Liz Courtney

Speaker Travels from Sydney, NSW

Topics

Change Management
Climate Change
Female Speaker
Leadership

Liz Courtney is a trailblazer in environmental storytelling and a fearless advocate for our planet. A globally recognised documentary director, she has spent the last two decades illuminating the human face of climate change through the power of film. With over 55 internationally acclaimed documentaries to her name, Liz is celebrated for her bold storytelling, pioneering spirit, and unwavering commitment to driving global awareness and action—often from the front lines of our changing climate.

Her journey began with a sliding door moment—an unexpected opportunity to direct a documentary about 40 teenagers on a United Nations expedition to Antarctica. That experience sparked a lifelong mission to give voice to the planet and its people. From the melting ice sheets of Greenland to the burning forests of the Amazon, Liz has brought the world’s most urgent stories into homes across the globe, often under extreme conditions. She made history with the first live broadcast from Antarctica via Starlink, and her work has inspired millions through platforms like the UNCCC, COP28, and international broadcasters.

But Liz’s success hasn’t come without challenges. From navigating a male-dominated industry, getting lost in the Amazon, and breaking sea ice under her sled, to leading climate storytelling on the world stage—every step has tested her resolve. It’s her resilience, purpose-driven creativity, and deep connection to future generations that continue to fuel her fire.

An inductee into the Australian Businesswomen’s Hall of Fame, named one of the ‘100 Women of Influence’ in Australia, and awarded the 2024 Global Gold Award for Women Changing the World in Media. Her latest works—including Antarctica: The Giant Awakens, Climate Impact Asia, Changing Oceans, and The Tipping Points of Climate Change—aim to ignite a global movement for hope, courage, and transformation.

Liz is a sought-after speaker and host, with an extensive record of plenary engagements. She has launched major events, delivered keynote addresses at UNCCC, Climate Week Sydney, New York, and Impact X in Asia, using her voice to connect, inspire, and catalyse global change with a focus on Climate Behavioural Change – what we can all do

Keynote Titles

Sliding Door Moments in Life – Courage to step up.
Antarctica Unveiled: The Hidden Realities of Earth’s Last Frontier
C-suite Courage
Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Leadership in STEM
Positive Tipping Points: How we can drive the energy transition and accelerate change
From the Lens to Action: Harnessing the Power of Storytelling to Combat Climate Change
Translating Climate Science into Human Stories: Bridging the Gap Between Data and Action
Voices That Move the World: Women Leading the Climate Revolution
Global Climate Narratives: What the World is Saying—and Why We Must Listen