Sharon Witt has been a secondary educator for three decades and is a highly sought-after media commentator on issues impacting young people, parenting and educational issues. She writes for a number of publications and is regularly interviewed for print media, morning television and radio.
Sharon is a best-selling author of 18 books written for young people to help guide them through many of the issues they face in early years, including the best-selling Girlwise and Wiseguys series, Teen Talk, and Starting Secondary School (co-written with Dr Michael Carr-Gregg)
Sharon is the founder of Resilient Kids Conference, a one-day event bringing together some of the country’s leading parenting and education experts. This event has travelled to most states in the country.
She also loves to chat, and several years ago was thrilled to be given the opportunity to host her own radio program on 89.9 The Light in Melbourne. This has seen Sharon interview some of the most incredible people about their stories and live journey. You can listen to her program on Sunday evenings at 9.30pm. This has now developed into an amazing one-day event for women called This One Life.
She is a mum to two young adults and is addicted to coffee.
POPULAR SPEAKING TOPICS
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Supporting the Wellbeing of Young People
Sharon Witt, will share the latest data on the state of youth wellbeing and offer practical tips and strategies for parents, educators and carers to promote and bolster their resilience.
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Starting Secondary School
The transition from Primary to Secondary School for children (and their parents) can be an anxious time. It marks the beginning of the teenage years and a new phase in education.
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Getting Started: A Guide to Puberty
Sharon has been teaching puberty to young people for the past thirty years. Students enjoy her relaxed, informative, and humorous approach, whilst also maintaining a safe environment for children to ask questions.
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The Resilience Toolbox
Building resilience is an essential skill for our students to learn as they navigate school and encounter life’s challenges. We all want to see children reach their best outcomes and mature into healthy, strong resilient young people.
MORE SPEAKING TOPICS
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Conferences & Keynotes
Resilience
Surviving High School
Girls Talks
Boy Talks
Parent Presentations
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School Workshops
Preparing for High School
Surviving High School
Think your way to Success
Achieving your Best/Goal Setting Strategies
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Churches & Women’s Events
Self Esteem Matters
No Body’s Perfect
I Dare YOU!
Allowing God to Take You Out of Your Comfort Zone
Lessons for my Younger Self
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Parent & Teacher Seminars
How do we practically teach boys resilience strategies?
How do we practically teach girls resilience strategies?
Transitioning into High School
“Sharon will be a gift to every student she encounters. Her relatable and warm approach and extensive years in education will ensure she is incredible support to young people’s wellbeing.
— Michelle Mitchell, Author, Educator & Speaker