Testimonials

Annie Lawrence’s presentation “In search of Beauty” was a fantastic addition to our school’s Personal Development programme for Senior students. Her message about the influence of media in shaping one’s sense of self was relevant and topical. The emphasis on seeing one’s inner beauty and the authentic qualities of a person was conveyed in an engaging manner.

The interactive element was appreciated by the students and they responded to her sense of humour, the opportunity to reflect on their own experiences, and the world in which they live. The students came away with a positive experience and something to think about. 

Annie is a professional and polished speaker, with her ability to gauge an audience response, respond to their impromptu and spontaneous reactions and combine the light moments with a serious message. I would highly recommend Annie Lawrence’s presentation “In Search of Beauty” and our senior students gained much from this session.
Annette Hall, Year 12 Level Coordinator (PLC, Burwood)

We need more Annie Lawrences in the world. What she does with her session “In Search of Beauty” is unique and necessary. Coming into one of her talks was like entering a retreat. Leaving left me feeling more than rejuvenated, I felt beautiful. She speaks truth into what we as young people miss out on in society, that beauty is good and true and that we as women possess a great dignity. The point is best made however, in the testimony of her own life. She is assured in her own beauty, it is evident in the way she interacts with the crowd. It is obvious in the way she confidently wields the gifts that God has given her. Her assurance in God’s Love for her is infectious. She calls me on as a woman to believe in my beauty, to claim it and to radiate beyond the definitions of attractiveness we cling on to. Thank You Annie. “In Search of Beauty” is a sure fired bullet of truth that I needed to hear.                                                                      Jiwon Lah-Youn, Medical Student (Brisbane University)

“I am a very insecure person, but your session gave me a lot of confidence. Thank you!”
Year Nine Student

“Thank you so very much for your beautiful way of inspiring our girls. I know they take away so much and everything you do helps prepare them for their next part of life’s journey.”
Noelene Clarke, Vice-principal (Saint Scholastica’s Primary School, Burwood)

“Annie’s message about inner beauty is one that adolescents need to hear. The students fully engaged in her affirming presentation and walked away with new insights that, I feel, will set them up for greater happiness and success in life.”
Anne Noonan, Year Nine Co-ordinator (Sacred Heart Girls’ College, Oakleigh)

“All your sessions were amazing, you taught me so much about the world and myself. I’ve learned that true beauty comes from the inside.”
Year Six Student

“A group of Year Eight students left the sessions arms linked and chanting ‘We are beautiful, we are beautiful, we are beautiful…’ ”
P.E. Teacher (Shelford Girl’s Grammar, Caulfield)

“As a writer and photographer, I have long-contemplated the famous words of author Dostoevsky: Beauty will save the world. Listening to Annie’s presentation on beauty, I was reminded how powerful this is. I felt inspired and drawn to that which is true and good, and left the session wanting to create something beautiful! Thanks Annie for reminding me how important beauty is for the heart, mind and soul.” 
Fiona Basile, Photographer and Writer

“Annie ran a fantastic workshop which had our girls and staff truly engaged!! It was hands on and the girls took some very valuable lessons from her presentation. We cannot wait to welcome Annie back next year!” Emma Neville, Year 8 Student Development Leader (Killester College, Springvale)