About Stand tall

Stand Tall is Australia's largest youth wellbeing event

The aim of Stand Tall is to share a message of hope with young Australians through promoting positive role models and facilitating important conversation about mental health. 

Stand Tall was formed in 2012 by three mothers, Angela Farr-Jones, Jeanine Treharne & Ros Hills in response to the alarming statistics of mental ill-health amongst the next generation. Stand Tall is a NFP that is committed to positively impacting the youth of Australia.  

Young people now face many challenges including social media, bullying, peer pressure, drinking, drugs, partying, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. As a suicide prevention accredited charity, Stand Tall aim to address these topics through inspirational stories of overcoming adversity and challenge, finding purpose and self belief, and caring for others. 

Stand Tall consistently hosts events in Sydney for over 6,000 students, and has also embarked on Regional Tours to Dubbo, Pambula and Tamworth for over 9,000 students. Smaller events have taken place in Liverpool, Newcastle and Shell Harbour. 

Stand Tall continue to do everything they can to take their life changing events to new locations around NSW, and hopefully in the future, around Australia.  

Our Founders

  • Angela Farr-Jones

    CEO & CO-FOUNDER

  • Roslyn Hills

    CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

  • JEANINE TREHARNE

    CO-FOUNDER

Our Board

  • Nick Farr-Jones

    CHAIRMAN (LLB)

    Nick has over 35 years experience working as a legal practitioner and finance director at both legal firms and banking institutions including: Garland, Hawthorn and Abbott, French Investment Bank, Societe Generale and Taurus Funds Management. He has held leadership and board roles with University of Sydney, Wesley Mission, NSW Rugby and NRMA. Nick was Captain of the World-Cup Winning Wallabies Rugby Team in 1991.

  • Angela Farr-Jones

    CEO & CO-FOUNDER (BA)

    Angela has a background in corporate recruitment and relationship management, and has become proficient in event management and stakeholder relations since she co-founded Stand Tall in 2012. Angela’s interests in supporting Australia’s young people stem from her role as a mother to four children. Angela works actively across the mental health sector to build relationships and improve program quality.

  • MICHELLE GARRAWAY

    TREASURER (B.Ec, CPA)

    Michelle is an experienced Certified Practising Accountant with over 40 years in commercial accounting and as a tax agent. As a former co-owner of a successful small business, she brings strong business acumen alongside expertise in governance, financial management, risk control, and process improvement. Michelle has also served as treasurer and committee member for several local sporting and community groups. Passionate about empowering young people, she is dedicated to using her skills to help Stand Tall build resilience and hope in the next generation.

  • Glen Gerreyn

    BOARD MEMBER

    Glen has dedicated his life to equipping young people with hope and resilience for over 20 years. As founder of the HopeFull Institute, author of six books, and creator of the #HopeTrafficker movement, he has reached more than a million people worldwide, helping them overcome challenges and embrace their potential. Glen brings to the Stand Tall Board a wealth of experience in youth engagement and strategic insight, along with an unwavering commitment to building hope in the next generation. He lives in Brisbane with his wife and four children.

  • SHONA VAN TONGEREN

    BOARD MEMBER

    Shona is driven by a passion for making a meaningful difference in peoples lives. With a purpose rooted in cultivating community and inspiring transformation, Shona has been actively involved in Stand Tall Events since their inception in 2013, contributing in various roles over the years. Shona brings over 11 years of experience in healthcare and the not-for-profit sector. After becoming a mother herself, she is even more determined to empower young people to make good choices and see their lives changed for the better. 

Our Values

At Stand Tall, our core values guide everything we do. We Share Hope because we believe in inspiring a positive future for every young person. We Keep It Real by being authentic and honest in our interactions, building trust and genuine connection. We Work Together because collaboration with our community is key to empowering the next generation. And we Facilitate Joy by creating fun, engaging environments where students feel safe, supported, and celebrated. These values are essential to us because they reflect our commitment to making a lasting, meaningful impact in the lives of young Australians.

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