Keep Up With Amira's Mindful Pursuits!
GMW Event Sydney
Thank you to @gmwnetwork for inviting me to speak on the “Storytelling with Purpose” panel with the brilliant @guzeme💞
Grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts on the power of storytelling and how our voices, when used with intention, can inspire change, challenge narratives, and leave a lasting impact on the world around us 🌎
Meeting Gazans
Today, I had the absolute pleasure of meeting some very special children who have recently arrived in Australia from Gaza. They were beautiful, kind, and incredibly funny.A heartwarming surprise was discovering that some of the kids had already heard about me and had read my books when they were first published over a year ago! Little Aseel even reminded me of all the changes I made between the first and second release of “Never Forget Omar”. Moments like these remind me why I write… to share, to educate and to honour the voices of our children ❤️🩹
High Distinction grade on thesis!
Amira was awarded a High Distinction grade for my Master’s by Philosophy thesis.
Over the past two years, Amira has been working on my Master’s by Philosophy Degree, combining business, entrepreneurship, mental health, and psychology.
Amira's research focused on how poor mental health among self-employed individuals impacts the profitability and income of their businesses. She also examined and analysed strategies that can be implemented to improve business outcomes and resilience, such as mental health applications, physical activity and social support initiatives (among others).
Speaking at Amnesty International Human Rights Awards
Amira was asked by Amnesty International Australia to give the first ever Amnesty International Human Rights Defender Award to Bisan Owda 🏆
Bisan is a 26 year old that has put her life on the line in order to show the world the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. Bisan has spent the last 430+ days advocating for the Palestinian people and land through her human rights reporting. Congratulations Bisan, and to all the recipients, your courage and work has not gone unnoticed.
Counselling in 2025
“Nothing changes, if nothing changes”The time to change is now! 🕰️
I’ve been counselling for years now, seeing clients ages 5-30 with a range of concerns from behaviour disorders, to depression and anxiety, to school/work-related conflicts… just to name a few! 🌱
In 2025, I will be counselling on Saturdays both face to face and via Telehealth 💞
Meeting with Assistant Mininister of Autism
Did you know that in Australia it is estimated that up to 1 in 20 are on the Autism spectrum?!
Amira had a meeting with the Honourable Emily Bourke MLC, the Assistant Minister for Autism here in South Australia. They had a productive discussion about the strengths and gaps within the education system in supporting students with Autism.
They also explored potential opportunities for collaboration with the Department for Education, South Australia including delivering workshops and providing my books and other valuable resources to better support children with Autism within our schools.
Children's Workshop: Never Forget Omar by Amira
Get ready for a creative adventure your kids won’t forget!
Join us at The Beautiful Bunch on January 22, 2025, for a special children’s workshop where little hands will get crafty with flowers and clay in our Brunswick East studio!
We’re excited to welcome the amazing Amira Shahin, the brilliant children’s book author behind Never Forget Omar. With her background in counselling and mental health, Amira brings heartwarming stories to life, sharing important lessons about compassion and the world around us.
It’s more than just a workshop—it’s a day filled with storytelling magic and creative play, designed to ignite your child's imagination while nurturing empathy in a fun, hands-on way.
Book your spot now and let the creativity bloom!
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Community Fair
Snapshot from the Compassionate Living SA, NDIS Community Fair.
Where i presented my books and spoke with some of the applicants.
Workshop with the Bachar Houli Foundation
Grateful to the Bachar Houli Foundation for the opportunity to speak and lead a mental health workshop with an inspiring group of young girls. We explored:
- Mental Health Awareness: Importance of well-being, body image, self-esteem, and healthy relationships.
- Love: Understanding the emotion and common misconceptions.
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Symptoms, causes, and treatments.
- Healthy Coping Strategies: Exercise, social support, community engagement, and therapy.
- Islam and Mental Health: Addressing misconceptions and Quranic teachings.
We engaged in mini-counselling sessions and practical steps to enhance resilience and mental health.
Bachar Houli Foundation Mental Health Seminar
Leisurely Coffee Cafe Collaboration
Buy a book and get a coffee from Leisurely Coffee cafe! 50% of proceeds go to charity
