Over the years, Lift Talks has featured experts sharing insights on topics like mental health, stress management, and personal wellbeing. This year, we’ve taken a different approach in inviting individuals with lived experience to share their real stories of resilience.

Eva Muilenburg is an award-winning motivational speaker, emcee, anti-trafficking ambassador, guest writer and educator. Through her unique perspectives as a former foster youth, sexual abuse survivor, third culture individual and a current foster carer; Eva consults and speaks with compelling hope, joy and purpose.

Jacob Hill was an ‘A’ student and sports scholarship recipient until his life took a drastic turn at 13 after his parents’ divorce and a serious injury. Falling into addiction, Jacob’s story is one of redemption and transformation. Now a husband, father of three, Western Australian Director of the Australian Christian Lobby, and Senior Pastor of Everyday Church, Jacob shares openly about overcoming hardship and finding a new path forward.

Come and be inspired by their stories and discover fresh hope for your own journey.