She Inspires Me
National Movement for Women at Work
Michelle Boundy is the founder of She Inspires Me and Women at Work, and host of the She Has the Courage to Lead podcast. With over 30 years of experience working in Government and 20 years as a subject matter expert in workplace safety, wellbeing, and culture. She is a LinkedIn Top Voice in Workplace Safety with 35,000+ followers and a respected keynote speaker, consultant, and advocate. Through her work, Michelle is driving national conversations and practical action to create safer, healthier, and more inclusive workplaces where every woman can thrive. Find out more here
Media Release
2026 Champion of Safety Award for NSW Announced
Congratulations to our founder, Michelle Boundy, who was just announced as the Workplace Health & Safety Show’s Champions of Safety Icon Award for 2026. An Icon is an individual who has achieved iconic status through their lasting influence, excellence, and significant contributions in their industry, serving as an inspiration for generations. Michelle was a finalist for the Icon Award for Queensland in March this year for her lasting influence, excellence, and significant contributions to workplace health, safety and wellbeing. This prestigious recognition celebrates her commitment to creating safer, healthier and more inclusive workplaces, and her work inspiring positive change for generations to come.
Women at Work
National Workplace Initiative
Women at Work is a national initiative founded by Michelle Boundy to improve the safety, wellbeing and workplace experiences of women across Australia. Through education, advocacy, leadership and practical action, we work with government, business, industry and workplace leaders to address the challenges women face and create workplaces where women can feel safe, respected and empowered to thrive. Our focus is on Safety, Wellbeing, Leadership and Gender Equity. Find out more here
The Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth
Women's Safety Commissioner Dr Hannah Tonkin
She Has the Courage to Lead Podcast Series
Conversations with the people shaping workplaces, leadership, and the future experiences of women at work.
She Has the Courage to Lead is a podcast series featuring Ministers, Commissioners, and other senior leaders shaping the future of leadership, workplace culture, safety, and women at work. Through candid and thought-provoking conversations, the series explores the courage to lead, the challenges of workplace culture, the importance of psychological safety, and the systems that influence people’s experiences at work. This podcast is not about titles. It is about the people behind them—their insights, decisions, and actions, and how courageous leadership can inspire meaningful change. Because real leadership is not simply about holding a position. It is about having the courage to make a difference. Find out more here
Coming Soon!
Dr Karen Hooper, Productivity Commission
Dr Niki Vincent Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner
Our Distinguished Guests
Tim James, Shadow Minister for Small Business, Shadow Minister for Fair Trading, Work Health and Safety, and Building, and Member for Willoughby
Jacqueline Agius, ACT Work Health & Safety Commissioner
Ben Millington Duty Commissioner, NSW Rural Fire Service
Jeremy Fewtrell, NSW Fire and Rescue Commissioner
The Hon. Susan Carter, Shadow Assistant Minister for Attorney General, Shadow Assistant Special Minister of State, Shadow Assistant Minister for Corrections, Member of the Legislative Council
Kylie Rendina, Assistant Commissioner Australian Border Force (ABF)
Arianna Doolan State Member for Pumicestone QLD
Mike Wassing (AFSM) State Emergency Services (SES) Commissioner,
Dr Jacueline McGowam Jones, Western Australia Children and Young People Commissioner
Our Services
Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, MC and Panelist
Michelle Boundy is a nationally recognised keynote speaker, facilitator, MC, panellist and Subject Matter Expert in Workplace Safety, Wellbeing and Culture, with over 20 years’ expertise and more than 30 years of public sector leadership.
As National Ambassador for the Workplace Health & Safety Show, Michelle led the National Safety Conversation and Women in Health & Safety panel at the 2026 Sydney event. Her speaking engagements include NSW Police, ACT SafeWork, the Public Service Association and Dell.
A 2026 Champions of Safety Icon Award winner for New South Wales and Queensland State Finalist, Michelle is also a multi-award-winning government leader who has implemented nationally recognised wellbeing reforms across NSW and the Federal Government.
Combining deep expertise with practical leadership insight, Michelle challenges organisations to move beyond compliance and create safer, healthier and more respectful workplaces. Her signature keynotes, She Has the Courage to Lead and Beyond Violence, inspire meaningful conversations, stronger leadership and lasting cultural change. Find out more here
Announcements
Our 2027 Initiative & National Campaign
Beyond Violence
Prevention. Protection. Response. Support. Accountability.
A national workplace violence prevention, response, and employee support initiative.
About Beyond Violence: Beyond Violence is a national initiative founded by Michelle Boundy to change how Australian workplaces prevent, recognise and respond to violence, and support employees who experience or are affected by it. Violence does not always happen within the workplace.
Family and domestic violence, sexual violence, workplace aggression, threats, intimidation, bullying, harassment and serious assaults can have a significant and lasting impact on an employee’s safety, wellbeing and ability to work.
We believe no employee should be left to navigate the consequences of violence alone. Our 2027 campaign will advocate for stronger workplace practices, practical support, coordinated case management and greater organisational accountability.
Commencing in New South Wales. Building towards national change. It’s time to move beyond policies and promises. It’s time to move beyond violence. Find out more here
Our Awards and Achievements
State WHS Champion
NSW Parliament - Outstanding Achievement to Community Service
Champion of Safety Icon Award 2026
Regional WHS Champion
CEO Award - Excellence in Work Health, Safety and Wellbeing
WorkCover State Finalist
Champion of Safety State Finalist for Queensland
Acknowledgment of Country
She Inspires Me acknowledges the Traditional Owners on the lands of the Gadigal of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land and pay respects to their Elders past and present, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.
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