Media & Recognition
Award-winning mental health speaker, bestselling author, and educator - with 1,000+ presentations across her career and featured across New Zealand's leading media, podcasts, and publications.
Julia Grace is a New Zealand mental health speaker, author, and educator with over 30 years in education. With more than 1,000 presentations across her career - including 500+ events as a mental health keynote speaker - she has spoken across five continents including New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, India, Fiji, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. She is the author of the bestselling book Be Kind to Your Mind (2023), a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Adult & Youth) through Te Pou, and a former President of the Professional Speakers Association of New Zealand.
Certified MHFA Instructor - Adult
Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa New Zealand, administered by Te Pou
Certified MHFA Instructor - Youth
Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa New Zealand, administered by Te Pou
Mind Health Carer Certificate
Accredited training in supporting people experiencing mental health challenges
Past President - PSANZ
Professional Speakers Association of New Zealand
30+ Years in Education
Registered teacher with extensive experience in NZ schools and health education
Contributing Author
Trailblazers and Trailblazers II - published by the Professional Speakers Association of New Zealand
The Juliagrace Charitable Trust
Julia is committed to making mental health education accessible to all. The Juliagrace Charitable Trust is a registered New Zealand charity that helps subsidise events and organisations - including education events, health sector events, community groups, and church events - that would benefit from mental health education but have limited resources. A portion of Julia's work each year is provided on a complimentary basis, supporting organisations including the Breast Cancer Foundation and community trusts.