A JOURNEY OF ADVOCACY
AND LEADERSHIP
Here, you’ll find information about my journey as a stroke survivor and advocate, along with updates from my experience with the Future Leaders Grant from the Stroke Foundation.
My mission is to amplify the voices of stroke survivors, raise awareness about disability rights, and drive impactful change in healthcare and rehabilitation.
What We Offer
At Brooke Parsons, we’re dedicated to creating lasting change in the stroke community. Through advocacy, leadership, and personal experience, we provide services to support stroke survivors, healthcare professionals, and organisations
Advocacy & Public Speaking
Leadership Development
Stroke Awareness Campaigns
Research & Collaboration
A Message of Gratitude
Dear Friends and Supporters,
I am writing this letter with immense gratitude and joy to express my heartfelt thanks to each one of you who has chosen to follow my journey. Your unwavering belief in me and my work has been a source of inspiration and strength as I navigate the challenges and triumphs of being awarded the Future Leaders Grant – Lived Experience for 2025 through the Stroke Foundation, with guidance from the Florey Institute.
This recognition is deeply personal to me. It represents not only my resilience and determination in the face of adversity but also the shared journey of countless individuals whose voices and experiences deserve to be heard. Being acknowledged for the value of lived experience is a testament to the power of advocacy, connection, and the belief that our stories can create meaningful change.
Professionally, this grant offers an extraordinary opportunity: the chance to attend the Conference of States Parties (COSP) on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities at the United Nations. This moment is monumental. It signifies a seat at the global table, where decisions that shape the future for people with disabilities are made. For me, it is the culmination of years of dedication to amplifying the voices of stroke survivors and people with disabilities, ensuring their needs, rights, and aspirations are recognized on an international platform.
To stand in that space is not just an honour but a profound responsibility—one that I carry with humility and determination. It is a chance to shine a light on the realities of life after stroke, to challenge perceptions, and to advocate for equity and inclusivity in ways that transform policies into possibilities.
To all of you who believe in me, I make this promise: I will continue to work tirelessly, not just for myself but for all of us. I will honour your faith in me by being a voice for change, by fostering hope, and by championing the resilience and strength that define our community. Together, we are greater than stroke. We are leaders, advocates, and change-makers.
Thank you for walking this path with me. Your support reminds me that we are never alone in this journey, and together, we can achieve the extraordinary.
Brooke's New York Journey
In 2025, Brooke will embark on an inspiring journey to New York as part of the Future Leaders Grant – Stroke Foundation, where she will attend the Conference of State Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP) at the United Nations. This conference brings together global leaders, policymakers, and advocates to advance disability rights and accessibility. Brooke will represent the voices of stroke survivors and contribute to shaping policies that impact healthcare and rehabilitation worldwide.
Throughout her 10-day stay in New York, Brooke will document her experiences, reflections, and the invaluable lessons learned from this incredible opportunity. She will share insights on attending the COSP, navigating the city with a disability, and how to make the most of a visit to New York as a wheelchair user.
Stay tuned for daily updates, tips, and personal stories as Brooke continues her mission to inspire change and elevate the voices of stroke survivors!
Contact Me
I’d love to hear from you! Whether you have a question, want to collaborate, or simply wish to connect, feel free to reach out.
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