Jaz Ampaw-Farr is a writer, international speaker and self-described ‘resilience ninja’ whose enthusiasm is both infectious and hugely motivating. Her background as a stand-up comedian and teacher, combined with her commitment to empowering teachers, makes her talks both engaging and resourceful. Named "The British Oprah" by US audiences and three-time winner of Speaker of the Year, Jaz's raw honesty and humour have already inspired millions through her viral TED talk and headline keynotes for organisations from Google to Gucci.

In her powerful memoir-meets-manifesto, Because of You, This Is Me, she brings her signature blend of transformation and laughter to the page.

She is also the star of a new Edinburgh Fringe show and the subject of Restory Your Life, the Cannes award-winning documentary from Noskco Films.

Articles and interviews available

Jaz is available for interview, expert comment or bylined articles on a range of topics, such as:

• How five teachers saved my life
• Trauma-informed teaching: what every educator needs to know
• Supporting children from disadvantaged backgrounds
• 10% braver: a practical guide to overcoming adversity
• Why diversity in education is crucial
• Human-first leadership: lessons from an everyday hero
• Reclaiming your narrative 

View the press release for Because of You, This is Me here.

100 Years, 100 Women: Jaz Ampaw-Farr' - click here to listen in.

'Dear Teacher, I Know my Behaviour Makes you Mad, but you Need to Understand what my Life is Like- - click here to read the full article on teachwire.

Jaz has been named a TIME Person of the Year' 2017 - see her video here.

Interview with Jaz Ampaw-Farr ' how to be 10% braver.