ambassadors

Stand Tall have carefully selected Ambassadors who represent the core values of our organisation and act as role models for the students who attend our events.  

Our Ambassadors speak at our live events and in school presentations, help create positive content throughout the year for our social media platforms and interact with students through meet and greets.  

We believe in the power of positive role models for young people and that is why we're proud to partner with such inspiring individuals. 

  • Joany Badenhorst

    Joany Badenhorst

    LIVING WITH DISABILITY, PROFFESSIONAL SNOWBOARDER, ADAPTING TO CHANGE

    Joany Badenhorst was Co-Captain of Australia’s 2018 Winter Paralympic Team, carrying the Flag for Australia at the Opening Ceremony. As Australia’s premier female Para-snowboarder, she won silver and bronze medals in three consecutive Women’s Para-snowboarding World Championships. Joany has a deep desire to beat all odds and achieve her dreams. She is a Stand Tall Ambassador and has spoken at many Stand Tall events, inspiring thousands of students with her story of overcoming incredible adversity and maintaining a positive outlook on life.

  • A man singing into a microphone against a bright blue background.

    D-Minor

    OVERCOMING ADVERSITY, HOMELESSNES, BROKEN FAMILY, DISCOVERING PASSION 

    Daniel 'D Minor' Harvey is an award-winning rap artist from Sydney. His talent was evident at an early age when he began penning lyrics while growing up in a turbulent family life. At the age of 11, he found himself homeless, which became the inspiration for his hit single ‘Concrete Pillow’. This song was written to help raise awareness for young homelessness and performed live on Australia’s Got Talent where he reached the Semi-Finals. Daniel's strength and self-belief has inspired countless Australians.  

  • A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair smiling and speaking on stage, wearing a light blue blazer over a white dress, holding a small remote in her right hand, with a solid dark blue background.

    Molly Croft

    FINDING POSITIVITY, PERSEVERANCE, RESILIENCE, CHARITY FOUNDER 

    Molly is an 18 year old who shares her message in the hope of encouraging young people to not be defined by their circumstances, but to always look for a reason to smile. At age 11, she was diagnosed with Osteoblastic Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) and has lived between hospitals and her home since. As President of the Tie Dye Project charity, Molly has helped raise over $500,000 for research. Her positivity captivates every audience that has the privilege of hearing her speak.