It’s the final chance to nominate an unsung hero in the 2023 Stroke Awards.
The annual event recognises the incredible individuals in our community who make the future brighter for people impacted by stroke.
The Stroke Awards recognise a huge variety of people from all walks of life, including survivors of stroke, their family members, carers, volunteers, fundraisers, researchers and health professionals.
Queensland mum Nicola Baker won the 2022 Fundraiser of the Year at last year’s event after raising almost $5,000 during Stroke Foundation’s physical activity campaign, Stride4Stroke.
“It was such an honour to be recognised at the Stroke Awards. At the end of the day, it is a voluntary activity, we aren’t forced to do it, so to be appreciated for that really means a lot,” Ms Baker said.
“I’ve loved the support I’ve received and the friends I have made through my connections with the Stroke Foundation. I would highly recommend people take the opportunity to nominate in the Stroke Awards.”
A stroke strikes the brain and can change lives in an instant. It is one of Australia’s biggest killers and a leading cause of disability. There are more than 445,000 people with stroke living in our community. It kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer.
Stroke Foundation Executive Director of Marketing John De Rango said the event is an opportunity to celebrate the courage, creativity and achievements of the stroke community.
“It’s an opportunity for the Stroke Foundation to say thank you to the incredible people who contribute to the stroke community each day, and to those who go out of their way to make life better for Australians who have been impacted by stroke,” Mr De Rango said.
“The annual event would not be possible if it wasn’t for the generous Australian organisations who allow us to make it happen, including Pfizer, Ipsen, Allevi8, Precision Fundraising, Australian Physiotherapy Association, AbbVie, and National Australia Bank.”
If you know someone who has demonstrated courage in their recovery, artistic talent after stroke, fundraising flair or has made any other significant contribution to improving the lives of people with stroke, then tell us about them so we can celebrate them.
Nominations close on Friday, February 17. Winners will be announced at Stroke Foundation’s Stroke Awards ceremony on Thursday, May 4 in Melbourne.
There are six award categories this year. Visit the Stroke Foundation website and nominate now.
Stroke Awards Categories:
• Stroke Warrior Award – Recognises the significant contribution of a person under 18 in stroke awareness, fundraising or advocacy.
• Courage Award – Recognises the indomitable courage and hope shown by a survivor of stroke or carer in facing stroke recovery.
• Creative Award – Celebrates a survivor of stroke’s contribution to creative industries including writing, photography, music and fine art.
• Fundraiser of the Year Award – Recognises a fundraiser who has gone above and beyond to help raise awareness and funds for stroke in Australia.
• Improving Life after Stroke Award – Celebrates those who voluntarily dedicate their time to improving the care and support of survivors of stroke in the community.
• Volunteer of the Year Award – Celebrates those who voluntarily dedicate their time to improving the care and support of survivors of stroke in the community.
