Stroke Foundation is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 National Stroke Awards.
The awards celebrate the achievements of the survivors, carers, health professionals, volunteers, fundraisers, researchers and advocates who make a huge difference in the lives of survivors of stroke.
Stroke Foundation Chief Executive Officer, Dr Lisa Murphy, says the awards highlight the strength and unity of the stroke community.
"I am so proud of the inspiring individuals who make up the stroke community and it's wonderful to be able to celebrate their courage, dedication, determination and triumphs."
Dr Murphy is encouraging the community to step-up and nominate.
"If you know someone who has demonstrated courage in their stroke journey, creativity in their recovery, or perhaps a stroke champion who provided exceptional support and care when it mattered most, please tell us about them so we can celebrate them."
Nominations close on August 29. The winners will be announced at Stroke Foundation's Stroke Awards ceremony in Melbourne on October 29, 2025, coinciding with World Stroke Day.
"Holding this special event on an international day of awareness truly highlights the global impact of stroke and shows that our community is not alone. We're all in this together."
Stroke Awards Categories
President's Achievement Award
The President's Achievement Award is selected by the Stroke Foundation President, Professor Linda Kristjanson AO, and acknowledges exceptional individuals who support Stroke Foundation including community volunteers, corporate leaders involved in our invaluable partnership work, or dedicated clinicians and researchers.
Courage Award
The Courage Award recognises the indomitable courage and hope shown by survivors and carers in facing stroke recovery.
Creative Award
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.
First Nations Stroke Excellence Award
This award recognises excellence in stroke prevention, treatment, recovery or research in First Nations communities.
Fundraiser of the Year Stroke Award
Stroke Foundation relies on the efforts of its fundraisers and this award is a celebration of the incredible support we receive.
Improving Life After Stroke Award
This award celebrates the stroke survivors, carers, and volunteers who have chosen to support their community.
Stroke Care Champion Award
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.
Volunteer of the Year Award
This award celebrates volunteers who make a significant difference and contribution to our mission to prevent stroke, save lives and enhance recovery.
Warrior Award
This award recognises the contribution of a person aged under 18 in stroke awareness, fundraising or advocacy.
Thank you to the following sponsors for supporting the 2025 Stroke Awards.
