2022 Stroke Award Winners announced
A group of truly inspirational Australians were celebrated today at the annual Stroke Awards. These incredibly strong and tenacious people do so much for their communities.
Congratulations to all the finalists, and to award winners!
2022 Stroke Award Winners:
Stroke Warrior Award
This category recognises the significant contribution of a person(s)under 18 in recovery, stroke awareness, fundraising or advocacy.
Improving Life after stroke - Proudly sponsored by Australian Physiotherapy Association
Fundraiser of the Year Award - Proudly sponsored by Precision Fundraising
Courage Award - Proudly sponsored by Ipsen
Volunteer of the Year Award - Proudly sponsored by NAB Community
President’s Achievement Award
Creative Award - Proudly sponsored by Marmalade
2022 Stroke Awards Supporting Sponsor - AFRM Claims Advocacy - help with the financial impact of stroke
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Stroke Foundation Chief Executive Officer Sharon McGowan congratulated the winners for their remarkable efforts in what was another challenging year.
“I am so thrilled to be in the company today of so many incredible people who have gone above and beyond to improve the lives of Australians impacted by stroke,” Ms McGowan said.
“The calibre of winners of this year’s Stroke Awards provide examples of resilience and innovation, of individuals and communities adapting quickly and working together in the changed environment caused by the global pandemic.
“Their varied approaches to raising awareness of stroke, tenacity in rehabilitation and fierce advocacy are an inspiration,” Ms McGowan said.
“We are humbled by the efforts of our community in making the future brighter for people with stroke.”
A stroke happens every 19 minutes in Australia, and there are almost 450,000 people living with the impacts of stroke. It attacks the brain and can happen to anyone at any age, at any time.
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