Connie Boglis is a passionate Advocate, Author, Counsellor & Youth Worker of over 16 years and most recently turned her personal adversity into a positive platform for mental health reform. 

In 2019 Connie was acknowledged by Prime Minister Scott Morrison as a finalist in UNSW Australian Mental Health Prize and published her first book Once Upon a Feeling. A mindful story helping children to explore and express their emotions through creative techniques and conversations with the adults in their life. 

Connie currently serves on National Committees for the Department of Veterans Affairs Open Arms, The Australian War Memorial & is an Ambassador for The Australian National Veterans Art Museum.

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Connie is currently completing the QUT University - Woman in Politics Program in Brisbane