REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN FOR WALK FOR EPILEPSY 2024: "CONNECT AND STRIVE FOR 1 IN 25"
Epilepsy Australia is excited to announce that registrations are now open for Walk for Epilepsy 2024, an inspiring community event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for epilepsy research and support.
The initiative invites participants to register online and set personalised fitness and fundraising goals, whether they choose to tackle them solo or as part of a team. A key event and highlight of this year’s campaign is the Treadmill Challenge, which, after a successful pilot in Victoria in 2023, will now include new locations in New South Wales and Queensland. People in other states are encouraged to jump on a treadmill at their local gym and get involved.
This year's theme, "Connect and Strive for 1 in 25," highlights the crucial goal of connecting people with epilepsy and striving for a world where one in 25 can lead fulfilling lives free from the constraints of seizures.
As part of this year's event, Epilepsy Australia is honoured to welcome back former AFL star Heath Hocking, who will this year be taking on an extraordinary challenge. Heath, a former Essendon AFL player and devoted father of a son with epilepsy, will be walking and running a total of 250 kilometres on a treadmill. This ambitious endeavour will begin on 1st October at the Treadmill Challenge in Victoria and continue non-stop until he achieves his goal.
Heath’s commitment to this cause is both personal and powerful, as he uses his platform to raise awareness and inspire others. His efforts will not only spotlight the daily challenges faced by individuals with epilepsy but also drive crucial support for ongoing research and community initiatives.
People are encouraged to register online to take part in Walk for Epilepsy 2024. By registering, individuals not only support a worthy cause but also contribute to a greater understanding and better resources for those affected by epilepsy.
For more information on how to get involved, donate, or participate in Walk for Epilepsy 2024, please visit walkforepilepsy.org.au.
ABOUT WALK FOR EPILEPSY:
Walk for Epilepsy is a fundraising and epilepsy awareness initiative that takes place annually throughout the month of October. Run by the Epilepsy Foundation, the initiative is a national collaboration between six epilepsy state service delivery partners, working under the banner of Epilepsy Australia. These include Epilepsy ACT, Epilepsy WA, the Epilepsy Centre, Epilepsy Queensland and the Epilepsy Foundation.
Epilepsy Australia is dedicated to leading the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures. Our mission is to ensure that everyone affected by epilepsy has the opportunity to live a life without limitations.
