D. 100 // 81-90
81 // Gerard O’Dwyer: Gerard O’Dwyer is an award-winning actor, passionate advocate, and trailblazer for authentic disability representation in film and television. As an actor with Down syndrome and a lifelong love of storytelling, Gerard has captivated audiences with performances that are rich, nuanced and unapologetically real. @gerardodwyertheactor
82 // Emma Watkins: Emma Watkins is a performer, academic and accessibility advocate who has transformed the landscape of children’s entertainment in Australia. Known to millions as the beloved Yellow Wiggle, Emma made history as the first woman in the original lineup, but it’s her work beyond the skivvy that cements her legacy. www.emmamemma.com
83 // Lisa Cox OAM: Lisa Cox is an award-winning speaker, author, media professional and leading disability advocate who is reshaping how the creative industries approach inclusion. With over 20 years of experience spanning advertising, journalism and strategic communications, Lisa brings rare insight into how media and marketing can either perpetuate exclusion, or become powerful tools for change. www.lisacox.co
84 // Tracey Corbin-Matchett: Tracey Corbin-Matchett is a bold and visionary leader reshaping the screen industry to be more inclusive, equitable and representative of all Australians. With lived experience of disability and a deep background in advocacy, communications and leadership, Tracey brings both systems knowledge and storytelling power to every space she enters. www.busstopfilms.com.au
Over 40% of the list work for themselves — freelancers, founders, consultants, creators.
85 // Alistar Baldwin: In 2024, Alistair became an AACTA Award winner for his work on critically-acclaimed webseries Latecomers. In addition to story conferencing services through the show’s development, Alistair directed Episode Two during an attachment supported by SBS’ Diversity Talent Escalator initiative. www.alistairbaldwin.com
86 // Carly Findlay: Carly Findlay OAM is an award-winning writer, speaker and appearance activist. Her first book, a memoir called Say Hello, was released in January 2019. Carly edited the anthology Growing Up Disabled in Australia with Black Inc Books. It’s in stores now. @carlyfindlay
87 // Bianca Stern. ATE - All things Equal the cafe. Our cafe is staffed by our all abilities crew, who work hard and have pride in their roles at All Things Equal. Every member of our team is paid award-based wages, front-of-house and back-of-house. www.allthingsequal.com.au
88 // Hannah Diviney: Hannah Diviney is an Australian actress, activist, and author. Diviney plays Norah in the 2024 black comedy Audrey. For that role she was nominated for the AACTA Award for Best Supporting Actress in Film at the 14th AACTA Awards. She was previously the lead in the SBS dramedy Latecomers. @hannahthewildflower
89 // Emma Bennison: Emma Bennison MBA GAICD is an award-winning, visionary leader and advocate with over 20 years of experience as a CEO, executive and non-executive director. A TEDx speaker, and curious and practical innovator, Emma is known for identifying and working in collaboration to disrupt out of date policies and systems to give rise to strategic transformation that empowers people and organisations to thrive. Emma is revered for her expertise in influencing boards and executive teams to understand the social and economic impacts of inclusive workplace cultures and their powerful role to steward inclusion and diversity. www.emmabennison.com
90 // Grit n Grace: Joey is a late diagnosed Autistic woman who is committed to supporting other neurodivergent women meet their employment goals. Having been an executive coach for many years, she is now pairing those skills with her lived experience to implement a number of development and leadership courses. www.gritngracecollective.com
