Our Journey

How It Began

Humble Beginnings

L-R: Matt Runnalls, Victoria Devine, Carly Anna, Thao Tran, James Hatchman and Luke Karabatsos at the Ditox Dinner Melbourne.

At Ditox, our journey began in September 2018 with a vision to transform the way we engage with technology and promote mental wellbeing.

From the very start, we set out to make digital healthier and more positive for everyone. To scroll less and live more.

One of our highlights was the Ditox Dinner in Melbourne, where we brought together mental health advocates, speakers, and exclusive guests for an unforgettable evening. We were proud to support the men’s mental health charity, Mindfull Aus, led by the inspiring Matt Runnells. The event featured speakers like Victoria Devine and Phoebe Kuhn, sparking meaningful conversations about mental health and digital wellbeing.

Local & International Event Series

Event attendees participating in a wellbeing activity at the Ditox/Pink Full Moon event held in New York City.

In 2019, we expanded our reach with a series of wellness events across Melbourne. From qi gong sessions in the park to vibrant bar nights, we fostered a culture of connection and wellbeing in our city. Our mission took a bold leap across the ocean as Ditox launched in New York with the unforgettable ‘Pink Full Moon Party’ in Lower Manhattan, celebrating community and empowerment.

Then, in early 2020, the world faced an unprecedented challenge with COVID-19. Like many, we had to pause our activities for a few years. However, we took this time to reflect and refine our mission, preparing to return stronger than ever.

Bouncing Back: Hiatus Begone

Founder Thao Vanessa Tran presenting a locknote talk for Ditox at Google DevFest in 2023.

We’re grateful to have bounced back after COVID. We are now focused on supporting businesses, schools and families on digital wellbeing talks, workshops and events.

To date, we’ve created bespoke digital wellbeing workshops both locally and internationally, including:

Overcoming Digital Overwhelm: Optimising Digital Wellness for Work-Life Balance - WorkSafe Victoria
How To Use Your Phone As A Tool, Not A Trap: A Digital Wellbeing Perspective - 25th International Families & Fathers Conference
Ditox Workshop - Insight Academy
Fall In Love With Social Media Again - Fresh Networking
Put Yourself Out There: Personal Branding & Confidence Workshop - LikeMinded

Our founder, Thao Vanessa Tran, has also been a impact speaker at events including:

Ecoystem Mixer: Mental Well-being & The Startup Life, Stone & Chalk, 2024
Che Connections: Mental Health Christmas in July Event, Vietnamese Australian Professional Network, Melbourne, 2024
DEI On Purpose: Voices from Cross Industries - Overcoming obstacles, setbacks, and barriers, United States Tennis Association (USTA), Online, 2024
Put Yourself Out There: A Personal Branding & Confidence Workshop, LikeMinded @ The Commons, Melbourne, 2024
Power On The Platform - Sarah Bauling, 2024
How To Fall In Love With Social Media - Fresh Networking, Melbourne, 2024
Use Your Phone As a Tool, Not A Trap - 25th International Families & Fathers Conference, Los Angeles, California, 2024
Building Positive Social Media Workshop - Insight Academy, Melbourne, 2024
How To Use Your Phone As A Tool, Not A Trap - Google DevFest, Melbourne, 2023
The Iconic Speaker - Ethan Donati, Melbourne, 2023
Digital Wellbeing - Women Who Code, Melbourne, 2023
Monash University’s The Generator Validator, Melbourne, 2023
Taking A Ditox from Ditox, 2020-2022
Ditox Pink Moon Party, New York, 2019
Scroll Less Live More Bar Night, 2019
Seize the Yay! Scroll Less, Live More - With Sarah Holloway & Thao Vanessa Tran with Like Minded Bitches Drinking Wine, 2019
The Rooftop Ditox, 2018
Ditox Dinner Melbourne Launch, 2018

As we continue to grow, our commitment to empowering individuals and communities remains unwavering.

Join us on this journey to reclaim our digital lives and foster a healthier, more connected future.

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“Thao (from Ditox) was an amazing Speaker at our recent 2024 USTA Southern Speaker Series. She brought a wealth of knowledge and shared her expert advice with ease. The audience was moved by her wit, honest answers and pleasant demeanor. Our participants continue to express how Thao words of wisdom inspired them in their work. I highly recommend Thao for her talent and passion to help change the world.

— Dr. Kimberly Taylor Salam, United States Tennis Association (USTA)