I’m not one thing, I don’t fit in a box. Dad. Gran’s kid always and Pop’s ‘Tiger’ forever. Australian. Mixed-race. white-presenting. Much journeyed and ever journeying. Grateful to live, strive and thrive on the unceded and ancestral lands of the Coast Salish peoples (Canada). Queer. Trans. Blind. Social Justice and Inclusion led. Strategist. Counsellor. Competing Canadian Paralympian. Lover of puzzles, connection and culture. Still reads bedtime stories.
Title: Human.
Intersectionality is my authentic self. We each hold multiple identity dimensions and unique connections to the communities within these (for example, age, body shape, culture, disability, ethnicity, family structure, gender, geographic location, language/s spoken, sexual orientation, socioeconomic experience etc). My identities and the way they combine and interact in my life is my unique intersectionality. My journey navigating the world as a queer, trans and disabled human contributes to my unique lived-experience. I proudly bring all my identities into every aspect of my life. I am not one thing. I do not fit in a box. I am human.
Consultant, counsellor and public speaker. I work at the intersections of social justice, authentic inclusion and mental health.
Justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
I independently consult as a social justice and inclusion led strategist. Supporting organisations on their journeys, I focus on organisational culture, brand identity and marketing communications providing inclusive assessments, strategies, consultative advice and education. For more information, connect with me about consulting work.
“Everything is mentionable and from there manageable.”
Mental health awareness and practices belong in all “Our Work” and spaces. Through my private counselling practice I offer dedicated personal sessions. Visit my counselling page for information about my counselling services and bookings.
An advocate and public figure, I am a passionate contributor. I have spoken in many spaces including mainstream media (television, radio and print), conferences, panels, educational keynotes, guest lecturer and hearings. Reach out to me to discuss a potential speaking engagement
In 2022 Ness Murby made history as the first openly trans man to compete in the men’s discus division and also the first openly trans man to be included in the world ParaAthletics rankings. Breaker of world records, bearer of much medal hardwares, and holder of world, continental and national titles, Ness Murby has represented three countries in three ParaSports: Australia, Japan and Canada; Goalball, Powerlifting and ParaAthletics. In 2020 Ness came out publicly as transgender and became the first openly trans Paralympian. He is currently the only openly trans man in competition. Ness competes for Canada in ParaAthletics in the F11/T11 classification for athletes with the least functional vision. A champion for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, Ness advocates “there is enough space for all of us” and as a visible trans athlete is committed to holding space in the sports world for trans athletes to compete as their authentic self.
Established in 2020, Ness cofounded TougherTh>n creating a platform for challenging the comfort zone and exploring the mechanics of mindful impact. Delivering perspectives, education, advocacy and partnership. TougherThan currently serves as a Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion resource platform.
You can connect with me by completing the contact form or by emailing me directly at ness@nessmurby.com