I was very moved by Angie's presentation at our school's Pride Week assembly. She spoke passionately and was unequivocal about her support for the LGBTIQA+ community. I think it was especially important for students and staff to learn of her personal connection to the cause and why the role of an ally is so vital. I appreciated the fact that Angie provided facts and statistics about the effects of homophobia and transphobia but also provided staff and students with clear actions that we could take in order to foster an inclusive community full of warmth, love and humanity.

Having worked with Angie over the last four years through our work with Stand Up Events, one of her greatest strengths is her connection with people.

Through Angie’s guest speaking appearances with both internal and external audiences, she has shown such an ability to engage with people from all walks of life, ensuring equality and care at the forefront of everything she does, making her so relatable to her audience.  Angie approaches her work with Stand Up Events with so much respect, transparency and is void of any judgment to truly nurture while fostering an environment that is conducive to learning and growing.

I first heard Angie present when I was a player at the Melbourne football club several years ago. She bravely shared her story which gave context to her passion for the space. Angie talked about the importance of inclusive environments and in particular the significance of language and how the words you use can impact those around you. The presentation had an immediate impact on the behaviour of the group and the self awareness I began to learn has stuck with me until today.