Emmah Money is a nationally recognised speaker, published author, and proud mum of two who shares her extraordinary journey of living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) to inspire strength, hope, and possibility.

Diagnosed at birth with a life-threatening illness that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system, Emmah has never let her condition define her or limit what she could achieve. From a young age, she spent months at a time in hospital, navigated childhood with a feeding tube, and faced relentless health setbacks—but always with determination and defiance. “The average life expectancy for someone with my illness is 37,” she says. “Well, I have big plans—and 37 just won’t cut it.”

Adopted by an incredible family (including a Paralympian dad and a powerhouse mum), Emmah’s story is one of resilience, unconditional love, and never giving up. At just 16, she published her autobiography The Words Inside, detailing her experiences with bullying, reconnection with her birth family, and living with an invisible illness. The book led to national recognition, including being named Girlfriend Magazine’s Girlfriend of the Year, and her role as a youth ambassador for Cystic Fibrosis in Australia.

From media appearances and public speaking gigs to a standing ovation in Pittsburgh in front of 1800 people—including Jamie Oliver and Sir Bob Geldof—Emmah has used every platform she’s been given to show others that adversity can be turned into impact.

Despite all odds, Emmah is now the proud mum of two healthy children, something she once believed was impossible. Her journey through pregnancy and motherhood with CF has been tough, raw, and beautiful—and she shares it all with honesty and humour.

Today, Emmah uses her voice to empower others: to dream boldly, live fully, and turn challenges into fuel. “Everyone has a story,” she says. “Mine isn’t easy, but it’s real—and if sharing it helps just one person find strength, then it’s worth every word.”