We are thrilled to bring Stand Tall to Coffs Harbour for the first time! Held at the C.ex Coffs, expecting over 1000 high school students in attendance, this event will feature a line up of inspirational speakers.
James “Chappo” Chapman, is an Australian TikTok and social media creator who has captured audiences with his authentic, fun, and uplifting content. He’s celebrated for sharing his life and adventures in surfing, skateboarding, and everyday moments with lighthearted humor and genuine energy while proudly advocating and raising awareness about Pseudoachondroplasia dwarfism.
Duku Forè, GAICD, is a distinguished international speaker, an author of two books, and 2-time TEDx Speaker. From making his first motivational video in his bathroom—viewed only three times, by his siblings — Duku has since inspired millions worldwide with his speeches, encouraging countless individuals to pursue their dreams. He is also a United Nations delegate, having represented Australia at the UN Headquarters in New York, showcasing his dedication to global leadership and change.
Duku is the Founder of Rich Dreams, a pioneering platform that provides a safe space for people to share their success journeys, build valuable connections, and work toward achieving their dreams.
Through the Duku Forè Foundation, Duku empowers individuals and organizations to actualize their dreams, fostering pathways to more fulfilling lives. He holds a dual degree in Business (Management) and Law (Honours) from Queensland University of Technology.
Michael Crossland has the ability to captivate the imagination of young people to encourage and inspire them with his story. Michael has defied the odds of a life- threatening cancer to build a life of achievements as an accomplished businessman and an elite sportsman. His message of hope and overcoming adversity has seen Michael invited back year after year to Stand Tall.
Grace Rowe grew up racing motocross as one of the only junior females fully sponsored in Australia. In recent years she trained in freestyle motocross where she became one of just a few women in the country to clear a 75ft gap.
In March 2023, she had an accident in training which resulted in a broken pelvis in 6 places. She was airlifted to hospital where she spent a total of 45 nights including 3 surgeries. Over 15 months of rehabilitation, Grace learnt to walk again and undertook trauma therapy.
She is now learning to reconcile an experience that brought unprecedented fear and pain, as well as strength and resilience. Grace looks forward to sharing her remarkable story of overcoming adversity.
