Motivate Collective

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The Motivate Collective is an events and community facilitator dedicated to enhancing wellness and personal development for individuals, families, and organisations from diverse backgrounds.

Upcoming Event

Souths Merewether

Saturday, 26th April, 2025, 2-5 pm

Thought Leaders Together

Connect and Thrive is an opportunity to explore and discuss mental health and community in the Hunter.

Connect and Thrive is a discussion and networking opportunity for anyone interested in personal development and wellness. Topics are relevant to individuals, organisational leaders, families, and community groups.

Included:
An introduction to The Sequel Project personal development program
Insights empowering recovery from addiction and diverse mental health
3 hours of accessible discussions for Hunter locals

Special Featured Guests - Connect and Thrive, April 2025

  • Prue Hughes - Founder - The Sequel Project & CEO Family Support Newcastle

    Prue Hughes - Founder - The Sequel Project & CEO Family Support Newcastle

    “With a career spanning more than 25 years, Prue is a highly skilled and dedicated community services professional. Her knowledge and expertise in the areas of well-being, behaviour, people management and communication are highly regarded. She is passionate about supporting others to succeed and seeks to achieve collaboration over competition. Prue is a dynamic and engaging speaker committed to leaving her audience feeling better at the end of her presentation than they did when they entered the room. Her ability to relate to people from all walks of life helps to ensure that her message is not only heard but also understood and embraced. Prue’s own story is powerful and The Sequel Project was born out of her desire to empower those of us who feel stuck in our stories. In addition to building The Sequel Project, Prue is currently the CEO of local nonprofit organisation, Family Support Newcastle.”

  • Kate Johnson - Community Projects Officer, Lake Macquarie & Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network

    Kate Johnson - Community Projects Officer, Lake Macquarie & Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network

    “For Kate, working with the Lake Macquarie & Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network isn't a job; it's a calling. Living with Type 2 Bipolar and in recovery from alcohol addiction, she understands the fight. And she fights alongside others, passionately connecting with those grappling with mental health challenges. Kate's journey is a powerful reminder that out of the darkest moments, hope ignites, and we can rise to live full, vibrant lives.”

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Motivate Collective

Newcastle, Australia

Encouraging Confidence and Connection

The Motivate Collective is a community events business connecting thought leaders with individuals and organisations.

Melanie Suzanne Wilson, founder, manages and hosts the events after years of experience in public speaking.

Melanie is known as the granddaughter of Gary Wilson OAM and the late Elizabeth Wilson OAM, Toastmasters leaders who guided membership group procedures. Melanie is also a neurodiverse single mother passionate about organic content marketing.