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Dr Naba Alfayadh

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Medicine, social entrepreneurship, refugee rights, human rights, and how to love authentically.

Driving systems change by combining healthcare, technology, and lived experience to scale impact.

As a busy mum, running has become my "reading time." 99% of the books I've read in the last 5 years have been audiobooks while I'm running!

Sydney

Melbourne

Day 1

11.10

Keynote: The Weight That Shapes You

Dr Naba Alfayadh is the Founder of four social equity ventures, including a national charity and a global initiative impacting over six million people. In 2025, she made history winning three Telstra Best of Business Awards, including overall Best Business.


Born in rural Iraq, Naba survived war, arrived in Australia as a refugee, and overcame significant adversity. In this candid session, she shares how she transformed these experiences into purpose-driven impact, offering an honest perspective for anyone at a turning point.

Perth

Brisbane

Adelaide

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