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Solli Raphael
Author, Curriculum Specialist, Education Consultant, Entertainment, Inspirational Speaker, Personal Development/Welfare, Social Issues, Storyteller/Performer
Solli Raphael is a globally renowned and award-winning speaker and performer who has delivered inspiring presentations for nearly a decade. Within schools, Solli has become known for turning pressing and complex social concerns and concepts into relatable and meaningful conversations for young audiences.
29 Things You Didn’t Know About Me
Where were you born?
Northen NSW and grew up across South-East QLD, New South Wales and Victoria.
What themes are recurring in your work?
I am passionate about helping children and teenagers become their best selves through topics including connection, community, creativity, leadership, identity, self-expression and discovery, social concerns and environmental issues.
I also happen to love poetry, and it brings me joy to inspire younger generations to love the art form as much as I do.
What have been the highlights of your career?
I am fortunate to have had many highlights, including delivering thousands of workshops, performing and speaking at hundreds of events, and having my work shared on six continents and across over 150 countries to a quarter of the global population.
From community projects to Fortune 500s, I have worked with people of all ages, career statuses, and life circumstances and dedicated thousands of hours to causes I am passionate about through countless charities and nonprofits. I am grateful I can continue giving back through my organisations as well.
Although I have many incredible experiences speaking in front of A-list celebrities, global CEOs, multiple prime ministers, and even members of the Royal Family, my greatest joy is being able to chat with young people. I am inspired by the hopes, dreams and ideas of kids and teens, and having a positive impact on their journeys is a gift.
Haven’t I seen you before?
You may have seen me on regular ABC News Breakfast appearances, The Project, Q+A, RN Breakfast and Drive or other television and radio programs over the years. Perhaps at one of my events, or have we crossed paths? What are the chances – I knew you looked familiar! Just kidding, I can’t see you, but I can see a nice little opportunity for us to work together in the not-so-distant future (how about that!).
Anything else you’d like to share with us?
If you would like to learn more about me, my books and my projects, you can head over to solliraphael.com.
Catch me on YouTube and LinkedIn @solliraphael.
And, just across to your right, you will find plenty of information about what I can offer your students (how convenient is that?).
For other presentations, including what I can offer your audience, keep scrolling and enquire below.
I look forward to making magic together soon!
Testimonials
“Solli’s presentation was wonderful and so engaging for our students. He connected with students who love poetry and writing, as well as those who need encouragement to write. What the students produced in the session was amazing. What an inspiration! Thank you Solli.”
“He effectively got his message across but kept it deeply engaging and exciting. Solli was amazing how he presented his pieces and encouraged us to interact and ask questions.”
“Solli was exceptional. He had the entire audience engaged and left a solid mark in the thoughts of our children. We are so pleased we were able to bring this to our children. Thank you !!!!!!!”
“I found it intriguing that you have truly become one with poetry.”
“We’re so much more inspired to write poetry now; staff included. The students can take a lot from their conversation with Solli. On a personal note being a father of two young girls, it was wonderful today being in the company of such a level headed and genuine role model for young children. Thank you Solli.”