Our community is full of selfless people willing to dedicate their time to help others. This award celebrates the stroke survivors, carers, and volunteers who have chosen to support their community.  

AstraZeneca  is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines in Oncology, Rare Diseases, and BioPharmaceuticals, including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, and Respiratory & Immunology  

This award recognises health professionals and researchers with experience of five or more years, who demonstrate tremendous dedication to their work in the field of stroke.  The award acknowledges that outstanding contribution to the lives of stroke patients, survivors and carers is vital and should be commended. 

This award recognises the contribution of a person aged under 18 in stroke awareness, fundraising or advocacy. Designating an award for this age group will give young people affected by stroke the opportunity to be recognised.

Recovering from stroke can be an uphill battle. The Courage Award recognises the indomitable courage and hope shown by survivors and carers in facing stroke recovery. This category is open to survivors and carers and celebrates individual recovery and resilience.

Volunteers are the backbone of our community, and we are thrilled to be able to recognise their dedicated service. This award celebrates volunteers who make a significant difference and contribution to our mission to prevent, treat and beat stroke. 

Stroke recovery is a hugely individual journey, and for some that is enriched through creative expression in writing, photography, music and fine art. The award is open to stroke survivors who have a specific creative project to share. 

Stroke Foundation relies on the efforts of its fundraisers and this award is a celebration of the incredible support we receive. There are so many amazing stories out there of fundraisers who go above and beyond to make a difference, and this award acknowledges that commitment and hard work.

Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology, committed to improving lives through innovative medical solutions. For more than 17 years, Medtronic has proudly partnered with Stroke Foundation to help advance stroke prevention, treatment and recovery, supporting better outcomes for Australians affected by stroke. Medtronic is delighted to present the President's Achievement Award, recognising an individual whose leadership, innovation and dedication have made an outstanding contribution to the stroke community