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.
Nicola Baker won the 2022 Fundraiser of the Year at last year’s event after raising almost $5000 during Stroke Foundation’s physical activity campaign, Stride4Stroke.
“It was such an honour to be recognised at the Stroke Awards,” she said.
“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.
“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 the 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.
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.
