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BROOKE MCINTOSH - Resilience mentorKeynote speakerEntrepreneurRunner“From Trauma to Triumph: How Running Across Australia Saved My Life”Brooke ran 1,600 km across Australia in just 27 days to raise awareness for mental health. Now, she’s preparing for an even greater challenge—running acrossthe entire continent, averaging 80 km per day for 180 days.Brooke’s journey with mental health began at 12 after facing significant trauma. Instead of letting it define her, she turned her struggles into a mission—advocating for open conversations, particularly in high-stress, male-dominated FIFO (fly-in, fly-out) mining industries. She knows firsthand that breaking the silence can save lives.Brooke’s Journey: From Trauma to TriumphBrooke’s story isn’t just about endurance—it’s about survival and transformation. After experiencing sexual assault at 12, 14, and 24, she faced battles with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. But instead of being consumed by pain, she chose to fight back.A major turning point came in Aug