About
Eva Muilenburg is an award-winning motivational speaker, emcee, anti-trafficking ambassador, guest writer and educator. Through her unique perspectives as a former foster youth, sexual abuse survivor, third culture individual and a current foster carer; Eva consults and speaks with compelling hope, joy and purpose.
Having worked in the travel industry and visited 34 countries, Eva sheds light on the life lessons learnt from around the world, its cultures and histories.
Eva’s career as an educator has seen her working in various primary and secondary schools across Perth, running home school programs and teaching disadvantaged students in Kisumu, Kenya and Manila & Tacloban in the Philippines. She has worked in curriculum and re-engagement (CaRE) schools as well as tutored and mentored foster youth through the Department of Communities.
Humanitarian work is a priority for Eva, she has organised and led several volunteer teams in the Philippines with Kids International Ministries, and in Kenya with African Word Ministry. She has organised and hosted over 30 fundraising events to facilitate the building of schools, early learning centres, community gardens and recreation facilities in both the Philippines and Kenya.
Eva is currently a Lead teacher in a secondary school Perth and an ambassador for Consider the Lily, Inc. in the Philippines which is an aftercare home for Filipino girls who have been trafficked and/or sexually exploited.
Eva accepts a limited number of speaking and consultation bookings depending on her availability. When not speaking, teaching or advocating, Eva can be found listening to her favourite podcasts, on solo hikes or spending time with her family, friends and faith community.
Speaking
— Speaking and consulting
Speaking Engagements
With almost 10 years of experience in public speaking, Eva brings a dynamic perspective, hope and encouragement to any audience. She has spoken at awards ceremonies, state-wide conferences, staff retreats, school events, youth groups and churches across Western Australia.
Eva specialises in the topics of foster care, foster youth, overcoming adversity, trauma-informed care and education.
Emceeing
Eva's energy and passion have allowed her to emcee several community events such as quiz nights, music events, formal dinners and combined youth events.
She loves to work collaboratively with each event organiser in order to create a coherent and seamless flow in every event.
Anti-trafficking Advocacy
Eva is an ambassador for Consider the Lily, Inc. in the Philippines - an aftercare home for trafficked and sexually exploited Filipino girls.
She is passionate about raising awareness and advocacy for this cause.
You can book Eva for 1-1 consultation or group workshops to learn more about this topic.
Consulting
— Speaking and consulting
Foster Care Consultation
Eva provides a one-hour virtual or in-person consultation for individuals or small groups on topics of lived experience in out-of-home care, leaving care, former foster youth, foster parenting and mentoring teens in care.
This service will be beneficial for those in the social work sector as well as carers.
Cultural & Linguistic Diversity
As a culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) child entering care, Eva provides consulting services, virtual or in-person, to parents, carers and social/case workers of children with diverse cultural and linguistic needs. She specialises in Indian culture but has cared for children in several other South-East Asian cultures as well.
Trauma-Informed Education
Eva is a qualified secondary teacher and has worked in the education sector in various capacities for 10 years.
She is passionate about accessible education and consults on topics of trauma and Hope informed practice in the classroom and advising on strategies and educational goals for teens.
Consultation rate per hour: $75 AUD
(you may wish to discuss any of the topics
mentioned above within the one-hour period)
Speaking & Writing...
Speaking Highlights
- International Women’s day event 2024 - Keynote speaker for Smart Women Perth.
- MC - Pink Pilbara Breakfast, Port Hedland for the Hedland Well Women’s Centre.
- Chamber of Commerce’s Engagement Forum WA at Edith Cowan University
- Create Foundation Young Advocate Dinner - Keynote speaker.
- Department of Communities Achiever Awards 2021 - Guest speaker.
- Parkerville Children and Youth Care: Staff Conference - Guest speaker.
- Department of Communities: forum regarding children leaving care - Guest speaker.
... and more!
Eva Muilenburg is an important voice in child welfare. Her lived experiences in foster care and as a foster parent, give her a unique perspective on so many topics. Her advice is crafted with care, centered on the child, and full of compassion for all members of the team. I recommend her to all who are looking to learn about ways to support youth in foster care and improve the system.
- Laura, Foster Parent Partner
@foster.parenting
After having the honor to learn from Eva, I have seen first hand her ability to share about the foster care community in a way only a few can. She shares truth that resonates with people and is able to keep it uplifting. There is a lot about the foster care system and community that can leave someone bitter, but she says everything with love and to encourage change. Her experience and expertise in this field are invaluable and needed. I would recommend anyone who is looking for foster or help the foster care community to speak to her!
Dr. Danisha Keating
Research Psychologist
Testimonials
I'm so happy I found Eva's work, first on Instagram, and then as a guest on The Fearless Fostering Podcast. Her ability to speak so eloquently while being so vulnerable about her own lived experience as a former foster youth and sexual abuse survivor are astonishing. Eva is a gift to my community of foster moms, and I look forward to having her back on the podcast very soon! Thankful God allowed our paths to cross!
- Cathleen Bearse, LCSW
@fearless_fostering
Eva has an incredible story of God's grace that she is able to deliver humbly, with passion and vulnerability. It is a joy and privilege to share in Eva's journey.
- Louise Pekan, Community Operations specialist, Communicare
