Happiness & Its Causes 2024

The world’s leading conference on happiness & wellbeing is back

Since 2006, Happiness & Its Causes has been an important forum for exploring the many and varied causes for a happy and fulfilling life. It presents the world’s brightest minds in psychology, science, education, business and the arts, stimulating a rich dialogue in one unforgettable day.

Happiness & Its Causes returns in 2024 with a new venue, format and vitality! Join us for an extraordinary exploration of the tools and techniques for a happier life at the magnificent Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

Tickets include:

• Conference attendance
• Catered morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch (vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available)

Our Incredible Speakers

We are excited to announce or speakers for this year's conference, including:

• Professor Patrick McGorry AO, psychiatrist and leading youth mental health advocate, world-renowned for developing innovative early interventions and services; Professor of Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne; Founding Director, Orygen 
• Dr Stephanie Dowrick, multi-award winning author, coach, psychotherpay researcher and coach, recognised for her leading contribution to multi-cultural, inter religious understanding through her books and non-sectarian teaching and scholarship.
• Professor Ian Hickie,  Co-Director of Health and Policy, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney
  A global leader in mental health research and digital innovations in care
• Professor Jill Bennett, Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow, Felt Experience & Empathy Lab
  A pioneer in the use of technology to transform our internal experience and our relationship to the world
• Dr Suzy Green, renowned expert in Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
• Tony Steel, OAM, Founder and Director of Happiness & Its Causes.
• Dr Gordon Spence registered psychologist, exercise scientist, executive coach, senior lecturer, and researcher; author of Get Moving Keep Moving; founder of the Healthy Ageing Project
• Tetiana & Anastassia, Ukrainian Refugees
  A personal story of how difficult times can make us stronger
• Dr Vijay Kumar, a senior psychologist with a diverse background in education, counselling, and sports psychology; focused on developing practical models to enhance psychological strengths for athletes through mental skills training.
• Gail O’Brien AO, Director on the board of Chris O’Brien Lifehouse
  Prominent advocate for holistic and integrated cancer care.
• Gail O’Brien AO, Director on the board of Chris O’Brien Lifehouse
  Prominent advocate for holistic and integrated cancer care.
• Nadia Piave, is a teacher, performer and concert producer who will discuss her own continuing journey to happiness through the lens of her teaching studio
• Blake McGee, Founder, the Ripple Movement
  Has been working on charity projects for at least two decades and working in the community services industry for around 15 years.
• Derya Guzel, Director Psychleaders, Principal Psychologist 
  A highly experienced and skilled Wellbeing Specialist; guest speaker on ABC National’s Life Matters Radio program.
• Nicholas Yu, Founder Humankind Australia, 
  An expert on cultivating wellbeing, speaking on the benefits of gratitude
• Anita Smith, Clinical Psychologist, The Mind Lab
  Recognising the uniqueness of every person, Anita utilises a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
• Jenny Steadman, Co-National Director, Potential Project
• Jocelyn Brewer,Cyberpsychology thought leader | Therapist | Speaker
• Steve Pozel, Meditation Facilitator and Creative Consultant, focusing on the convergence of innovation, creativity and the contemplative.
• Emily Knowles, Organisational Psychologist, LLB (Hons), APS Buddhism & Psychology Interest Group Convener
• Cecilia Macaulay, Decluttering expert declutters, and sets up co-houses for people who are living out their dreams.
• Melo Calarco, Mindfulness and High-Performance Expert, TEDx Speaker and multi award-winning author, Melo loves sharing his passion with the world speaking about wellbeing
• Liane McGrath, Managing Partner, Gram Consulting GroupKristina Mah, artist, researcher, and karate-ka ,Passionate about humanitarianism and environmental stewardship
• Kristina Mah, artist, researcher, and karate-ka , Passionate about humanitarianism and environmental stewardship