What happens when a woman in her 50s chooses courage over comfort and adventure over routine? Sonia Allen decided to take a career break before life’s next responsibilities — caring for elderly, sick parents — could tie her down. She set out to climb to Everest Base Camp while the glacier still exists, travelled solo to Bhutan to volunteer and support Ukrainian women and children, taught teachers in Sri Lanka, helped build a school in Nepal, and supported communities in Brazil recovering from floods and landslips.
This empowering talk celebrates the resilience, independence, and determination of women who refuse to let age or circumstance define their limits. Sonia shares how she made it happen on a budget, balanced travel with remote work, and discovered just how far strength, adaptability, and courage can take you — especially when your journey is also about serving others.
For every woman who’s ever thought, “It’s too late for me,” this is a reminder: your best chapter might still be waiting — but only if you dare to write it.
Views: 12 | Enquiries: 0Bright mind, bold heart, I am the kind of woman who rolls up her sleeves and makes things better, wherever I go. From global volunteering adventures to local impact, I would like to say I bring energy, empathy, and no-nonsense smartness to every project I work on.
Professionally, I am a skilled education consultant, recognised for sharp thinking, calm leadership, and ability to accomplish tasks with grace and grit. At other times, I am off making magic happen through international volunteering, community mentoring, and advocacy work.
I am a cancer survivor, a foster carer, personal trainer and an ambassador for International disaster relief organisation 'All Hands and Hearts UK Trust.'
Public speaking is something I have done throughout my working careers', yes careers and never one to be 'lost for words'. I can tailor my speeches to meet the audiences needs:
"A magnetic role model with a wicked sense of humour, Sonia leads with purpose, gives generously, and leaves people (and places) better than she found them."
Smart. Sassy. Seriously inspiring.
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