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Bring a voice of hope, resilience and faith to your next event. Stephen and Julie Wagstaff speak from lived experience — and that makes all the difference.
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Meet the Speakers
Voices that move people
Stephen Wagstaff
Founder and Executive Director
Known as "Swag," Stephen became a C5 quadriplegic at age 19 following a diving accident in 1996. Nearly 30 years later, his story of faith, resilience and purpose has reached millions across the globe. Stephen speaks with warmth, humor and deep wisdom that leaves audiences inspired and transformed.
Julie Wagstaff
Co-Founder and Director of Support
Julie has walked alongside her husband Stephen through nearly 30 years of adversity with grace, faith and extraordinary resilience. Her perspective as a caregiver, partner and woman of faith speaks powerfully to audiences navigating their own difficult seasons — reminding them they are not alone.
Our Reach
A voice that reaches the world
12.6M+
Total content views across digital platforms
49K+
Unique listeners engaged with SwagAbility content
4+
Countries reached including UK, USA, Australia and Canada
81+
Podcast episodes created and in production
Speaking Topics
What Stephen and Julie speak on
Faith and Resilience
How a relationship with Jesus Christ can help individuals thrive despite life-altering circumstances — spoken from 30 years of lived experience.
Living With Disability
Practical wisdom and hope for individuals, families and caregivers navigating life with physical disability or chronic illness.
Caregiving and Marriage
Julie's powerful perspective on walking alongside a spouse through adversity with grace, humor and unshakeable faith.
Supporting Veterans
Creating safe spaces for veterans to share their stories and find purpose, community and healing through faith and connection.
Thriving Through Adversity
Helping audiences transform their hardest seasons into purpose-driven narratives that inspire and support others.
Hope and Mental Wellness
Sharing the Gospel as a foundation for mental, emotional and spiritual healing during seasons of grief, loss and crisis.
Event Types
Where Stephen and Julie speak
Churches and Ministries
Faith communities seeking powerful testimonies of God's grace and redemption through adversity.
Schools and Universities
Educational settings looking to inspire students with stories of resilience, purpose and overcoming challenges.
Conferences and Summits
Large gatherings focused on disability, mental health, caregiving, faith or community development.
Healthcare Settings
Hospitals, rehabilitation centers and healthcare organizations seeking to encourage patients and staff.
Corporate Events
Organizations looking to inspire their teams with authentic stories of resilience, leadership and purpose.
Nonprofit and Community
Community organizations and nonprofits serving individuals with disabilities, veterans or families in crisis.
Booking Information
What you need to know
Speaking Fee
There is no charge for speaking engagements. Travel costs may apply depending on location.
Advance Notice
Please submit your booking request a minimum of 15 days in advance of your event date.
How to Book
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Bring hope to your next event
Send us your event details — including the date, location, expected audience size and topic — and we will be in touch to discuss availability and next steps. Please book at least 15 days in advance.