inspiring people with our appearances and our inspirational quote wall art, books and gifts. Contributing to these events and meeting our community members is part of our mission to improve the lives of people seeking support. We particularly love collaborating with organisations who are also making a difference in the world.
Made with Love - Murrum
21 July 2021
Our knitted blanket donations as part of a Made with Love-Murrum pack for a family experiencing infant loss.
Our knitted blanket donations as part of a Made with Love-Murrum pack for a family experiencing infant loss.
NSW Health Awards
15 October 2020
Christmas Art Performance
Book Launch
23 March 2019
The launch of Survive and Thrive! How Cancer Saves Lives was well attended by more that 150 guests. Speakers Mark Bassett, Executive Director of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Hospital District, Maralyn Young, Founder of Breast Aware and Jo spoke at the event which was hosted by radio announcer, Talissa Bazaz. The main event was followed by a book signing with guests lined up to get their copy.
The launch of Survive and Thrive! How Cancer Saves Lives was well attended by more that 150 guests. Speakers Mark Bassett, Executive Director of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Hospital District, Maralyn Young, Founder of Breast Aware and Jo spoke at the event which was hosted by radio announcer, Talissa Bazaz. The main event was followed by a book signing with guests lined up to get their copy.
Pink Ribbon Morning Tea
9 June 2019
Jo was thrilled to be guest speaker at a Pink Ribbon Fundraiser in Karaka, NZ. Event organiser, Angie Flemming created a wonderful event with silent auctions of items generously donated for the event. Thousands of dollars were raised for the cause and the event also honoured Angie's dragon boat team mates, women who have all survived breast cancer and are now part of this competitive team.
Jo was thrilled to be guest speaker at a Pink Ribbon Fundraiser in Karaka, NZ. Event organiser, Angie Flemming created a wonderful event with silent auctions of items generously donated for the event. Thousands of dollars were raised for the cause and the event also honoured Angie's dragon boat team mates, women who have all survived breast cancer and are now part of this competitive team.
Book Launch NZ
9 June 2019
Jo's book launch in Auckland was a wonderful chance to meet fellow cancer survivors and to chat about their personal experiences.
Jo's book launch in Auckland was a wonderful chance to meet fellow cancer survivors and to chat about their personal experiences.
Relay for Life
12 October 2019
What an honour for Jo to be chosen as Relay for Life Ambassador! It was a great day, raising funds for the Cancer Council and honouring those affected by cancer.
What an honour for Jo to be chosen as Relay for Life Ambassador! It was a great day, raising funds for the Cancer Council and honouring those affected by cancer.
Cancer Voices
9 April 2019
Jo met with Elisabeth Kochman, Chairperson for Cancer Voices. They do great work as the independent, volunteer voice of people affected by cancer.
Jo met with Elisabeth Kochman, Chairperson for Cancer Voices. They do great work as the independent, volunteer voice of people affected by cancer.
Relay for Life Shellharbour
6 April 2019
With Maralyn Young, Founder of Breast Aware and Casamia Lingerie, Rebecca Noonan and Dr Maria Zuschmann, Chiropractor and wellness expert. Lending our support to Relay for Life Shellharbour with information booths on dealing with cancer.
With Maralyn Young, Founder of Breast Aware and Casamia Lingerie, Rebecca Noonan and Dr Maria Zuschmann, Chiropractor and wellness expert. Lending our support to Relay for Life Shellharbour with information booths on dealing with cancer.
Illawarra Cancer Support Group
11 September 2019
Jo was guest speaker at the Illawarra Cancer Support Group meeting. Pictured here with Irma, the group's president.
Jo shared her story, signed books and met members who share their own stories and their transformation.
Survive-Revive-Thrive
Jo was guest speaker at the Illawarra Cancer Support Group meeting. Pictured here with Irma, the group's president.
Jo shared her story, signed books and met members who share their own stories and their transformation.
Survive-Revive-Thrive
Warrawong Library
26 July 2019
Jo's author talk at Warrawong Library was well received with a n engaging Q & A session where participants chatted about their personal experiences.
Jo's author talk at Warrawong Library was well received with a n engaging Q & A session where participants chatted about their personal experiences.
Shellharbour Library
2 August 2019
Jo's author talk at Shellharbour Library.
Jo's author talk at Shellharbour Library.
Cancer Centre Talks
17 July 2019
Jo enjoyed a brilliant couple of weeks speaking to the incredible staff at the Wollongong Hospital Hospital Cancer Centre and the Shoalhaven Cancer Centre in Nowra.
She met some wonderful people doing an amazing job to make cancer treatment better for patients.
All staff have a stock of Jo's books to provide to patients at the time when they need it most. Thanks to all the staff at moth Centres who are making a difference where it counts.
Jo enjoyed a brilliant couple of weeks speaking to the incredible staff at the Wollongong Hospital Hospital Cancer Centre and the Shoalhaven Cancer Centre in Nowra.
She met some wonderful people doing an amazing job to make cancer treatment better for patients.
All staff have a stock of Jo's books to provide to patients at the time when they need it most. Thanks to all the staff at moth Centres who are making a difference where it counts.
Warialda Library
31 May 2019
Jo loved visiting the country NSW town of Warialda. She met some wonde3rful people and enjoyed the lively banter! Several of the attendees had experienced cancer themselves and others had loved ones recently diagnosed with cancer. Jo signed many books to be gifted to friends and family experiencing cancer.
Jo loved visiting the country NSW town of Warialda. She met some wonde3rful people and enjoyed the lively banter! Several of the attendees had experienced cancer themselves and others had loved ones recently diagnosed with cancer. Jo signed many books to be gifted to friends and family experiencing cancer.
Tamworth Libary
3 June 2019
The Northern NSW book tour continued with a stop at Tamworth.
Jo shared her story plus tips and strategies on coping with cancer as a patient and caregiver. The audience showed their interest with questions and discussion on the importance of early detection.
The Northern NSW book tour continued with a stop at Tamworth.
Jo shared her story plus tips and strategies on coping with cancer as a patient and caregiver. The audience showed their interest with questions and discussion on the importance of early detection.
Leukaemia Foundation
6 June 2018
Jo was proud to be chosen as Ambassador and guest speaker for the Angels at Work fundraising campaign.
Jo was proud to be chosen as Ambassador and guest speaker for the Angels at Work fundraising campaign.
Dymocks Book Signing
11 May 2019
A book signing event in Wollongong. Pictured with Antoinette of Dymocks Bookstores.
A book signing event in Wollongong. Pictured with Antoinette of Dymocks Bookstores.
Patient Experience Symposium
29 April 2019
Jo attended the 2019 Patient Experience Symposium as representative for the Illawarra Shoalhaven District. Pictured with Liz Lobb, one of the key speakers. Jo has known Liz since they worked together in her very first full-time job as a Public Relations Account Executive. Liz is doing groundbreaking work in the area of Palliative Care and she kindly wrote the foreword in Jo's book Survive and Thrive! How Cancer Saves Lives.
Jo attended the 2019 Patient Experience Symposium as representative for the Illawarra Shoalhaven District. Pictured with Liz Lobb, one of the key speakers. Jo has known Liz since they worked together in her very first full-time job as a Public Relations Account Executive. Liz is doing groundbreaking work in the area of Palliative Care and she kindly wrote the foreword in Jo's book Survive and Thrive! How Cancer Saves Lives.
Live Art Performance
ACSQHC Health Literacy Webinar August 2021
Screenshot from Health Literacy and Person-Centred Care Webinar for the Australian Commission for Safety and Quality Health Care
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