Kellie Brinkhuis 

Kellie is a compelling and courageous keynote speaker, recognised for her ability to connect with audiences on a deeply personal level. Through authenticity, empathy, and lived experience, she fosters trust and creates space for open, honest conversations around challenging topics and conversations that are critical for individuals, communities, and systems to move forward.

Kellie grew up in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.  Drawing from her own lived experience with domestic violence, Kellie speaks with powerful insight into the complexities of abuse and the profound toll it takes on individuals, families and the broader community. Rather than defining her, these experiences have strengthened her resolve to inspire others to take brave, life-changing steps toward safety, healing, and empowerment.

Kellie is currently a criminology student at the University of Western Australia and holds a credential in Understanding the Complexities of Coercive Control in Family and Domestic Violence (FDV). This education, combined with her lived experience, allows her to deliver presentations that are both deeply personal and grounded in contemporary research and practice. Kellie is also in the initial start-up phase of establishing a foundation dedicated to supporting victims of domestic violence, further demonstrating her commitment to creating meaningful, long-term change beyond the stage.

Kellie speaks to diverse audiences, from survivors and advocates to policymakers and professionals, making her a crucial voice in the domestic violence space. Her presentations shine a light on both the personal and systemic dimensions of domestic violence, encouraging greater awareness, accountability, and meaningful action.

Kellie has delivered keynote presentations and served as MC for the Broome Chamber of Commerce and Industry Empower Her events. She also shared her narrative as a panellist at the inaugural Executive Assistant Conference hosted by the Australian Institute of Management Western Australia, where she opened up about the profound effect of domestic violence on her mental health and personal growth within the workplace. In addition, Kellie has played a significant collaborative role in the 16 Days in WA campaign event with INPEX Energy.