Public Speaking

Hello. It’s nice you’re here. I assume you’re interested in being part of the art of conversation on madness. Me too.

I’ve wanted to write and speak about my experiences of madness and treatment in acute psychiatric care since I first slept in the hospital bed in 2005. The experience was so compelling that it ultimately led me to work in the mental health field, to study social work, then to circle back to my roots in the arts, and now to create Silent Revolution.

I languished with my mental health struggles for over fifteen years and literally lost the ability to speak in the state of catatonia. I’m turning that around. Of course, with help. With an incredible husband, joyous son, amazing friends, gifted professionals, the NDIS, and my steadfast belief that wellness is possible.

I’m available to share with you and your community on topics that are important to us, such as Madness, Creativity and Wellbeing.

If you wish me to visit in person or Zoom in on your event, big or small, and speak my mind, please contact me directly.

To book a 30-Minute Enquiry Call for public speaking, click here.

Peer Support

As a peer working in the arts with experience of mental health issues, Jasmine can share her approach to healing such as finding our creative expression.

NDIS PROVIDERS

As a self-managed NDIS participant, Jasmine can share the benefits and challenges of choice and control in her life, as well as her principles for best-practice support work.

Child & MATERNITY

As a mother who has experienced post-partum psychosis, Jasmine can share her story and help with accepting the ups and downs of parenthood.

MENTAL HEALTH

As a woman who has received public and private mental health treatment, Jasmine can share her journey with participants and staff to foster solidarity.

ARTS

As a practicing artist who identifies as having a mental and emotional vulnerability, Jasmine advocates for access and inclusion for artists with mental health challenges.

Schools

As a mother of a school child, Jasmine can share her passion for wellbeing education and reducing stigma of mental health issues amongst young people.

Environmental

As an environmentalist living on a permaculture property, Jasmine can share how she applies permaculture principles to healing and community development.

Government

As a social work graduate, Jasmine can share the benefits and challenges of her mental health treatment, and best policy and practice at a local and state level.

MY EXPERIENCE

15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

I have over fifteen years of experience working in the arts and mental health sectors. I have tried and failed and tried again.

Learn More

'A valiant spirit'

"Jasmine Powell is a passionate, creative woman who draws on personal experience in her ardent quest for truth and justice. A valiant spirit with a heart of gold, striving to support and inspire others."

John Watkins

Author of 'Unshrinking Psychosis'

'A Couragous Voice'

"Jasmine Powell draws with reflective integrity and creativity on her own experiences living with mental health issues to offer inspiration, support and encouragement to others."

Dr Suzanne Cremen

Founding Director, Life Artistry Centre

'Deep Compassion for Holistic Health'

"Jasmine Powell has a deep compassion for and understanding of holistic health. She is also passionate about the environment and how it affects us in many ways."

Catherine Donnelley

Wellbeing Mgr, The Salt Foundation