Former world number 4 tennis player, Jelena Dokic embodies resilience and triumph. Her awe-inspiring journey on the court includes making the semifinals of Wimbledon at 17 years of age and being a doubles Grand Slam finalist at 18. Yet, beyond the spotlight, she endured adversity, including abuse from her father for 15 years. This trauma shadowed her success, affecting her mental health.
At 22, she faced a breaking point, but chose resilience. Dokic emerged as a survivor, determined not just to survive but to thrive. Her story, shared in bestselling books, “Unbreakable” and “Fearless”, showcases her journey from victim, survivor to thriver. Today, she inspires as a TEDx presenter and commentator, 2-time bestselling author, a living testament to the human spirit’s resilience.

Session details: Ann Dalton Address: Fearless – finding the power to thrive | Saturday 22 March 2025 | 9.15am – 10.00am