Amazing Australians honoured at 2023 Stroke Awards
Today a light was shone on the amazing people in our community who are making life better for survivors of stroke, and reducing the burden of stroke in our community.
Stroke Foundation CEO, Dr Lisa Murphy says, “The calibre of winners at this year’s event demonstrates the passion, care and dedication we have in our community. That includes survivors of stroke, carers, family members, volunteers, health professionals and researchers."
A huge congratulations to all the people nominated, finalists and winners, thank you for all that you do.
2023 Stroke Award Winners
Improving Life after Stroke Award – Recognises those who voluntarily dedicate their time to improving the care and support of survivors of stroke in the community.
Congratulations, Improving Life after Stroke Award winner: Priya Sharma
Creative Award – Recognises a stroke survivors’ contribution to creative industries including writing, photography, music and fine art.
Congratulations, Creative Award winner: Doug Hemming
Fundraiser of the Year Award – Recognises a fundraiser who has gone above and beyond to help raise awareness and funds for stroke in Australia.
Congratulations, Fundraiser of the Year Award winner: Dan Maitland
Courage Award finalists – Recognises the courage and hope shown by survivors and carers in stroke recovery.
Congratulations, Courage Award winner: Nicole Gallacher
Volunteer of the Year Award – Recognises outstanding volunteers whose dedicated service has made a significant difference.
Congratulations, Volunteer of the Year Award winner: Tony Finneran
Stroke Warrior Award – Recognises the contribution of a person under 18 in stroke awareness, fundraising or advocacy.
Congratulations, Stroke Warrior Award winners: Jackson King and Noah Barlow
President’s Achievement Award – Recognises exceptional dedication, outstanding contributions and exemplary service to Stroke Foundation.
Congratulations, President’s Achievement Award winners: Professor Geoff Donnan AO and Professor Stephen Davis AO
Thank you to sponsors of the 2023 Stroke Awards: Australian Physiotherapy Association Allevi8 Precision Fundraising NAB Community Ipsen AbbVie Pfizer
Please note: photos taken on the fly, there will be professional photos coming. Keep your eyes peeled, we just didn't want you to wait. #strokeawards2023
