More and more people are globally exposed to terrorism and dealing with the aftermath of terrorist attacks. Some have not survived these ordeals; others have been lucky and now live to tell their stories… 

Monique Strydom is known as one of the hostages who was held hostage (together with her husband Callie) by Abu Sayyaf rebels for 127 days in the jungle on the Philippine island of Jolo in 2000. 

Her story of life and death, survival and hardship has captivated people all over the world.   Her story is a real one, an inspirational one, one of NEVER GIVING UP!

Monique  Strydom is the recipient of the numerous awards including the prestigious Newsmaker of the Year Award, the Rotrary International Paul Harris Award (Callie Strydom) and The White Ribbon Award (Monique Strydom). She has been nominated as o a "Fair Lady Women of Courage" and Sunday Times Johnny Walker Hero of the year finalist and National Geographic Channel recently made a documentary about her ordeal. 

Her books, "Shooting the Moon" and "Vrygekoop" are best sellers. During the last 18 years Monique has become known as a humanitarian who has helped thousands of people in need. She has hosted various TV and radio shows and is one of South Africa's top celebrity speakers. She has shared her story with millions of people across the world during international interviews.

Monique Strydom has received the love and respect, from every day citizens to presidents. Pres Nelson Mandela commended Monique for her bravery and her efforts to help others in need.

Her story might sound like a Hollywood movie, but it will inspire every person to Never Give Up!

PRESENTATIONS:

"A single grain of rice can tip the scales" (Inspirational) - 1hour 15 minutes

"Lessons from captivity" (Motivational) - 1 hour  (IFFFP Global Summit Cape Town 2009)

"Facing Fear" (Training) - 4 hour workshop (Hosted for first responders and front line staff since 2016)

"Seeing miracles" (Spiritual/religion) - 1 hour

"Life is like a box of chocolates!" (Motivational female audience) - 1 hour

REFERENCES:

"Monique did not regard this ordeal as a major setback, but instead she used this life changing experience as a tool to motivate and inspire thousands. She is highly respected in the business world. I would like to commend her for wanting to change the lives of other for the better and for being a true ambassador not only for South Africa, but also for humankind" - Nelson Mandela

"She will inspire everybody..." - Robert H Schuller (Chrystal Cathedral)

"Her presentation was excellent. It brought us back to the basics of life, gave us an insight into human nature and survival and the importance of taking control" - Anil Hemani  (Young Presidents' Organisation - Lagos)

"Excellent - such and incredible story - everyone seemed to be hanging on her every word".  YPO Nigeria (Africa Tour)

"Her knowledge of her subject comes from first hand experience, so it is obviously excellent. I felt like she had us in the palm of her hand" - YPO Cape Town (Africa Tour)

"Powerful presentation which captured the imagination of the audience" - Louis Fourie (President - Afrikaans Business Institute Richardsbay)