Julie Fisher

Have you ever thought what it would be like if your child, or someone you care for, was made to feel like they shouldn’t be somewhere or doing something that others take for granted?

Julie Fisher is a mum of 3 boys and is also carer to her youngest son Darcy who lives with Down Syndrome. Her journey into the world of disability with Darcy began while she was pregnant and with her family, they decided to provide the best life possible for Darcy.

Over the last 18 years, Julie has become an advocate for inclusion and acceptance not only for her son, but for many people who live with a disability in the community and workplace. She shares her family’s journey with their son which will open your heart to see the beauty of disability.

Julie is a best selling author, speaker, radio host and works together with families to ensure their children are being seen and heard.

Since her unexpected journey of publishing her books, she has worked with Down Syndrome Victoria, Carers Victoria and has completed her first TedX Talk as well as been interviewed on radio, many podcasts and for Melbourne news programs. She has also spoken at the World Down Syndrome Congress, National Disability Summit, NDIS Reform Summit and at many other events.