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From Chaos to Connection

What a War Zone Taught Me About Human Connection

“The most powerful lesson I’ve ever learned about leadership came from a child, straight from a genocide”

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At 22, grieving the loss of her mother, I found myself in a post-war zone with nothing but theatre games and instinct. What began as a clapping game became a method, now used in boardrooms, schools and hospitals around the world.

In this powerful, story-rich keynote, Amanda explores how connection sustains us under pressure. This talk is a human reminder of the universal truth: we are all desperate to connect.

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Designed for:

  • Leadership and culture events needing emotional resonance

  • Company-wide reflection and reconnection moments

 

Outcomes:

  • A human lens on leadership, resilience and presence

  • First-hand stories that spark empathy and reflection

  • Emotional contrast that opens hearts and shifts energy in the room

© 2025 Amanda Kelleher

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