Just because I can't feel the ground, doesn't mean it's not there.
Dr Gill Hicks is a powerful, life-affirming, and memorable Speaker whose life symbolises transformative possibilities, impacting and inspiring audiences worldwide.
Despite enduring permanent injury and losing both legs in the 2005 London terrorist bombings, she vowed to Do More than Survive and dedicate her efforts to communicating the wonder and awe of the human spirit.
Through her groundbreaking work, The Fragile Project, Gill explores a perspective that transcends traditional concepts of resilience, encouraging a fundamental shift in how we approach change. Rather than merely surviving adversity, she advocates for becoming agile within a fragile existence—accepting change as an omnipresent part of life’s journey.
Drawing from 20 years of lived experience, Gill has developed a transformative methodology that goes beyond conventional resilience, offering a practical approach to finding opportunity within adversity and flexibility within change. The Fragile Project represents a deeper exploration of our collective ability to embrace change in all its forms, fostering an agile mindset that helps us navigate life’s complexities with greater stability and positivity.
Awarded and recognised with honorary doctorates from London Metropolitan, Kingston, and the University of South Australia, as well as an MBE and AM, Gill brings extensive experience from a distinguished UK career in design and the arts. She is a champion of critical thinking, particularly in addressing violent extremism.
Combining lived experience with design thinking, Gill’s unique methodology for navigating and embracing change is at the core of her presentations. She explores the fragility of existence while highlighting the strength and adaptability within us all. Her insights challenge audiences to rethink their approach to uncertainty, equipping them with strategies to live, grow, and flourish in every aspect of life.
Talking Points
I am FrAGILE
Exploring the strength of an agile posture within a fragile world.I am FrAGILE
In a world where there are very few certainties, I offer the position that YOU can be the constant, the one thing that you can rely on and trust. “I AM FrAGILE,” explores the transformative power of adopting an agile mindset and mind posture within a fragile world.
The authenticity and profound insights of Lived Experience is beautifully woven throughout this presentation, offering raw and real examples of our inherent ability to continue and discover opportunities within adversity.
Themes: Strength, Mind Health, Culture, Language, Mind Posture, Agility, Wellbeing
Key Takeaways:
- Building confidence to receive and process through Change
- Understanding the transformative power of Choice
- Building greater awareness of your Mind and Thoughts.
The Infinity of Change
Developed over 20 years of living with Sudden Unwanted Change (S.U.C.) the Triple A Methodology aims to completely revolutionise your approach to change.The Infinity of Change
Moving through the framework of Accept, Adapt and Adopt, this presentation will challenge perceived ideas of resilience and introduce the radical option of Owning Change.
Bring your notebook for this one! Record your Experience CV as a factual guide to your ability as a navigator.
Themes: Mindset, Courage to be Radical, Mind Health, Flow, Acceptane, Ownership, Agility, Growth, Choice
Key Takeaways:
- Create your own ‘Experience’ CV
- Have a practical framework that can be
applied to both personal and professional life
- Build confidence in approaching Change and Sudden Unwanted Change (S.U.C.)
Creating the New: Being Human
Sharing the insights and learnings from an extraordinary Lived Experience, this keynote is a celebration of Being Alive.Creating the New: Being Human
Being connected and aware of our interdependence is the essential thread that tipped the balance between Life and Death.
Themes: Unconditional Love, Interdependence, Human Intelligence (H.I.), Human Creative Intelligence (H.C.I), Human Emotional Intelligence (H.E.I.), Humanity, Strength, Belief, Hierachy of Values, Live Experience
Key Takeaways:
- An appreciation for what we are capable and able to achieve in the bleakest of times
- The power of Human Connection
- How facing Death illuminates the true beauty of Life.
Video
Identity In The Face Of Terror | Gill Hicks | TEDxSydney
Gill Hicks' story is one of compassion and humanity, emerging from the ashes of chaos and hate. Gill shot to international prominence in the worst possible way, as a survivor of the 2005 London Underground bombings. In this talk, she shares - for the first time - some of the most profound lessons she took from that devastating event. Gill Hicks is considered to be one of the most thought provoking, powerful and life affirming speakers in Australia and the UK. She is globally known as a survivor of the London terrorist bombings on July 7th, 2005. She survived, but suffered severe and permanent injuries, losing both legs from just below the knee.Dr Gill Hicks I survived a terrorist attack Here's what I learned
Dr Gill Hicks | Introduction | Saxton Speakers
Dr Gill Hicks is considered to be one of the most thought provoking, powerful and life affirming speakers in Australia and the UK. She is globally known as an Advocate for Sustainable Peace and a valuable resource in Countering Violent Extremism.Dr Gill Hicks | An Unique Creative Approach | Saxton Speakers
Dr Gill Hicks is considered to be one of the most thought provoking, powerful and life affirming speakers in Australia and the UK. She is globally known as an Advocate for Sustainable Peace and a valuable resource in Countering Violent Extremism.Dr Gill Hicks | Key Themes | Saxton Speakers
Dr Gill Hicks is considered to be one of the most thought provoking, powerful and life affirming speakers in Australia and the UK. She is globally known as an Advocate for Sustainable Peace and a valuable resource in Countering Violent Extremism.Saxton Fireside Chat with Artist & Advocate for Peace, Dr Gill Hicks
The exchange of stories and ideas is more important now than ever. In this bi-weekly series of virtual Fireside Chats you can gain unprecedented access to the world's greatest storytellers and thought leaders. In this session, Gill shares the story of her artistic beginnings, her journey to London and how her life changed after the London terrorist attacks of 2005. Gill is widely regarded as one of the most life-affirming Speakers in the world for good reason, her takeaway from this session: this too shall pass.Fringe Spotlight Series: Episode 1 - Gill Hicks
Watch episode 1 featuring Gill Hicks as she discusses her Fringe debut and her journey to Edinburgh Fringe 2021.London Terror Attack Survivor Dr Gill Hicks On Making The Most Of Her Second Chance | The Project
London Bombing survivor Dr Gill Hicks shares her remarkable story about her experience of being close to death, what she learnt during those harrowing moments, and how she's managed to turn her survival into something incredibly powerful.Audio
Gill Hicks is the most fascinating guest I've ever had on my program. Gill's ability to discover moments of kindness and insight (and even humour) in her ordeal is astonishing and deeply m ... keep reading Richard Fidler, ABC Radio
In her speaking engagements on behalf of Leonard Cheshire Disability she always manages to move and inspire people so their combined energy and creativity can be used positively to benefit others less able.
Gill is a constant reminder that our work is hugely valued and appreciated, and has become a dear friend to many. Her frequent and overwhelmingly positive comments about St Thomas', her fundraising efforts and her willingness to talk candidly about her experiences as a patient and of her recovery continue to enrich the lives of everyone who has met her since those tragic events on July 7.
What can I say, it was absolutely insanely amazing; theatrical, moving and beautiful!
Dr. Gill Hicks is a wonderful speaker, engaging, vulnerable and able to connect with a wide audience. Gill is so much more than a survivor, she is an icon for adapting to change and overcoming difficulty. We can highly recommend this speaker, such an honour to have had her visit our town.
Gill was incredible to work with at all stages of the event. She made full use of her briefing session and put thought into how to ensure its relevancy to our audience. On the day, Gill arrived early and weaved elements of the topics prior to hers into the TED style talk. Gill was able to engage the audience just by using her stage theatrics and vocal tone and had the audience hanging off her every word. She was polite and is overall a beautiful human being. I would highly recommend Gill.
Gill held the audience spellbound for well over an hour. The presentation was both confronting and inspirational. It gave our members a new perspective on prioritising their lives and what is truly important as well as the sheer determination in beating the odds... truly a unique experience.
This was hands down one, of the most powerful and inspiring talks I've had the privilege of listening. Gill crafted an intimate space to deliver her keynote for The Business Institute's quarterly Lecture Theatre Series which was held via national broadcast. The feedback we received during and post the event highlighted the genuine connection Gill was able to make with our audience through her own powerful story which was delivered with deep insight and empathy for the human spirit. I loved Gill's sentiments about; trusting yourself , My Wisdom CV and the importance of continuing - no matter what!! I can highly recommend engaging Gill to present for any and all levels within your organisation.
Real and raw. Gill is a lovely and brave woman. Inspiring and a fantastic way to end the conference. I wasn't aware of her story, and was touched and inspired by her presentation to us. Wow. Gill was amazing so humble and funny and such an amazing story of courage and resilience. The closing conference session delivered in spades. A remarkable life story and one that will stick with me for a long time. If we could measure engagement on the faces of the delegates over the 3 days, she won hands down. An absolutely brilliant choice as the closing speaker of a conference that was all about shedding fear and embracing a new world.
Gill was the perfect speaker for the end of day - she had the audience enthralled and the evaluation feedback was 100% positive. I would have absolutely NO hesitation in recommending Gill to any event.
