Danielle Campo

Danielle Campo

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Windsor, Ontario

Paralympic Champion |Mental Health Advocate | Trailblazer for Inclusion and Resilience

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  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Health & Wellness
  • Neurodiversity
  • Nutrition & Fitness

DANIELLE CAMPO BIOGRAPHY

Danielle Campo McLeod is an inspirational Canadian Paralympic swimmer, award-winning inspirational speaker, and dedicated advocate whose life story embodies resilience and determination. Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) at the age of two—a condition that was initially misdiagnosed as muscular dystrophy—Danielle faced significant challenges from a young age. Despite her condition, she discovered a passion for swimming, which became a place of freedom and equality for her. In the water, she felt empowered and capable, propelling her to pursue competitive swimming.

Danielle’s exceptional talent and dedication led her to represent Canada at the Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004 Paralympic Games. She earned multiple gold medals and set eight world records, amassing a total of 17 Paralympic and World Championship medals throughout her career. Her achievements brought recognition not only to herself but also shed light on the abilities of athletes with disabilities.

Following her athletic success, Danielle committed herself to advocacy and community engagement. Danielle has served on many boards of directors with a focus on bettering her community Danielle was a national ambassador for Muscular Dystrophy Canada for over 15 years. She served as the Director of Culture and Engagement at Muscular Dystrophy Canada, where her leadership was instrumental in raising over $5 million for neuromuscular disease research. In her current role as the Mental Health Lead at the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board, she focuses on promoting mental well-being, inclusivity, and support for students facing various challenges, including disabilities and mental health issues.

As a mother of three children and stepmother to two more, with two of her youngest children diagnosed with SMA, Danielle brings a unique and personal perspective to her advocacy. Her experiences as both an individual with a disability and a parent navigating her children’s diagnoses have deepened her commitment to fostering understanding and support within communities.

Danielle shares her journey in her memoir, “Resurrections: My Will to Survive is Olympian,” offering an honest and uplifting perspective on overcoming life’s hurdles. Her contributions have been recognized with prestigious honors, including the Order of Ontario and the Queen Elizabeth II Golden and Diamond Jubilee Medal, and Terry Fox Humanitarian Award. The youngest person to be awarded an Honourary Doctorate from the faculty of Law at the University of Windsor

In 2024, Danielle extended her winning streak by winning Speaker Slam – North America’s Largest Inspirational Speaking Competition.

Her story and advocacy work have been featured on major media outlets such as The Social, Breakfast Television, CP24, 100 Huntley, CHCH, CBC, and CTV News. Through her public speaking engagements and community involvement, Danielle continues to inspire others to embrace resilience, focus on abilities, and work towards a more inclusive and understanding society.

Danielle Campo Related Media

Media Interview

Aware Now Media

Allié McGuire

'Champion of Resilience' w/Paralympic Champion Danielle Campo McLeod
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Danielle Campo Related Content

Book

Resurrections: My Will to Survive is Olympian
Resurrections: My Will to Survive is Olympian
Resurrections is the memoir of decorated Canadian Paralympic swimmer Danielle Campo McLeod.

Articles & Magazine Feature

National Hero Honour

Canada's Walk of Fame

Danielle Campo McLeod is an inspirational Canadian Paralympic swimmer, award-winning inspirational speaker, and dedicated advocate whose life story embodies resilience and determination.
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Articles & Magazine Feature

Reclaiming Her Joy: Danielle Campo McLeod

The Drive Magazine

The story of a misdiagnosis, a successful career in swimming, setting new dreams and living life to its fullest
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Articles & Magazine Feature

Danielle Campo sets sights on inspirational speaking final

Windsor Star

Paralympic gold medalist and motivational speaker Danielle Campo is taking her competitive skills to the stage — using her voice rather than her swimming abilities in a bid to place first.
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Danielle Campo Topic Presentations

Danielle Campo Windsor, Ontario, Canada delivers Keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics.Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences, and event formats.

Unbreakable: the Power of Resilience in the Face of Adversity

Breaking Barriers: Redefining Possibilities for Athletes With Disabilities

The Mental Game: Building Strength Beyond the Podium

Leading With Purpose: Creating A Culture of Inclusion and Empowerment

The Strength of A Story: How Personal Narratives Inspire Change

Beyond the Diagnosis: Embracing Life With Strength and Optimism

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