Karni Liddell has defied expectations throughout her remarkable life as a former world record holder, Paralympic swimmer, speaker, TV presenter, and clinical social worker. Born with a neuro-muscular wasting disease, she overcame early predictions by breaking her first World Record at just 14 years old.
Karni went on to achieve Paralympic success, earning medals at every Games she competed in, with her role as captain of Australia's top team at the Sydney 2000 Paralympics standing as her pinnacle achievement.
Beyond her athletic career, Karni has raised over $1 million for various disability charities, embodying her commitment to advocacy and support for the community. She shares her experiences and insights as a presenter on Channel 7’s ‘The Weekender’ and has also been a talkback radio host.
Internationally acclaimed as a keynote speaker, Karni's TED talk resonated deeply, earning her a standing ovation - a rare accolade at TED events.
Her impact extends globally as she continues to inspire audiences with her compelling story of resilience, determination, and advocacy for disability rights.
