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Epilepsy Tasmania

Tasmanias Voice for Epilepsy

Not-for-Profit Pending Verification
Paul Quilliam
1 liverpool street, Hobart, Hobart, TAS

Organisation Snapshot

533 contributions over 7 years 5 months
Industry
Health& Medical & Aged Care
Sector
Disability Support
Operating Since
1975
Staff
6
Volunteers
5

Our Community Presence

Epilepsy Tasmania has been part of the Tasmanian community since 1975, providing support and assistance to people affected by epilepsy. Based in Tasmania, this not-for-profit group focuses on improving daily life for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their families. Through practical education sessions, guidance, and connection with local services, the organisation helps individuals and carers navigate life with epilepsy.

Community Connections
Epilepsy Tasmania maintains close links with schools, workplaces, and healthcare providers across the state. Staff and volunteers run local workshops, hold awareness events, and facilitate support groups. Their approach is hands-on, whether that’s answering questions about epilepsy management, helping someone find specialist medical advice, or equipping community members to respond confidently during a seizure.

Everyday Support and Education
Day-to-day, Epilepsy Tasmania works directly with people who feel isolated or unsure about where to turn for help. The organisation coordinates information resources, both online and in person. They tailor their education to meet a range of ages and abilities, ensuring that children and adults get the support they need. For those living rurally or with limited transport options, Epilepsy Tasmania offers flexible ways to access training or advice.

For over four decades, the organisation has focused on ensuring that no Tasmanian faces epilepsy alone. They are often seen in the community running local events, meeting with families, and connecting people to life-changing services. Their presence offers practical help as well as hope, whether that’s through direct support or by making information about epilepsy easier for everyone in Tasmania to understand.

Community Impact Snapshot

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Wellbeing
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473
of our 533 contributions impact
Inclusion
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219
of our 533 contributions impact
Economic Resilience
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35
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Sustainability

Contributions

Tasmanian Walk for Epilepsy Raises Funds and Awareness
1 Jan 2026 Community Support Local Events Support InclusionWellbeing
What Walk for Epilepsy
Who People living with epilepsy
Where AU, Tasmania
When 2026
How It Helped
Raised funds and awareness to enhance our ability to speak for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy and stay up to date with epilepsy-related information.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
18 Aug 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 August 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: Meet Epilepsy Tasmania’s newest member, Burnie. We are lucky to share an office with their four legged friend. The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Schools Join Purple Finger Knitting Challenge
13 Aug 2026 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 August 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania provided an accessible way for the community to learn about epilepsy, whether through school activities or practical training. By helping educators, staff, children and local organisations understand epilepsy and respond with confidence, the service supports safer, more inclusive participation for people living with the condition.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
10 Aug 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 August 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: Are you ready to take up the challenge? By walking, running, or riding 100km in 25 days, you will be moving and raising vital awareness for the 1 in 25 Australians diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime. The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
4 Aug 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 August 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
31 Jul 2026 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 July 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
28 Jul 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 July 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
6 Jul 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 July 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
3 Jul 2026 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 July 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
30 Jun 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: A truly historic and powerful day of so many areas uniting The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
27 Jun 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: Proud to stand alongside our national partners as we advocate for a better future for everyone affected by epilepsy. The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
26 Jun 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
18 Jun 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
15 Jun 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: Would you like to help improve support for people using dietary therapy for epilepsy? Monash University researchers are inviting adults living with epilepsy, family members, carers, support people and dietitians to take part in an important study exploring the supports that help people follow dietary therapies, such as the ketogenic diet. The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
12 Jun 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: Do you have 2 minutes? Your feedback is important to us and could win you the Prize Package below. The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Connects at Community Event
5 Jun 2026 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 June 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania met community members at a local event, sharing information and connecting people with support, services and practical resources. The outreach created a welcoming opportunity for people living with epilepsy, families, carers and supporters to ask questions, build confidence and find local connections.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
29 May 2026 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 May 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Connects at Community Event
22 May 2026 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 May 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania met community members at a local event, sharing information and connecting people with support, services and practical resources. The outreach created a welcoming opportunity for people living with epilepsy, families, carers and supporters to ask questions, build confidence and find local connections.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
15 May 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 May 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
8 May 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 May 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
1 May 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 May 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
24 Apr 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 April 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
17 Apr 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 April 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
10 Apr 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 April 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
7 Apr 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 April 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
3 Apr 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 April 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
30 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
30 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
27 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
27 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
27 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Make March Purple Builds Epilepsy Awareness
26 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
25 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
25 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Epilepsy Training Builds Safer Community Support
24 Mar 2026 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania provided an accessible way for the community to learn about epilepsy, whether through school activities or practical training. By helping educators, staff, children and local organisations understand epilepsy and respond with confidence, the service supports safer, more inclusive participation for people living with the condition.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
23 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
20 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
20 Mar 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: North-West Coast Community – You’re Invited! As Epilepsy Tasmania celebrates 50 years of service and support, we’re excited to invite our North-West community to a special Civic Reception in Devonport. The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
20 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
19 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
17 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Tasmanian Voices in Epilepsy Senate Inquiry
13 Mar 2026 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought Tasmanian lived experience into the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy, encouraging people with epilepsy, families, carers and health professionals to share what daily life is really like. Their advocacy highlighted gaps in diagnosis, services, NDIS access, medication and the cost of care, helping ensure local voices inform stronger policy and support.
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Make March Purple Builds Epilepsy Awareness
13 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Epilepsy Training Builds Safer Community Support
11 Mar 2026 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania provided an accessible way for the community to learn about epilepsy, whether through school activities or practical training. By helping educators, staff, children and local organisations understand epilepsy and respond with confidence, the service supports safer, more inclusive participation for people living with the condition.
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Community Merchandise Supports Epilepsy Services
10 Mar 2026 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used community merchandise and small fundraising activities to raise awareness of epilepsy and generate support for its services. These initiatives create opportunities for people to show solidarity, begin conversations and help sustain assistance for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their families.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
9 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Community Supports Make March Purple
6 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Make March Purple Builds Epilepsy Awareness
5 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Make March Purple Builds Epilepsy Awareness
2 Mar 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 March 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Sharing Epilepsy Information to Reduce Stigma
26 Feb 2026 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 February 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, accessible information about epilepsy to challenge misconceptions and encourage respectful understanding. Public education helps people recognise that epilepsy is a neurological condition, supports informed responses and makes everyday community life more welcoming for those affected.
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Celebrating a Seizure-Free Milestone Together
18 Feb 2026 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 February 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated a community member’s seizure-free milestone, recognising the courage and resilience involved in living with epilepsy. Sharing moments of hope helps people and families feel seen, builds connection and reminds the community that every person’s epilepsy journey matters.
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Make March Purple Builds Epilepsy Awareness
18 Feb 2026 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 February 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought communities together for Make March Purple, encouraging people, schools, workplaces, councils and local businesses to wear purple, fundraise and talk openly about epilepsy. These visible activities build understanding, reduce stigma and show Tasmanians affected by epilepsy that their community stands alongside them.
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Epilepsy Training Builds Safer Community Support
18 Feb 2026 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 February 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania provided an accessible way for the community to learn about epilepsy, whether through school activities or practical training. By helping educators, staff, children and local organisations understand epilepsy and respond with confidence, the service supports safer, more inclusive participation for people living with the condition.
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Welcoming Peer Support for Epilepsy Families
13 Feb 2026 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 February 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania welcomed people and families at every stage of their epilepsy journey, offering a place to connect, ask questions and access peer support. This personal support helps reduce isolation and ensures Tasmanians affected by epilepsy know they do not have to navigate challenges alone.
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Sharing Epilepsy Information to Reduce Stigma
17 Jan 2026 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 January 2026
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, accessible information about epilepsy to challenge misconceptions and encourage respectful understanding. Public education helps people recognise that epilepsy is a neurological condition, supports informed responses and makes everyday community life more welcoming for those affected.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
12 Dec 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 December 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
5 Dec 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 December 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Sharing Epilepsy Information to Reduce Stigma
28 Nov 2025 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, accessible information about epilepsy to challenge misconceptions and encourage respectful understanding. Public education helps people recognise that epilepsy is a neurological condition, supports informed responses and makes everyday community life more welcoming for those affected.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
24 Nov 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
21 Nov 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
17 Nov 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
13 Nov 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Supports Community Epilepsy Connection
7 Nov 2025 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community update: The countdown is nearly over. You can do it! The organisation continues to connect Tasmanians affected by epilepsy with information, understanding and opportunities for support.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
5 Nov 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 November 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
31 Oct 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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SUDEP Action Day Shares Vital Information
29 Oct 2025 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 October 2025
How
On SUDEP Action Day, Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people living with epilepsy, carers and families to seek clear information and have informed conversations with health professionals. The message honours people lost to SUDEP while supporting safer, better-informed epilepsy care and community understanding.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
24 Oct 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
21 Oct 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
17 Oct 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
13 Oct 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
9 Oct 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Celebrating a Seizure-Free Milestone Together
5 Oct 2025 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated a community member’s seizure-free milestone, recognising the courage and resilience involved in living with epilepsy. Sharing moments of hope helps people and families feel seen, builds connection and reminds the community that every person’s epilepsy journey matters.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
2 Oct 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 October 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Connects at Community Event
26 Sep 2025 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 September 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania met community members at a local event, sharing information and connecting people with support, services and practical resources. The outreach created a welcoming opportunity for people living with epilepsy, families, carers and supporters to ask questions, build confidence and find local connections.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Connects at Community Event
24 Sep 2025 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 September 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania met community members at a local event, sharing information and connecting people with support, services and practical resources. The outreach created a welcoming opportunity for people living with epilepsy, families, carers and supporters to ask questions, build confidence and find local connections.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
16 Sep 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 September 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Tasmanians Celebrate Walk for Epilepsy Impact
12 Sep 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 September 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Community Fundraising Sustains Epilepsy Support
4 Sep 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 September 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania acknowledged community fundraising and giving that helps sustain its practical support, trusted information, education and advocacy for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy. Support from donors and local partners strengthens the organisation’s ability to remain alongside individuals and families when they need it.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
27 Aug 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 August 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
22 Aug 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 August 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
15 Aug 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 August 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
11 Aug 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 August 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
6 Aug 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 August 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
1 Aug 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 August 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Invites Tasmanian Community
29 Jul 2025 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 July 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania mobilised Tasmanians through Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, ride, fundraise and start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign brings people living with epilepsy, families and supporters together, raises vital funds for services and helps make the condition more visible and understood across the community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Ambassador Launch
25 Jul 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 July 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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International Day of Play Community Activities
21 Jul 2025 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 July 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania joined Door of Hope for International Day of Play, providing activities where children could learn, discover and make friends. The team’s participation helped create an inclusive, welcoming community event for local families.
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International Day of Play Community Activities
17 Jul 2025 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 July 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania joined Door of Hope for International Day of Play, providing activities where children could learn, discover and make friends. The team’s participation helped create an inclusive, welcoming community event for local families.
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Epilepsy Research Community Participation Opportunity
11 Jul 2025 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 July 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared an opportunity for people with lived experience to contribute to epilepsy research and education. Including community voices in research and discussion can improve understanding, services and outcomes for people living with epilepsy.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
8 Jul 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 July 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
23 May 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 May 2025
How
We have teamed up with Local Matters Grill’d North Hobart in June. Local Matters give back to the communities they’re part of and support issues that matter most to locals, gifting over $7 million to 30,000+ local community groups, organisations and projects. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
2 May 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 May 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
25 Apr 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 April 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
17 Apr 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 April 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Client Feedback Survey
15 Apr 2025 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 April 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people who have used its services to share confidential feedback. Listening to the experiences of people living with epilepsy, their families and supporters helps the organisation improve the education and support it provides across Tasmania.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
10 Apr 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 April 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
4 Apr 2025 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 April 2025
How
There’s still time to head out and see landmarks illuminated for epilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Purple Landmark Epilepsy Awareness Support
3 Apr 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 April 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised local organisations that illuminated their buildings purple for Make March Purple. These visible displays invite the wider community to notice epilepsy, start conversations and show people living with the condition that they are supported.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
27 Mar 2025 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community opportunity that builds awareness and support for people living with epilepsy and their families.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
27 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 March 2025
How
Today the Epilepsy Tas team joined together in Hobart to host a Purple Muck Challenge and BBQ for Purple Day, to show support and raise awareness for the 270,000 Australians facing the challenges of epilepsy Purple Day is such an important day amongst the epilepsy community. It’s a day where everyone is encouraged to come together to celebrate the strength and resilience of people living with epilepsy and those that care for them, and to raise awareness for the cause Amy & Paul put their hands up to be “mucked” and hats off to them! Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
26 Mar 2025 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 March 2025
How
Thank you to the wonderful team at Ethical Electrical and Fire and Ethical Bookkeeping for their support of Purple Month by having a Purple Lunch today. They went far and beyond to create awareness for epilepsy and their creativity in celebrating all things purple for lunch, including purple pancakes, purple cream, purple dip and so much more as the pictures show, was inspiring and encouraging. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Purple Landmark Epilepsy Awareness Support
14 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised local organisations that illuminated their buildings purple for Make March Purple. These visible displays invite the wider community to notice epilepsy, start conversations and show people living with the condition that they are supported.
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Purple Landmark Epilepsy Awareness Support
13 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised local organisations that illuminated their buildings purple for Make March Purple. These visible displays invite the wider community to notice epilepsy, start conversations and show people living with the condition that they are supported.
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Door of Hope Community Partnership
12 Mar 2025 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania opened its new South Launceston home, creating a welcoming base within the Door of Hope community. The space gives people affected by epilepsy a place to connect with the team, access support and strengthen local awareness.
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Purple Landmark Epilepsy Awareness Support
12 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised local organisations that illuminated their buildings purple for Make March Purple. These visible displays invite the wider community to notice epilepsy, start conversations and show people living with the condition that they are supported.
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Purple Landmark Epilepsy Awareness Support
11 Mar 2025 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised local organisations that illuminated their buildings purple for Make March Purple. These visible displays invite the wider community to notice epilepsy, start conversations and show people living with the condition that they are supported.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
10 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Client Feedback Survey
7 Mar 2025 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people who have used its services to share confidential feedback. Listening to the experiences of people living with epilepsy, their families and supporters helps the organisation improve the education and support it provides across Tasmania.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
7 Mar 2025 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 March 2025
How
We can stop counting down now as March is here!! Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
7 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Purple Muck Challenge Community Event
6 Mar 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Purple Landmark Epilepsy Awareness Support
27 Feb 2025 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 February 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised local organisations that illuminated their buildings purple for Make March Purple. These visible displays invite the wider community to notice epilepsy, start conversations and show people living with the condition that they are supported.
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Purple Muck Challenge Community Event
20 Feb 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 February 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
6 Feb 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 February 2025
How
Will you follow in Matt Preston’s footsteps and seize the grill? Take on the the Purple Grill Challenge by organising and hosting a purple themed BBQ and inviting your family, friends and colleagues to attend Purple themed could look like purple food, purple crockery and cutlery, purple decorations, and a purple dress-code. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Purple Muck Challenge Community Event
30 Jan 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 January 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania visited a local school to share practical information about epilepsy. By building understanding among students and staff, the session helps foster safer, more inclusive environments for young people living with epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Client Feedback Survey
23 Jan 2025 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 January 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people who have used its services to share confidential feedback. Listening to the experiences of people living with epilepsy, their families and supporters helps the organisation improve the education and support it provides across Tasmania.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
9 Jan 2025 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 January 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Local School Epilepsy Education Visit
2 Jan 2025 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 January 2025
How
Epilepsy Tasmania visited a local school to share practical information about epilepsy. By building understanding among students and staff, the session helps foster safer, more inclusive environments for young people living with epilepsy.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
26 Dec 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 December 2024
How
Can you be a Purple Hero for a month? Take on the Purple Hero Challenge by changing an aspect of your appearance to include something purple for each day during March to show your support for people living with epilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
19 Dec 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 December 2024
How
Christmas/New Year Break The Epilepsy Tasmania offices will be closed from Thursday 19 December and will re open on Monday 6 January 2025. As a team we want to wish each of you and your families a safe and Merry Christmas and if you’re heading away for some well earned R&R, take time to breathe and recharge the batteries for 2025. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Fundraising Results
13 Dec 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 December 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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Walk for Epilepsy Partnership Support
6 Dec 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 December 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
2 Dec 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 December 2024
How
One more week until the end of our W4E 2024 campaign. Tassie has raised over $21K so thank you so much to all of you and your supporters. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
27 Nov 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 November 2024
How
Just some incentive to keep walking today if you’re close to your 100k’s. It’s sunny outside so maybe that’s the incentive we need. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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SUDEP Action Day Community Awareness
21 Nov 2024 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 November 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania marked SUDEP Action Day by sharing information about sudden unexpected death in epilepsy and encouraging conversations about risk and safety. Greater awareness can help people with epilepsy, families and health professionals identify care gaps and discuss ways to reduce risk.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
15 Nov 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 November 2024
How
That’s a wrap on Double Donation Day for the Epilepsy Tasmania! Thank you to our generous major partner, Nexon Asia Pacific, and supporting partner, UCB, your donations have gone double the distance. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
8 Nov 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 November 2024
How
Thanks for your support and commitment. How are you going with your walking? Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Double Donation Day
4 Nov 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 November 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
29 Oct 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 October 2024
How
We are excited to announce that tomorrow, Thursday, 17 October is Double Donation Day! Thanks to the generous support from our sponsors, all donations received tomorrow will be doubled. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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SUDEP Action Day Community Awareness
23 Oct 2024 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 October 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania marked SUDEP Action Day by sharing information about sudden unexpected death in epilepsy and encouraging conversations about risk and safety. Greater awareness can help people with epilepsy, families and health professionals identify care gaps and discuss ways to reduce risk.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
18 Oct 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 October 2024
How
If you have been thinking about registering, you don’t have to wait until October! You can do it today! Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
11 Oct 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 October 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
30 Sep 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 September 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
18 Sep 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 September 2024
How
October is only 4 days away. Don’t forget to register yourself or your team, to give yourself enough time to rake up those kilometres. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
5 Sep 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 September 2024
How
AFL legend Heath Hocking sharing on the ABC footy show AFL360 this week, with his very young son who has epilepsy. Heath is joining in the challenge to support the Epilepsy Foundation and all state partners. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
23 Aug 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 August 2024
How
Thank you to all who are participating in and/or supporting those who are Walking for Epilepsy in 2024. The Epilepsy Tas team are greatly encouraged by your support as we continue to support those in our community affected by Epilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Local School Epilepsy Education Visit
26 Jul 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 July 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania visited a local school to share practical information about epilepsy. By building understanding among students and staff, the session helps foster safer, more inclusive environments for young people living with epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
15 Jul 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 July 2024
How
Kate and Millie getting ready to support Walk 4 Epilepsy 2024. How about you? Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
20 Jun 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 June 2024
How
Did you know that when you participate in Walk 4 Epilepsy 2024 you are eligible for some great prizes? walkforepilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
7 Jun 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 June 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Partnership Support
24 May 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 May 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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Rural Carers Support Expo Invitation
29 Apr 2024 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 April 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted a local carers expo so unpaid family and friend carers could discover support, services and connections. Sharing these opportunities helps strengthen the networks around people affected by epilepsy.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
16 Apr 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 April 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Community Epilepsy Awareness Fundraising Competition
3 Apr 2024 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 April 2024
How
We are excited to announce the winner of our “Name the Cow’ Competition as Mason-aged 10, (and his mum). This newest member of our Plush Toy family is now known as “Purpella. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Tasmania Client Feedback Survey
25 Mar 2024 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people who have used its services to share confidential feedback. Listening to the experiences of people living with epilepsy, their families and supporters helps the organisation improve the education and support it provides across Tasmania.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
22 Mar 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 March 2024
How
It’s near the end of the 2024 financial year and if you are in a position to donate to our End of Financial Year “Pass the Hat” drive, we would be grateful. All donations help us to continue to support those in our community affected by Epilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
22 Mar 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 March 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a community opportunity that builds awareness and support for people living with epilepsy and their families.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
19 Mar 2024 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2024
How
Keep an eye out for these Tassie landmarks to be illuminated for Epilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
18 Mar 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 March 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Upside Down Epilepsy Awareness Challenge
8 Mar 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 March 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
4 Mar 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 March 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Upside Down Epilepsy Awareness Challenge
22 Feb 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 February 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
8 Feb 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 February 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Community Epilepsy Awareness Fundraising Competition
5 Feb 2024 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 February 2024
How
Yet another competition to “Help Turn Things Around” for Epilepsy. We are so grateful to Pennicott Wilderness Journeys for this incredible prize. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Upside Down Epilepsy Awareness Challenge
31 Jan 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 January 2024
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to join Make March Purple through practical, visible activities that start conversations about epilepsy. The campaign builds understanding, celebrates people affected by epilepsy and raises funds for information and support.
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Community Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
16 Jan 2024 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 January 2024
How
Make a donation today and, thanks to our generous sponsors at Nexon Asia Pacific, it will be matched. Doubling your impact means double the support, information and resources you’re helping to provide to Australians living with epilepsy. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Double Donation Day
29 Dec 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 December 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
15 Dec 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 December 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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New Launceston Community Support Home
30 Nov 2023 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 November 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania opened its new South Launceston home, creating a welcoming base within the Door of Hope community. The space gives people affected by epilepsy a place to connect with the team, access support and strengthen local awareness.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
15 Nov 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 November 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
30 Oct 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 October 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
13 Oct 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 October 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
29 Sep 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 September 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the community effort behind Walk for Epilepsy, recognising participants, donors and partners whose fundraising helps sustain epilepsy information, support services and research. The campaign brings Tasmanians together to raise understanding of epilepsy and back people and families affected by it.
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Epilepsy Community Awareness and Support
8 Sep 2023 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 September 2023
How
No one with epilepsy should go it alone, so why should you? Form a team with your family, friends or colleagues and take on the Walk together. Epilepsy Tasmania shared this opportunity to strengthen awareness, connection and support for people living with epilepsy and those around them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
18 Aug 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 August 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
28 Jul 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 July 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
10 Jul 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 July 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
19 Jun 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 June 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
10 May 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 May 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Campaign
19 Apr 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 April 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, bringing people together to walk, run or ride while building awareness and raising funds. Community participation helps support people living with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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New Launceston Office Welcomes Community
30 Mar 2023 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania opened its new Launceston premises at 2 Willis Street, creating a welcoming local place for people affected by epilepsy to connect with the organisation and its support services.
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Purple Month Lion Fundraiser
21 Mar 2023 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 March 2023
How
During Purple Month, Epilepsy Tasmania offered small lion toys through its shop to help the community show support for people living with epilepsy while raising funds for local services.
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Metro Bus Raises Epilepsy Awareness
6 Mar 2023 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited the community to photograph and share its Metro bus campaign, bringing epilepsy visibility into everyday Tasmanian streets and encouraging wider public conversation about the condition.
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Parliamentary Friends of Epilepsy launch
6 Mar 2023 Community Awareness Health Advocacy
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2023
How
The Parliamentary Friends of Epilepsy was launched to strengthen awareness and advocacy for Australians living with epilepsy. The event brought together parliamentary representatives, epilepsy organisations and community advocates, highlighting the importance of coordinated support and public understanding.
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Northern Carer Expo
10 Feb 2023 Events & Festivals Carer Support Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 February 2023
How
The Northern Carer Expo offered carers a free opportunity to access practical information, hear from guest speakers and connect with support organisations. Sessions covered the NDIS, advance care directives, palliative care, Services Australia and dementia, with space for peer connection and a light lunch for attendees.
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Walk for Epilepsy Registration Drive
2 Jan 2023 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 January 2023
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged individuals, businesses and teams to join the Walk for Epilepsy, building a community fundraising effort that supports people affected by epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Smart Australia Support Launch
23 Nov 2022 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 November 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted the launch of Epilepsy Smart Australia, a national partnership providing consistent, evidence-based information, tools and tailored support for people living with epilepsy and those who support them.
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Walk for Epilepsy Final Call
16 Sep 2022 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 September 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania reminded the community that there was still time to register for the Walk for Epilepsy, inviting workplaces and individuals to take part in a shared fundraising and awareness activity.
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Walk for Epilepsy Fundraising Begins
26 Aug 2022 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 August 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania launched its Walk for Epilepsy fundraising activity, inviting Tasmanians to donate or participate so the organisation could continue supporting people affected by epilepsy.
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Make March Purple National Campaign
31 May 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 May 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania joined epilepsy organisations nationwide for Make March Purple, raising awareness of the many forms and impacts of epilepsy while gathering support for research, education and services.
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Make March Purple School Awareness
9 May 2022 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 May 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used Epilepsy Awareness Month to challenge Tasmanians to Make March Purple and highlighted its Epilepsy Smart Schools training, helping schools better support students with epilepsy.
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Make March Purple Awareness Appeal
25 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2022
How
For Epilepsy Awareness Month, Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to Make March Purple and show solidarity with people whose lives are affected by epilepsy.
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Raising Funds Through Purple Month
25 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania explained how Make March Purple raises awareness and vital funds so it can continue helping Tasmanians with epilepsy and the people who care for them.
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Purple Month Builds Community Understanding
24 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used Make March Purple to explain the prevalence of epilepsy and invite the public to learn how to support people whose lives have been disrupted by seizures.
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Cuddly Critters Support Purple Month
22 Mar 2022 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania offered families a way to support Purple Month by purchasing cuddly toys, with an option to nominate a school or shelter to receive extra comfort toys.
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Recognising Epilepsy Support Networks
21 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 March 2022
How
During Epilepsy Awareness Month, Epilepsy Tasmania recognised the family, friends, schools and workplaces that support people with epilepsy, and invited the public to Make March Purple.
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Purple Month Supports Tasmanian Families
19 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared the uncertainty and anxiety surrounding seizures and diagnosis, then asked the community to Make March Purple to raise awareness and funds for its long-standing local support work.
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Purple Month Community Awareness Appeal
18 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared the broad reach of epilepsy across Tasmania and encouraged the community to take part in Make March Purple, increasing understanding and support.
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Awareness Funds Local Epilepsy Support
16 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania asked the community to Make March Purple, spreading understanding of epilepsy and raising funds to continue supporting Tasmanians with epilepsy and their supporters.
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National Make March Purple Partnership
13 Mar 2022 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania joined epilepsy organisations around Australia in Make March Purple, building lasting public discussion and change for people living with epilepsy and their families.
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Purple Campaign Raises Support Funds
11 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2022
How
Through Make March Purple, Epilepsy Tasmania joined a national effort to raise awareness and gather funds for epilepsy research, support and education.
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Purple Month Supports Tasmanians
11 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to Make March Purple during Epilepsy Awareness Month, showing support for people living with epilepsy and helping make the condition more visible.
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Purple Campaign Promotes Epilepsy Understanding
11 Mar 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Make March Purple to help people understand epilepsy’s life-changing effects and to raise support for research, education and community services.
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Purple Month Promotes School Training
11 Mar 2022 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania combined its Make March Purple call with information on Epilepsy Smart Schools training, encouraging community awareness and safer, more inclusive school support.
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Government House Epilepsy Reception
4 Mar 2022 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 March 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people living with epilepsy and their supporters to a free Epilepsy Awareness Month reception at Government House, creating a formal opportunity for recognition and community connection.
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Make March Purple Community Appeal
21 Feb 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 February 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited the public to Make March Purple during Epilepsy Awareness Month, increasing visible support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Purple Month Supports Epilepsy Community
15 Feb 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 February 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania called on Tasmanians to Make March Purple and show support for people living with epilepsy during Epilepsy Awareness Month.
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Upside Down Epilepsy Awareness Campaign
9 Feb 2022 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 February 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania launched an interactive Make March Purple activity, inviting Tasmanians to turn profile photos upside down and share how epilepsy has affected their lives to start a national conversation.
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Community Conversation About Support Animals
14 Jan 2022 Health & Wellbeing Wellbeing Programs
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 January 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people affected by epilepsy to share experiences of animals that provide comfort and stress relief, fostering peer connection around practical wellbeing supports.
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Seizure Response Dog Education
4 Jan 2022 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 January 2022
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared information about trained seizure response dogs and the assistance they can provide during and before seizures, increasing awareness of supports that can improve safety and independence.
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Brainwaves Community Information Newsletter
16 Dec 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 December 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania released the final 2021 edition of its Brainwaves e-newsletter, sharing information and updates with the epilepsy community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Fundraiser
9 Dec 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 December 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited donations and participation in Walk for Epilepsy, connecting fundraising with practical support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Local Businesses Back Walk Fundraiser
3 Dec 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 December 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked local businesses Alchemy and The Beach House for prize support that encouraged weekend donations to Walk for Epilepsy and helped sustain support for the Tasmanian epilepsy community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Donation Drive
26 Nov 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 November 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the community to donate or join Walk for Epilepsy, raising funds for services for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Brainwaves Shares Peer Support Resources
19 Nov 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 November 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s Brainwaves newsletter shared peer support, a free SUDEP webinar and community updates, connecting people with useful education and support opportunities.
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Walk for Epilepsy Supports Services
12 Nov 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 November 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited donations and participation in Walk for Epilepsy to help support Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Walk for Epilepsy Service Fundraiser
29 Oct 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Walk for Epilepsy as a way for the community to fund services for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Community Joins Walk for Epilepsy
25 Oct 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged the public to donate or participate in Walk for Epilepsy, helping sustain local services for people living with epilepsy.
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Hospitality Partners Support Epilepsy Walk
18 Oct 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania partnered with Geronimo Aperitivo Bar and Restaurant and Wrest Point Hobart on a donation incentive for Walk for Epilepsy, raising support for the Tasmanian epilepsy community.
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Petrarchs Supports Walk for Epilepsy
18 Oct 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania partnered with Petrarch’s Bookshop on a registration incentive for Walk for Epilepsy, with the local business donating a voucher to help launch the community fundraiser.
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Walk for Epilepsy Fundraising Invitation
15 Oct 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania asked the public to donate or take part in Walk for Epilepsy, supporting services for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Workplaces Join Walk for Epilepsy
15 Oct 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people to involve workplaces, schools and friends in Walk for Epilepsy, expanding community participation in fundraising and awareness.
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Fundraising Prizes Support Epilepsy Services
11 Oct 2021 Sponsorship & Funding Event Sponsorship
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 October 2021
How
A generous donor provided Apple products as fundraising incentives, helping Epilepsy Tasmania encourage community participation and raise support for people living with epilepsy.
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Walk Fundraiser Apple Watch Incentive
8 Oct 2021 Sponsorship & Funding Event Sponsorship
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania offered an Apple Watch fundraising incentive for Walk for Epilepsy participants, encouraging people to raise money for the epilepsy community.
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Walk for Epilepsy Community Fundraiser
8 Oct 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted its flexible 25-day Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to move in their own way while raising awareness and support for people facing seizures, isolation and stigma.
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Walkers Build Epilepsy Support Fund
6 Oct 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked early Walk for Epilepsy participants and donors, noting that funds would support community resources, research and people living with epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Smart Workplace Training
5 Oct 2021 Education & Training Skills Development
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 October 2021
How
During WorkSafe Month, Epilepsy Tasmania promoted workplace training that helps staff understand seizures, reduce stigma and create more inclusive workplaces for employees and customers with epilepsy.
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Walk Fundraising Prize Incentives
1 Oct 2021 Sponsorship & Funding Event Sponsorship
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 October 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked fundraisers with donated Apple prizes and explained that all donations would fund research, support, information and resources for people living with epilepsy.
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Twenty Five Faces of Epilepsy
26 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania introduced Walk for Epilepsy ambassadors from around Australia and committed to sharing their stories, helping people understand the varied realities of living with epilepsy.
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Community Thanks Walk for Epilepsy Participants
24 Sep 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked hundreds of early Walk for Epilepsy participants and explained that funds would support families and epilepsy research across Australia.
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Richmond Puzzle Fundraising Event
22 Sep 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted a Richmond jigsaw challenge featuring entertainment, food, raffles and pre-loved puzzles, bringing people together to support the epilepsy community.
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Fathers Day Competition Builds Awareness
20 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s QR-code competition placed epilepsy awareness questions in local businesses around Tasmania. The winning entry highlighted the need for continued public education, with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys providing the prize.
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Families Invited to Walk Together
17 Sep 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited families and friends to join Walk for Epilepsy, creating a visible community of support for people living with epilepsy.
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Seeking Faces of Epilepsy Stories
13 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people living with epilepsy from all backgrounds to share their experiences for the Faces of Epilepsy campaign, reducing myths, stigma and isolation through lived experience.
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Team Nilla Joins Epilepsy Walk
10 Sep 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 September 2021
How
Team Nilla prepared to take part in Walk for Epilepsy, adding its support to a community fundraiser for people affected by epilepsy.
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Walk for Epilepsy Virtual Launch
1 Sep 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania opened registrations for the virtual Walk for Epilepsy, allowing people to contribute in their own time and way while raising funds and awareness nationwide.
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Flick the Bean Community Fundraising
1 Sep 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s Launceston team thanked Flick the Bean Coffee for its major March fundraising effort and presented a plaque recognising the business’s contribution to awareness and local support.
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Animal Epilepsy Awareness Education
1 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared information that animals can experience epilepsy too, broadening community understanding of seizures and encouraging interest in the condition.
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Brainwaves Connects Epilepsy Community
1 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s Brainwaves newsletter brought together funding news, school training, staff updates, fundraising, events and practical resources for the local epilepsy community.
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Fathers Day QR Awareness Competition
1 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania placed QR codes in businesses across Hobart and Launceston for a Father’s Day competition, creating a fun local route to epilepsy awareness and engagement.
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Community Stories Challenge Epilepsy Stigma
1 Sep 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania sought 25 people to share their epilepsy journeys through Walk for Epilepsy, ensuring diverse experiences inform the public and reduce misunderstanding and stigma.
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National Walk for Epilepsy Partnership
1 Sep 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania partnered with epilepsy organisations across Australia to launch a nationwide virtual Walk for Epilepsy, inviting people to walk, run, swim or cycle for awareness and support funds.
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Mount Barrow Challenge Fundraiser
24 Aug 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 August 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked Fit n Kicking for organising the Mount Barrow Challenge, where every dollar raised would support Tasmanians affected by epilepsy through an active community event.
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Richmond Puzzle Challenge Fundraiser
20 Aug 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 August 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted The Puzzle People’s Richmond jigsaw challenge, with competition, food, raffles and puzzle sales raising funds to support Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Celebrating Epilepsy Support Networks
16 Aug 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 August 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people to recognise the friends and family members who provide lifts, companionship and reassurance after seizures, strengthening conversation about everyday support.
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Flo-Jo Story Raises Epilepsy Awareness
11 Aug 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 August 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used flo-jo story raises awareness to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Climate Change and Brain Health Awareness
9 Aug 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 August 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used climate change and brain health awareness to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Vaccine Eligibility Information for Families
30 Jul 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about vaccine eligibility information for families. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Support for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
23 Jul 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about for drug-resistant. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Sharing Stories of Seizure First Aid
22 Jul 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used sharing stories of seizure first aid to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Inviting Local Epilepsy Stories
19 Jul 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used inviting local stories to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Catamenial Epilepsy Health Information
16 Jul 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about catamenial health information. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Understanding Different Types of Seizures
12 Jul 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about understanding different types of seizures. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Edward Lear Epilepsy History
5 Jul 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used edward lear history to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Recognising Tasmania’s Epilepsy Community
1 Jul 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 July 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used recognising tasmania’s to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Seizure First Aid Awareness
23 Jun 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about seizure first aid awareness. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Sharing Research on SUDEP Risk
23 Jun 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about sharing research on sudep risk. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Global Epilepsy Community Connection
23 Jun 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used global connection to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Donations Support Families Facing Epilepsy
23 Jun 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used donations families facing to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Neurologist Supports Local Epilepsy Services
22 Jun 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used neurologist s local services to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Brainwaves Newsletter Supports Tasmanians
18 Jun 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used brainwaves newsletter s s to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Guidance on Epilepsy Diagnosis
18 Jun 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about guidance on diagnosis. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Puzzle Challenge Fundraiser Announcement
16 Jun 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used puzzle challenge fundraiser announcement to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Burn Safety Information for Seizures
14 Jun 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about burn safety information for seizures. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Statewide Face-to-Face Epilepsy Support
14 Jun 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used statewide face-to-face to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Seizure Proofing Homes for Burn Safety
9 Jun 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about seizure proofing homes for burn safety. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Atonic Seizure Education and First Aid
4 Jun 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 June 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about atonic seizure education and first aid. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Mount Barrow Challenge Fundraiser
28 May 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used mount barrow challenge fundraiser to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Celebrating volunteer contributions
25 May 2021 Volunteer Support Volunteer Recognition
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 May 2021
How
This National Volunteer Week message recognised the significant contribution of Australia’s almost six million volunteers. It celebrated the time, care and effort volunteers give to strengthen communities and support the work of organisations such as Epilepsy Tasmania.
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Public Epilepsy Disclosure Reduces Stigma
19 May 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used public disclosure reduces stigma to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Volunteer Artwork Donation Supports Epilepsy
19 May 2021 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised volunteer contribution through volunteer artwork donation s. Celebrating people who give their time, skills and generosity strengthens community connection and acknowledges the practical role volunteers play in sustaining support for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Plain English Epilepsy Information Partnership
18 May 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used plain english information partnership to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Board Volunteer Celebrated During Volunteer Week
17 May 2021 Volunteer Support Board & Governance
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised volunteer contribution through board volunteer celebrated during volunteer week. Celebrating people who give their time, skills and generosity strengthens community connection and acknowledges the practical role volunteers play in sustaining support for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Brainwaves Shares Local Epilepsy Updates
7 May 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used brainwaves shares local updates to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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National Epilepsy Needs Survey
4 May 2021 Community Awareness Community Research
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 May 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used national needs survey to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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School Health Education for Epilepsy
30 Apr 2021 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used school health education for to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Mental Health Podcast Resources Shared
28 Apr 2021 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about mental health podcast resources shared. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Practical Epilepsy Self-Management Tips
23 Apr 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about practical self-management tips. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Medication Side Effects Information Shared
21 Apr 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about medication side effects information shared. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Open Gardens Epilepsy Community Event
16 Apr 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought people together through open gardens event. The activity created a welcoming opportunity for the community to connect, learn about epilepsy and show practical support for Tasmanians living with the condition. Funds and awareness generated through events like this help sustain local support and education.
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Starting Conversations About Epilepsy Stigma
15 Apr 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used starting conversations about stigma to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Starry Starry Night Art Auction
13 Apr 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used starry starry night art auction to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Online Art Auction Supports Services
7 Apr 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used online art auction s services to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Geneva Christian College Goes Purple
6 Apr 2021 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used geneva christian college goes to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Tasmanian Author Donates Artwork for Auction
5 Apr 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used author donates artwork for auction to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Devonport Students Raise Epilepsy Awareness
2 Apr 2021 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used devonport students raise awareness to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Epilepsy Awareness Work Continues
2 Apr 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used awareness work continues to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Purple Community Activity for Awareness
2 Apr 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used activity for awareness to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Burnie Students Raise Funds and Awareness
1 Apr 2021 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 April 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used burnie students raise funds and awareness to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Thanking Burnie School Epilepsy Supporters
31 Mar 2021 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used thanking burnie school ers to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Seizure First Aid Course and Resources
30 Mar 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about seizure first aid course and resources. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Starry Starry Night Purple Party
29 Mar 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought people together through starry starry night party. The activity created a welcoming opportunity for the community to connect, learn about epilepsy and show practical support for Tasmanians living with the condition. Funds and awareness generated through events like this help sustain local support and education.
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Finding Purple Awareness Inspiration
26 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used finding awareness inspiration to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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National Make March Purple Livestream
26 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used national make march livestream to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Community Purple Artwork Challenge
26 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used artwork challenge to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Starry Starry Night Purple Party Fundraiser
25 Mar 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought people together through starry starry night party fundraiser. The activity created a welcoming opportunity for the community to connect, learn about epilepsy and show practical support for Tasmanians living with the condition. Funds and awareness generated through events like this help sustain local support and education.
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Artists Support Epilepsy Art Auction
24 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used artists art auction to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Hobart Goes Purple for Epilepsy
23 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used hobart goes for to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Explaining Important Epilepsy Terms
23 Mar 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about explaining important terms. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Learning Common Seizure Types
23 Mar 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about learning common seizure types. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Brainwaves Epilepsy Newsletter
22 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used brainwaves newsletter to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Make March Purple Epilepsy Quiz
19 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used make march quiz to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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School and Workplace Purple Fundraising
19 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used school and workplace fundraising to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Local Donations Sustain Epilepsy Services
19 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used local donations sustain services to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Karaoke Fundraising for Epilepsy Support
19 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used karaoke fundraising for to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Conversation Tackles Epilepsy Isolation
18 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used conversation tackles isolation to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Paint and Sip Fundraising Classes
17 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used paint and sip fundraising classes to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Dispelling Common Epilepsy Myths
16 Mar 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about dispelling common myths. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Fundraising Goal Tracker for Purple Month
15 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used fundraising goal tracker for month to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Purple Hair Fundraising and Awareness
15 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used hair fundraising and awareness to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Partner Campaign Promotes Epilepsy Awareness
14 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used partner campaign promotes awareness to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Purple Makeup Starts Epilepsy Conversations
14 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used makeup starts conversations to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Recognising Epilepsy Health Care Advocates
14 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Awards & Recognition
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used recognising health care advocates to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Open Garden Raffle Supports Epilepsy
14 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used open garden raffle s to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Community Fundraising Ideas for Epilepsy
14 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used fundraising ideas for to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Flick The Bean Epilepsy Smart Partnership
14 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used flick the bean smart partnership to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Make March Purple Awareness Month
14 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used make march awareness month to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Alyce Shares Her Epilepsy Story
7 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used alyce shares her story to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Epilepsy Reading Resources for Children
5 Mar 2021 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used reading resources for children to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Schools Make March Purple
5 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used schools make march to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Movie Night Fundraising for Epilepsy
5 Mar 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used movie night fundraising for to invite community support for its local services. By turning a shared activity into fundraising and conversation, the organisation helped build awareness of epilepsy while generating support for Tasmanians and families seeking information, advice and connection.
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Year-Round Epilepsy Awareness and Support
5 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used year-round awareness and to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Purple Month Fundraising Ideas
5 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used month fundraising ideas to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Epilepsy Reading List for Families
5 Mar 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared clear, practical information about reading list for families. The post helps people living with epilepsy, their families and carers better understand the condition, consider safety and wellbeing, and know when to seek individual advice. Accessible health education can make daily life with epilepsy safer and less isolating.
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Purple Month Community Recipe Activity
5 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used month recipe activity to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Purple Email Footer Awareness Resource
4 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used email footer awareness resource to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Purple Month Epilepsy Wordsearch
4 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used month wordsearch to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Katrina Porter’s Epilepsy Advocacy Story
4 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used katrina porter’s advocacy story to encourage informed conversation and community participation around epilepsy. Sharing information, local opportunities and lived experience helps reduce stigma, improves understanding and makes it easier for Tasmanians living with epilepsy and their supporters to feel connected to help.
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Government House Purple Month Community Event
3 Mar 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought people together through government house month event. The activity created a welcoming opportunity for the community to connect, learn about epilepsy and show practical support for Tasmanians living with the condition. Funds and awareness generated through events like this help sustain local support and education.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
1 Mar 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 March 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Make March Purple through simple purple-themed activities, community fundraising and shared stories. The campaign helps make epilepsy more visible, starts supportive conversations and builds understanding of people living with epilepsy.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
26 Feb 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 February 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Make March Purple through simple purple-themed activities, community fundraising and shared stories. The campaign helps make epilepsy more visible, starts supportive conversations and builds understanding of people living with epilepsy.
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Government House Garden Tour Fundraiser
24 Feb 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 February 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted a guided Government House garden tour and morning tea during Epilepsy Awareness Month. The community fundraiser paired a welcoming local experience with practical fundraising, directing proceeds to services and support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Government House Garden Tour Fundraiser
12 Feb 2021 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 February 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted a guided Government House garden tour and morning tea during Epilepsy Awareness Month. The community fundraiser paired a welcoming local experience with practical fundraising, directing proceeds to services and support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Hobart Art Studio Fundraises for Epilepsy
10 Feb 2021 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 February 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted a Hobart art studio’s paint-and-sip classes raising funds for the organisation. The local partnership gave adults a social creative activity while generating support for services that assist Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Family Movie Event Supports Epilepsy Tasmania
1 Feb 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 February 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought a family-friendly outdoor movie event to the community, creating an affordable chance for local people to gather, play and enjoy a shared experience. Proceeds from the event helped fund support and services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
29 Jan 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 January 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Make March Purple through simple purple-themed activities, community fundraising and shared stories. The campaign helps make epilepsy more visible, starts supportive conversations and builds understanding of people living with epilepsy.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
27 Jan 2021 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 January 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Make March Purple through simple purple-themed activities, community fundraising and shared stories. The campaign helps make epilepsy more visible, starts supportive conversations and builds understanding of people living with epilepsy.
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Family Movie Event Supports Epilepsy Tasmania
15 Jan 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 January 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought a family-friendly outdoor movie event to the community, creating an affordable chance for local people to gather, play and enjoy a shared experience. Proceeds from the event helped fund support and services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Family Movie Event Supports Epilepsy Tasmania
13 Jan 2021 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 January 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought a family-friendly outdoor movie event to the community, creating an affordable chance for local people to gather, play and enjoy a shared experience. Proceeds from the event helped fund support and services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Seizure First Aid Education for Communities
7 Jan 2021 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 January 2021
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared practical seizure information and free resources, encouraging families, schools and workplaces to learn how to respond safely. Building seizure confidence and epilepsy awareness helps create more inclusive everyday environments for people living with epilepsy.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
24 Dec 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 December 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Promoting Inclusion for People With Disability
7 Dec 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 December 2020
How
For International Day of People with Disability, Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged workplaces and communities to listen, plan and make adjustments so people with disability can belong and participate. The post amplified inclusive practices that matter to people living with epilepsy.
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Accessible Annual General Meeting Invitation
3 Dec 2020 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 December 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited its community to participate in its Annual General Meeting either in person or online. Offering a Zoom option alongside an in-person meeting made it easier for members and supporters to engage in the organisation’s governance during COVID-19 restrictions.
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Seizure First Aid Education for Communities
25 Nov 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 November 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared practical seizure information and free resources, encouraging families, schools and workplaces to learn how to respond safely. Building seizure confidence and epilepsy awareness helps create more inclusive everyday environments for people living with epilepsy.
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Police Charity Ride Supports Epilepsy Services
20 Nov 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 November 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania joined supporters at the Police Charity Bike Ride and shared that it would receive part of the funds raised. The ride brought communities together across Tasmania and generated practical financial support for people affected by epilepsy.
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EEG Information Shared With Epilepsy Community
20 Nov 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 November 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared accessible information about EEG testing, helping its community understand a common tool used to investigate epilepsy and brain conditions. Clear health information can help people and families feel better prepared to discuss diagnosis and care.
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Accessible Annual General Meeting Invitation
16 Nov 2020 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 November 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited its community to participate in its Annual General Meeting either in person or online. Offering a Zoom option alongside an in-person meeting made it easier for members and supporters to engage in the organisation’s governance during COVID-19 restrictions.
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Seizure First Aid Education for Communities
7 Nov 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 November 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared practical seizure information and free resources, encouraging families, schools and workplaces to learn how to respond safely. Building seizure confidence and epilepsy awareness helps create more inclusive everyday environments for people living with epilepsy.
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Seizure First Aid Education for Communities
7 Nov 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 November 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared practical seizure information and free resources, encouraging families, schools and workplaces to learn how to respond safely. Building seizure confidence and epilepsy awareness helps create more inclusive everyday environments for people living with epilepsy.
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Volunteers Raise Funds at Bunnings
21 Oct 2020 Volunteer Support Event Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked volunteers and local supporters who ran a Bunnings sausage sizzle, including a generous local butcher. Their time, energy and donated supplies turned a community barbecue into funds that help the organisation support people living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
19 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Energy Audit Strengthens Epilepsy Tasmania Services
16 Oct 2020 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 October 2020
How
With help from TasNetworks and Sustainable Living Tasmania, Epilepsy Tasmania completed an energy audit and began acting on its recommendations. Reducing its operating footprint allows more resources to be directed toward support and services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
16 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
16 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
15 Oct 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
14 Oct 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
13 Oct 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
12 Oct 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
9 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
9 Oct 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
8 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Volunteers Raise Funds at Bunnings
7 Oct 2020 Volunteer Support Event Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked volunteers and local supporters who ran a Bunnings sausage sizzle, including a generous local butcher. Their time, energy and donated supplies turned a community barbecue into funds that help the organisation support people living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
5 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
2 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
2 Oct 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanian Schools Join Purple Knitting Challenge
1 Oct 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 October 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanian schools to take part in its purple Finger Knitting Challenge, providing simple learning resources and encouraging participants to share their creations. The activity gave students a practical, creative way to raise epilepsy awareness in their school communities.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
25 Sep 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Make March Purple Awareness Campaign
25 Sep 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanians to take part in Make March Purple through simple purple-themed activities, community fundraising and shared stories. The campaign helps make epilepsy more visible, starts supportive conversations and builds understanding of people living with epilepsy.
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Tasmanian Schools Join Purple Knitting Challenge
24 Sep 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanian schools to take part in its purple Finger Knitting Challenge, providing simple learning resources and encouraging participants to share their creations. The activity gave students a practical, creative way to raise epilepsy awareness in their school communities.
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Schools Recognised for Finger Knitting Challenge
22 Sep 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked schools across Tasmania for joining its Finger Knitting Challenge. The creative school activity brought students together to make purple displays, start conversations about epilepsy and build understanding of the experiences of people living with the condition.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
18 Sep 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Epilepsy awareness in Tasmanian schools
18 Sep 2020 Education & Training School Awareness Programs
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 September 2020
How
Epilepsy awareness activities in Tasmanian schools helped students and school communities better understand epilepsy and respond with confidence. The initiative supports safer, more inclusive learning environments by building practical awareness and reducing misconceptions.
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Schools Rewarded for Purple Awareness Challenge
15 Sep 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated schools taking part in the Finger Knitting Challenge and awarded spot prizes for their shared efforts. By inviting school communities to create and post purple projects, the campaign made epilepsy visible and encouraged young people to learn about inclusion.
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Schools Support Epilepsy Awareness Activities
11 Sep 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared school community participation in its epilepsy awareness activities. Highlighting local students and schools helped recognise their contribution while extending conversations about epilepsy, understanding and inclusion to families and wider school communities.
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Tasmanian Schools Join Purple Knitting Challenge
11 Sep 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanian schools to take part in its purple Finger Knitting Challenge, providing simple learning resources and encouraging participants to share their creations. The activity gave students a practical, creative way to raise epilepsy awareness in their school communities.
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Tasmanians Invited to Walk for Epilepsy
4 Sep 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people across the state to walk, run, ride, swim or wheel as part of Walk for Epilepsy. The flexible event connected participants around a shared awareness and fundraising goal, helping sustain support for Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Schools Rewarded for Purple Awareness Challenge
4 Sep 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated schools taking part in the Finger Knitting Challenge and awarded spot prizes for their shared efforts. By inviting school communities to create and post purple projects, the campaign made epilepsy visible and encouraged young people to learn about inclusion.
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Family Movie Event Supports Epilepsy Tasmania
1 Sep 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 September 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought a family-friendly outdoor movie event to the community, creating an affordable chance for local people to gather, play and enjoy a shared experience. Proceeds from the event helped fund support and services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Walk for Epilepsy
28 Aug 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Community Fundraising
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 August 2020
How
The Walk for Epilepsy invited individuals and teams across Australia to raise funds and awareness for people living with epilepsy. An online format enabled participants to set their own goals, create fundraising pages and take part in a way that suited them, while a Facebook community offered connections and practical tips.
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Sharing Migraine and Headache Education
27 Aug 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted free online education during Migraine and Headache Awareness Week, noting that seizures can leave some people with ongoing headaches or migraines. Connecting people with specialist information supports informed conversations about symptoms and care.
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Mental Health Week Encourages Community Check-Ins
25 Aug 2020 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Tasmanians to check in with friends, neighbours and their own wellbeing during Mental Health Week. The message promoted connection, listening and early support, reinforcing that mental health is an important part of community wellbeing.
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Family Movie Event Supports Epilepsy Tasmania
21 Aug 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania brought a family-friendly outdoor movie event to the community, creating an affordable chance for local people to gather, play and enjoy a shared experience. Proceeds from the event helped fund support and services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Schools Support Epilepsy Awareness Activities
19 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared school community participation in its epilepsy awareness activities. Highlighting local students and schools helped recognise their contribution while extending conversations about epilepsy, understanding and inclusion to families and wider school communities.
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Tasmanian Schools Join Purple Knitting Challenge
19 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanian schools to take part in its purple Finger Knitting Challenge, providing simple learning resources and encouraging participants to share their creations. The activity gave students a practical, creative way to raise epilepsy awareness in their school communities.
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Campbell Town School Joins Purple Challenge
19 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 August 2020
How
Campbell Town District High School took part in Epilepsy Tasmania’s Finger Knitting Challenge. The school’s participation brought students together in a creative purple display that helped raise awareness of epilepsy in their community.
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Purple Month Awareness Amid Social Distancing
19 Aug 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 August 2020
How
At the close of Purple Month, Epilepsy Tasmania shared a video about continuing epilepsy awareness and fundraising during self-isolation and social distancing. The campaign kept the community connected around epilepsy despite restrictions on usual events.
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Purple Month Encourages Ongoing Epilepsy Support
19 Aug 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people to keep sharing epilepsy awareness messages after Purple Month ended. By inviting friends and families to help challenge stigma, the campaign supported more open and inclusive attitudes toward people living with epilepsy.
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School finger-knitting challenge
19 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Community Activities
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 August 2020
How
Campbell Town District High School took part in a finger-knitting challenge as a creative community activity supporting epilepsy awareness. Student participation helped build connection and encouraged schools to contribute to a wider cause through an accessible, hands-on initiative.
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Schools Rewarded for Purple Awareness Challenge
14 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated schools taking part in the Finger Knitting Challenge and awarded spot prizes for their shared efforts. By inviting school communities to create and post purple projects, the campaign made epilepsy visible and encouraged young people to learn about inclusion.
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Schools Support Epilepsy Awareness Activities
13 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared school community participation in its epilepsy awareness activities. Highlighting local students and schools helped recognise their contribution while extending conversations about epilepsy, understanding and inclusion to families and wider school communities.
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Student Volunteers Support Purple Month
11 Aug 2020 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 August 2020
How
During National Student Volunteer Week, Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated sisters Esther and Heidi, who gave their time to raise money at school during Purple Month. Their efforts brought epilepsy awareness into their school community while supporting services for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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UTAS Students Support Epilepsy Awareness
7 Aug 2020 Volunteer Support Skilled Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised UTAS student volunteers Oscar and Ivy during National Student Volunteer Week. The students helped the organisation produce its WorkSafe Month television advertisement, contributing their time and skills to promote safer, more informed communities.
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Students Staff Disability Expo Information Stall
7 Aug 2020 Volunteer Support Event Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 7 August 2020
How
UTAS students Oscar and Zoe supported Epilepsy Tasmania at its information stall at the National Disability Expo in Hobart. By helping staff engage visitors, they helped make epilepsy information and support more visible to the disability community.
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Schools Join Finger Knitting Awareness Challenge
6 Aug 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited Tasmanian schools to take part in the Finger Knitting Challenge, using purple craft displays and social media to raise awareness of epilepsy among students. The activity gave school communities a creative way to learn, participate and show support.
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Epilepsy and Oral Health Education
5 Aug 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 August 2020
How
During Dental Health Week, Epilepsy Tasmania shared practical information about seizure-related dental injuries and medication side effects. The post encouraged people to tell their dentist about epilepsy and promoted seizure first-aid training for Epilepsy Friendly Workplaces.
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Seizure Proof Home Safety Resources
4 Aug 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 August 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania directed people to its Seizure-Proof Your Home infographic and wider information resources. By offering practical safety advice and personal support, the organisation helped families reduce risks at home and manage epilepsy with greater confidence.
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Volunteer appreciation
30 Jul 2020 Volunteer Support Volunteer Recognition
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 July 2020
How
This appreciation message thanked Epilepsy Tasmania’s volunteers for the time and energy they contribute. Recognising volunteers highlights the essential role of community participation in delivering awareness, fundraising and support activities.
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Stress Management Support for Epilepsy
23 Jul 2020 Health & Wellbeing Wellbeing Programs
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 July 2020
How
For Lifeline Stress Down Day, Epilepsy Tasmania shared ways people affected by epilepsy can manage stress, identify seizure triggers and prepare personal management plans. Staff also offered direct help, recognising the pressure epilepsy can place on individuals, carers, families and colleagues.
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Hotel Goes Purple for Epilepsy Day
21 Jul 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 July 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the Launceston Hotel Grand Chancellor’s Purple Day participation. The hotel’s purple display created a visible local show of support that helped bring epilepsy awareness to the wider community.
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Workplace Wellbeing and Epilepsy Support
20 Jul 2020 Health & Wellbeing Wellbeing Programs
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 July 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used Stress Down Day to encourage workplaces to prioritise employee wellbeing. The organisation linked this message to its Epilepsy Friendly Workplaces program, which helps businesses create safer and more supportive environments for people who may experience seizures.
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Training and Support Options Explained
9 Jul 2020 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 July 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania social worker and Education and Training Coordinator Shirley explained the organisation’s training and support options for people with epilepsy and those around them. The video helped Tasmanians understand where to find practical assistance at school, work and home.
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Understanding Epilepsy Related Memory Challenges
2 Jul 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 July 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania explained how seizures, medication, disrupted sleep and cognitive overload can affect memory. Sharing this information helped people recognise a common but often overlooked impact of epilepsy and understand why tailored support and planning can matter.
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School Community Honours Jack’s Memory
1 Jul 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 July 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania CEO Wendy attended a school assembly celebrating the life of Jack, a much-loved student who had epilepsy. School staff raised a donation to help other Tasmanians with epilepsy, and the gathering recognised the care shown by Jack’s family, friends and teachers.
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School Extends Finger Knitting Challenge
22 Jun 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 June 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked Campbell Town District High School for its Finger Knitting Challenge efforts and extended the activity so students could continue crafting at home. The project maintained connection and epilepsy awareness while students were learning remotely.
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Burn Prevention Advice for Seizure Safety
19 Jun 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 June 2020
How
During National Burns Awareness Month, Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted everyday burn risks during seizures and directed households to its Seizure-Proof Your Home resource. The advice helped people assess hazards around hot drinks, cooking, fires and hot water.
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Survey Shapes Ongoing Epilepsy Connections
19 Jun 2020 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 June 2020
How
After successful weekly phone catch-ups, Epilepsy Tasmania asked people affected by epilepsy how they wanted to stay connected as restrictions eased. The survey gave the community a voice in shaping future connection and support opportunities.
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Community Invited to Support Epilepsy Services
17 Jun 2020 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 June 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania outlined ways local people could give back through volunteering, donations, fundraising or becoming a Friend. The invitation connected community participation with the ongoing support and information available to Tasmanians living with epilepsy.
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Community fundraiser for epilepsy support
12 Jun 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Community Fundraising
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 June 2020
How
Supporter Reuben Hollick organised a fundraiser for Epilepsy Tasmania, demonstrating how individuals can help raise awareness and resources for people living with epilepsy. The initiative reflects the valuable role of community-led fundraising in sustaining local support services.
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Expert Podcast Supports School Communities
8 Jun 2020 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 June 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania CEO Wendy Groot contributed expert knowledge to a teacher podcast about epilepsy, its impact on learning and the responsibilities of school staff. The discussion helped educators better support students with epilepsy and respond safely to seizures.
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Reuben’s Winter Fundraiser for Epilepsy
5 Jun 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 June 2020
How
Reuben Hollick launched a winter fundraiser for Epilepsy Tasmania, inviting supporters to grow a beard or add a purple streak while raising money and awareness. Drawing on his own experience of epilepsy, he aimed to help children who live with seizures every day.
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Family Group Learns About Atonic Seizures
3 Jun 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 June 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s Family and Friends group shared clear information about atonic seizures, including their symptoms, risks and links with childhood epilepsy syndromes. The organisation invited families to seek further information, supporting safer and better-informed care.
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Workplace Friends Receive Epilepsy Training
29 May 2020 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 May 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited workplaces to become Workplace Friends and offered training, seizure first-aid posters and practical resources. The initiative helped businesses prepare staff to respond to seizures and show customers and employees that epilepsy inclusion matters.
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EOFY Business Fundraising Challenge Launches
27 May 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 May 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania launched an end-of-financial-year challenge encouraging workplaces to raise funds through donations, merchandise and other activities. The campaign gave businesses a practical way to support epilepsy services while bringing colleagues together around a local cause.
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Volunteers Recognised During National Volunteer Week
15 May 2020 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 May 2020
How
During National Volunteer Week, Epilepsy Tasmania thanked its volunteer Friends alongside the millions of Australians who give their time. The recognition celebrated volunteers as people who strengthen communities and help extend support to those affected by epilepsy.
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Purple Walking Fundraiser Builds Community Support
13 May 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 May 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people to wear purple while walking, share photos and make a small donation. The light-hearted fundraiser created an accessible way for people and pets to show support, raise awareness and help sustain epilepsy services.
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Seizure Safety Training for Workplaces
13 May 2020 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 May 2020
How
On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Epilepsy Tasmania promoted seizure-specific workplace training and free first-aid posters. The resources help businesses prepare staff to respond safely and build Epilepsy Friendly Workplaces for employees and visitors.
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Remote Epilepsy Support Continues During COVID
13 May 2020 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 May 2020
How
While staff worked from home to reduce COVID-19 spread, Epilepsy Tasmania reassured Tasmanians that support remained available by phone, online, video chat and peer connection. The organisation kept families connected at a time when isolation and uncertainty were high.
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Epilepsy Services Adapt to COVID Safety
13 May 2020 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 May 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania moved staff to home-based work in line with health advice to reduce COVID-19 transmission in Tasmania. The change protected the wider community while allowing the organisation to continue its work for people affected by epilepsy.
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Seizure Proofing Homes During Isolation
13 May 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 May 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people spending more time at home to make their surroundings safer for seizures. This practical safety message supported households to identify and reduce everyday risks while routines were disrupted during the pandemic.
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Purple Lights Raise Epilepsy Awareness
13 May 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 May 2020
How
Throughout Purple Month, Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged buildings to light up purple and invited people to share photos using PurpleLightsTas. The public display helped make epilepsy more visible and opened conversations about a condition affecting more than 20,000 Tasmanians.
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Virtual Purple Day Connects Community
24 Apr 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 April 2020
How
For Purple Day, Epilepsy Tasmania offered virtual ways to participate safely, including a live question session with health professionals and at-home purple activities. The event kept people connected, answered questions and sustained epilepsy awareness during COVID-19 restrictions.
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Purple Month Adapts During COVID
26 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania continued Purple Month awareness activities in ways that suited COVID-19 restrictions. The campaign showed that Tasmanians could still have fun, connect and stand with people living with epilepsy while staying safe.
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COVID Information for Epilepsy Community
25 Mar 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania answered common questions about COVID-19, seizure risks and medicine availability, while inviting people to contact the organisation for support. The information helped people with epilepsy and their families navigate a fast-changing and worrying period.
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Tag the Turtle Fundraiser Supports Services
25 Mar 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted its Tag the Turtle Purple Day fundraising activity, offering supporters a chance to win a local accommodation experience. The campaign used a fun community challenge to build awareness and raise funds for epilepsy support.
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Virtual Purple Day Activities and Support
24 Mar 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 March 2020
How
When COVID-19 postponed the Open Garden fundraiser, Epilepsy Tasmania created virtual Purple Day activities and a live session with medical specialists. The organisation kept people connected and informed while planning to reschedule fundraising for education, services and support.
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Purple Day Seizure First Aid
23 Mar 2020 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 March 2020
How
Ahead of Purple Day, Epilepsy Tasmania taught the community how to respond when someone has a seizure and provided a free first-aid poster. The resource made essential safety information easier for households, schools and workplaces to access.
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Purple Month Donations Sustain Local Support
20 Mar 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 March 2020
How
As events were cancelled during Purple Month, Epilepsy Tasmania asked the community to make one-off or regular donations. The appeal linked local giving directly to support for people in the community who live with epilepsy.
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Brainwaves Updates Community on Purple Month
20 Mar 2020 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used its Brainwaves e-news to reassure the community that Purple Month planning was continuing while health advice was monitored. The update helped people affected by epilepsy stay informed during the early uncertainty of COVID-19.
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COVID Answers for People With Epilepsy
20 Mar 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 20 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania published answers to questions about COVID-19 and epilepsy, helping people understand health concerns during the pandemic. The resource gave the epilepsy community a trusted place to find current information and seek reassurance.
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Purple Month Community Awareness Campaign
19 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people to share fundraising events, personal stories and purple photos during Purple Month. The campaign helped supporters amplify epilepsy awareness among friends and family and encouraged more open conversation about the condition.
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Workplace Fundraisers Support Epilepsy Community
19 Mar 2020 Sponsorship & Funding Program Funding
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged workplaces to hold Purple Month fundraisers, including virtual events, and to consider matching staff contributions. The initiative gave businesses a practical way to raise awareness and help fund support for people living with epilepsy.
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Pollies Go Purple Builds Public Support
17 Mar 2020 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged local politicians to Go Purple and use their public platforms to support people living with epilepsy. The Pollies Go Purple initiative sought to reduce stigma and give Purple Day a stronger voice across the community.
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Riley’s Voice Raises Epilepsy Awareness
16 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared Riley’s words about the uncertainty of living with epilepsy and directed the community to its My Journey stories and podcast. Giving lived experience a public platform helped others understand the condition and feel less alone.
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Isa Celebrated for Epilepsy Fundraising
15 Mar 2020 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked Isa for her ongoing fundraising and recognised staff who helped with merchandise for her latest efforts. The post celebrated a community member whose commitment helps raise both funds and visibility for epilepsy.
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My Journey Exhibition in Launceston
13 Mar 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited the Launceston community to its My Journey photo-story exhibition, creating space for people to see and better understand the lived experience of epilepsy.
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Community Invited to Share Epilepsy Stories
13 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people to share their epilepsy journeys during Purple Month. By amplifying personal stories, the campaign helps others feel less alone and challenges stigma around epilepsy.
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School Joins Finger Knitting Challenge
13 Mar 2020 Community Awareness School Programs
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated Campbell Town District High School beginning its underwater-themed Finger Knitting Challenge, engaging students in a creative Purple Month activity that raises epilepsy awareness.
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Purple Month Shares Epilepsy Awareness
13 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used Purple Month to share that epilepsy affects many familiar public figures as well as people across Tasmania. The simple awareness message invited supporters to pass on the information and help make epilepsy less misunderstood.
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Purple Merchandise Supports Epilepsy Awareness
13 Mar 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited schools, workplaces and businesses to wear or sell purple merchandise during Purple Month. The activity builds public understanding of epilepsy while raising funds for local support services.
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Scots Memorial Church Goes Purple
13 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted Scots Memorial Church lighting up purple for Epilepsy Awareness Month, helping make epilepsy visible in the wider community and opening conversations about the condition.
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Brainwaves Shares Purple Month Activities
11 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania used its Brainwaves newsletter to share local Purple Month activities and ways Tasmanians could take part, keeping the community connected to epilepsy awareness and support opportunities.
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Economic Burden Report Raises Awareness
9 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Community Research
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 March 2020
How
As part of the Epilepsy Australia collaboration, Epilepsy Tasmania shared new research on the economic impact of epilepsy in Australia. The report gives the community evidence of the condition’s reach and supports informed discussion of better support.
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Government House Purple Month Morning Tea
6 Mar 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania organised a Purple Month morning tea and guided Government House gardens tour, inviting people to gather, learn about epilepsy and support the local epilepsy community.
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Purple Lights Campaign Invites Councils
6 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged community members to ask their councils to light local landmarks purple for Purple Month and National Epilepsy Awareness Day, providing information to help advocates make the case.
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Purple Month Workplace Fundraising Ideas
6 Mar 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited workplaces, schools, daycares and community groups to hold purple morning teas and baking fundraisers. The campaign gives local communities practical ways to raise awareness and sustain epilepsy services.
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Amber Shares Her Epilepsy Story
5 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared Amber’s account of her first seizure at school, diagnosis and treatment. Her story helps families and young people recognise the realities of childhood epilepsy and reduces isolation through greater understanding.
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Public Figures Support Purple Month
4 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania called on community members to invite influential people to support Purple Month publicly. The campaign uses visible advocacy to challenge misconceptions, discrimination and stigma surrounding epilepsy.
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Purple Month Community Activities Open
2 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania launched Purple Month by inviting people to create local awareness activities, register events and involve schools in the Finger Knitters Challenge. The initiative helps communities start conversations about epilepsy.
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Purple Month Community Photo Campaign
1 Mar 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 March 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania ran a Purple Month photo competition, inviting people to share their purple moments and explain why epilepsy awareness matters to them. The campaign encourages creative community participation and personal advocacy.
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Brainwaves Previews Epilepsy Awareness Advertising
28 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared its latest Brainwaves newsletter, including a preview of a television advertisement planned for Purple Month. The newsletter connected supporters with upcoming awareness activity and local information.
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Community Connected for Purple Month
28 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited supporters to follow its social channels and stay informed about Purple Month events and activities. Building this network helps more Tasmanians find ways to participate in epilepsy awareness.
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Purple Merchandise Funds Local Support
28 Feb 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Purple Month merchandise for workplaces, schools and businesses to sell and wear. Sales provide a visible awareness tool while helping generate funds for the organisation’s local support work.
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Purple Month Volunteers Sought Statewide
28 Feb 2020 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania sought volunteers in Launceston and Hobart to help deliver Purple Month activities. Community volunteers make it possible to run local awareness and fundraising events that connect people affected by epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Smart Schools Resources Promoted
28 Feb 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged schools to become Epilepsy Smart, sharing resources to help students and staff understand epilepsy. The program supports safer, more inclusive learning environments for students living with the condition.
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Science Advocate Recognised on Board
24 Feb 2020 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania recognised board member Dr Lila Landowski during the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Her medical research, science communication and board contribution provide a visible role model for young women and strengthen the organisation’s community leadership.
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Epilepsy Economic Impact Report Released
19 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Community Research
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared Epilepsy Australia’s report on the economic burden of epilepsy, highlighting its prevalence across age, gender and location. The research supports greater public understanding of why epilepsy services and advocacy matter.
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International Epilepsy Day Research Shared
17 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Community Research
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 February 2020
How
For International Epilepsy Day, Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted national research and the issues faced by people with epilepsy, their families and carers. Sharing the report helps bring evidence and lived impact into public conversation.
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Purple Month Fundraising Events Encouraged
14 Feb 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited supporters to plan cupcake stalls, barbecues, morning teas and other Purple Month fundraisers. Registered community events raise awareness of epilepsy and help sustain local support services.
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Purple Month Community Organisers Sought
13 Feb 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania called for people to run awareness events and sell merchandise during Purple Month. Local organisers help extend the campaign into workplaces and communities while raising funds for epilepsy support.
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Musicians Sought for My Journey Exhibition
11 Feb 2020 Volunteer Support Skilled Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania sought local musicians to donate background music for the opening of its My Journey photo-story exhibition in Launceston. Volunteer performers would help create a welcoming community event centred on understanding epilepsy.
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International Epilepsy Day Economic Research
10 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Community Research
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania marked International Epilepsy Day by sharing research on the number of Australians living with epilepsy and its economic cost. The information builds awareness of epilepsy as a significant community health issue.
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Government House Purple Month Gathering
10 Feb 2020 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited the community to a Government House gardens morning tea and tour during Purple Month. The gathering offered a welcoming way for friends and families to support epilepsy awareness together.
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Purple Month Awareness Ideas Invited
10 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people to plan their own Purple Month awareness or fundraising activity and register it online. The call empowers community members to create local conversations about epilepsy.
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National Epilepsy Awareness Day Announced
8 Feb 2020 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania launched plans for National Epilepsy Awareness Day and Purple Month, inviting the community to go purple and take part in upcoming activities. The campaign brings visible support to people living with epilepsy.
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Home Seizure Safety Checklist Shared
4 Feb 2020 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 February 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a home safety checklist to help people consider how safe their spaces are for someone who experiences seizures. Practical guidance can reduce everyday risks and support greater independence.
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Open Garden Fundraiser Tickets Available
30 Jan 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 January 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania opened ticket sales for its garden fundraiser, including a group discount to encourage people to attend together. The event raises funds while bringing the community together around epilepsy support.
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Purple Month Events Registration Opens
10 Jan 2020 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 January 2020
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people to register ideas and events for its major annual awareness and fundraising campaign. Early registration helps local communities organise activities that support epilepsy services.
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Formula 500 Driver Promotes Epilepsy
31 Dec 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 December 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted Formula 500 driver Adam Burr racing with the organisation’s logo. Supported by his family’s experience of epilepsy, the partnership raises awareness at speedway events and points people toward Tasmanian support services.
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Christmas Lights Safety for Epilepsy
21 Dec 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 December 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged Christmas light display owners to use still lighting so people with photosensitive epilepsy could safely enjoy festive displays. The simple accessibility message promotes inclusion in community celebrations.
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Open Garden Walk for Epilepsy
13 Dec 2019 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 December 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania announced it would host an Open Garden for Epilepsy walk as part of an inaugural celebration event. The activity brings people together to support epilepsy awareness and local fundraising.
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Brainwaves Newsletter Shares Local Information
11 Dec 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 December 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania made its latest Brainwaves e-newsletter available online, helping supporters access updates, resources and news about epilepsy in Tasmania.
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Christmas Donation Certificates Support Services
6 Dec 2019 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 December 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted gift donation certificates as a meaningful Christmas alternative. Community donations help fund the organisation’s work while giving supporters a way to recognise a cause important to someone they care about.
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Disability Inclusion Day Promoted
29 Nov 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 November 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared information about International Day of People with Disability and Tasmanian events celebrating the rights, wellbeing and contributions of people with disability. The post encouraged inclusive community participation.
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Business Tasmania Workplace Awareness Thanks
21 Nov 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 November 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked Business Tasmania for increasing awareness of epilepsy in workplaces. Recognition of workplace partners helps build safer, more informed environments for people affected by epilepsy.
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WorkSafe Expo Epilepsy Training Information
11 Nov 2019 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 November 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania attended the WorkSafe Expo to share workplace training and education information. The outreach helps employers understand epilepsy and create safer, more inclusive workplaces for staff and customers.
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WorkSafe Expo Workplace Training Outreach
5 Nov 2019 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 November 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people at the Launceston WorkSafe Expo to learn about workplace training. Providing practical education helps workplaces respond safely to seizures and support employees living with epilepsy.
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Veterans Connected to Epilepsy Peer Support
1 Nov 2019 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 November 2019
How
During Veterans’ Health Week, Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted its Epilepsy Connect peer-support service for veterans and family members affected by epilepsy. The service offers a way to talk with people who understand and reduce isolation.
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Community Board Members Invited
31 Oct 2019 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 31 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people to apply for board membership and help guide the organisation’s future. Bringing community and health-sector experience into governance strengthens representation for people affected by epilepsy.
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Board Vacancy Invites Community Leadership
28 Oct 2019 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania announced a board vacancy, inviting people to contribute their skills and lived connection to epilepsy to the organisation’s direction and community leadership.
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Children’s Week Disability Inclusion Awareness
25 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania marked Children’s Week by sharing the national campaign’s recognition of children’s talents, rights and contributions. The message supports inclusive communities for children living with epilepsy and disability.
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Epilepsy Smart Workplace Training Promoted
22 Oct 2019 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Epilepsy Smart Workplace Training and a free seizure first-aid poster during WorkSafe Month. The program helps staff and volunteers understand epilepsy, respond safely to seizures and reduce workplace discrimination.
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Brainwaves Newsletter Shares Epilepsy Updates
21 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania released its latest Brainwaves e-newsletter, providing supporters with accessible updates and information about the organisation’s epilepsy work.
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Brainwaves Connects Epilepsy Community
18 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 18 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people to read or subscribe to its free Brainwaves newsletter. Regular community updates help people affected by epilepsy stay connected to information, support and local news.
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Board Members Sought for Epilepsy Tasmania
17 Oct 2019 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 17 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania sought people with health, community-sector or lived epilepsy experience to guide the organisation over the next two years. The recruitment strengthens community representation in its governance.
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National Carers Week Epilepsy Recognition
15 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania marked National Carers Week by recognising unpaid carers and inviting people to share why they care for someone with epilepsy. The campaign makes caring roles more visible and values their contribution to community wellbeing.
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Seniors Connected Through Peer Support
11 Oct 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 October 2019
How
During Seniors Week, Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Epilepsy Connect, a confidential peer-support service for people with epilepsy and carers. Trained volunteers offer practical and emotional support, helping people feel understood and less alone.
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Mental Health Week Community Resources
9 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Mental Health Week and the statewide program of wellbeing activities, encouraging people affected by epilepsy to find connection, understanding and support in their communities.
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CEO Radio Interview Raises Awareness
4 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared a radio conversation between its CEO and Ultra 106.5FM, taking epilepsy information and discussion to a wider Tasmanian audience.
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Statewide Media Raises Epilepsy Awareness
3 Oct 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 October 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted television, radio and newspaper coverage that brought epilepsy issues into statewide public conversation. Media visibility helps more Tasmanians understand the condition and available support.
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Conference Insights Shared With Community
25 Sep 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 September 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared reflections from its CEO’s attendance at the International Epilepsy and Treatment Conference in Vienna. Bringing current international learning back to Tasmania supports informed local advocacy and services.
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Health Achievement Award Semi Finalists
13 Sep 2019 Community Awareness Awards & Recognition
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 13 September 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania announced it had reached the semi-finals of the Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards health category. The recognition celebrates the organisation’s contribution to health and disability support in Tasmania.
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Self Appreciation and Mental Health Support
12 Sep 2019 Health & Wellbeing Mental Health
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 September 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania linked Self Appreciation Day to the isolation, depression and anxiety that can affect people with epilepsy. It shared reflective wellbeing prompts to encourage self-care and connection.
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Youth Epilepsy Management Plan Support
11 Sep 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 September 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared information from its youth peer group about epilepsy management plans and offered free help to create or update one. Personalised plans help young people communicate their support needs at school, work and socially.
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Delivering Epilepsy Education Employment Priorities
11 Sep 2019 Education & Training Skills Development
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 September 2019
How
Responding to feedback from Tasmanians with epilepsy, Epilepsy Tasmania announced work to deliver education and employment opportunities. Acting on community priorities helps reduce barriers to participation and supports people to build skills, confidence and greater independence.
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Families Discuss Driving and Seizures
9 Sep 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 September 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared information from its families and carers group about driving and seizures. The guidance explains the challenges involved and directs people toward informed, individual advice and support.
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Disability Expo Community Connection
6 Sep 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 6 September 2019
How
At the Hobart Disability Expo, Epilepsy Tasmania spoke with visitors, shared awareness information and welcomed new Friends of the organisation. The team used the event to connect with people affected by epilepsy and related conditions.
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Hobart Disability Expo Community Conversation
30 Aug 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania welcomed Brett and his support person Sonia at the Hobart Disability Expo. Conversations at the event helped the team connect directly with people navigating epilepsy alongside brain injury and disability support needs.
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International Epilepsy Conference Attendance
29 Aug 2019 Education & Training Skills Development
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s CEO attended an international epilepsy conference in Vienna, connecting the organisation with contemporary research, treatment discussion and wider advocacy networks.
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Open Gardens Partnership Supports Epilepsy
29 Aug 2019 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted its partnership with Blooming Tasmania for Open Gardens for Epilepsy events and its involvement in the Flower and Garden Festival. The partnership brings community audiences together to raise awareness and funds.
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International Epilepsy Conference Participation in Vienna
29 Aug 2019 Education & Training Skills Development
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared an update from Vienna while attending an epilepsy conference. Participating in sector conversations helps the organisation stay connected to emerging knowledge and approaches that can strengthen support and advocacy for the Tasmanian epilepsy community.
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Wear It Purple Supports Inclusive Youth
27 Aug 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania promoted Wear It Purple Day and its aim of creating safe, supportive and empowering environments for rainbow young people. The message reinforces the organisation’s commitment to inclusive communities.
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MedicineWise Week Seizure Medication Education
24 Aug 2019 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 August 2019
How
During Be MedicineWise Week, Epilepsy Tasmania encouraged people to think about whether they are taking medicines correctly. Sharing medication-safety information helps people affected by epilepsy understand an important part of managing their health and reducing avoidable risks.
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Connecting at Hobart Disability Expo
24 Aug 2019 Events & Festivals Community Events
What Events & Festivals
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania attended Hobart’s Disability Expo and invited visitors to meet the team. The expo created an accessible place for people with epilepsy, families and carers to learn about support, make connections and find services within the disability community.
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Brain Injury Awareness Week Information
24 Aug 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 August 2019
How
For Brain Injury Awareness Week, Epilepsy Tasmania shared information about the range of factors that can contribute to epilepsy, including head injury, stroke, infections and genetic factors. Clear public education helps Tasmanians better understand neurological conditions and encourages informed conversations about brain health.
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Eight Ball Community Fundraiser Support
24 Aug 2019 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked the Southern Tasmanian 8 Ball Association and Hobart Workers Club for holding a fundraiser. Community-led fundraising brings people together while generating support for services and assistance for Tasmanians affected by epilepsy.
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Recognising Current Student Volunteer Contributions
21 Aug 2019 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked its student volunteers and highlighted the essential role volunteers play in sustaining charities. Their time and skills help the organisation continue reaching people affected by epilepsy and build a culture of community participation.
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Behind the scenes: filming a new video advertisement
12 Aug 2019 Community Awareness Awareness Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania’s CEO took part in filming a new video advertisement with Winning Post Productions. The behind-the-scenes activity supported the organisation’s public communications and its efforts to share information about epilepsy and the assistance available to the community.
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Health Wellbeing Survey for Tasmanians
9 Aug 2019 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 August 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania invited people with epilepsy, carers and supporters to complete a Health and Wellbeing survey. The organisation sought lived experience, ideas and priorities to guide discussions with government, health providers and local communities about issues that matter.
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Burn Safety Education for Epilepsy
9 Aug 2019 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 9 August 2019
How
For National Burns Awareness Month, Epilepsy Tasmania shared practical advice about the heightened risk of burns during a seizure. The organisation encouraged people to assess their homes and use seizure-proofing information to reduce risks and improve safety.
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Sleep Awareness Week Epilepsy Education
2 Aug 2019 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 2 August 2019
How
During Sleep Awareness Week, Epilepsy Tasmania shared information about the links between quality sleep, memory, learning and wellbeing. The post recognised that sleep can be a particular concern for people with epilepsy and encouraged practical awareness of healthy sleep.
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Brainwaves Newsletter Shares Community Information
29 Jul 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 29 July 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania released its Brainwaves e-newsletter and invited people to read it online or subscribe. Regular community information keeps people affected by epilepsy connected with news, resources and opportunities for support.
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Promoting Compassionate Care Through Conversations
25 Jul 2019 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 25 July 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania marked International #hellomynameis Day by sharing the campaign’s message about compassionate care and the importance of health workers introducing themselves. Promoting respectful communication supports better experiences for people navigating health services.
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Launceston Shared Office Community Hub
16 Jul 2019 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 16 July 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania offered spare space in its Launceston office for another organisation or local group. Sharing accessible workplace facilities can strengthen local connections and create practical opportunities for community organisations to work alongside one another.
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Celebrating Epilepsy Community Leadership Award
11 Jul 2019 Community Awareness Awards & Recognition
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 July 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania congratulated former Hobart support-group leader Scarlett Paige on recognition at the Golden Light Awards for her contribution to the epilepsy community. Celebrating lived-experience leadership acknowledges the people who make peer support possible.
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NDIS Access Survey for Community
11 Jul 2019 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 11 July 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania asked people with epilepsy and carers to complete a survey about NDIS eligibility and access. The responses help the organisation understand changing experiences and focus its advocacy and support efforts where they are most needed.
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Sharing SUDEP Awareness Health Information
8 Jul 2019 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 8 July 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared information about Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, explaining this serious and often misunderstood issue. Providing clear health information helps people with epilepsy, families and carers access knowledge relevant to their wellbeing and care conversations.
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Memory Impacts of Epilepsy Education
3 Jul 2019 Health & Wellbeing Health Education
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 July 2019
How
On I Forgot Day, Epilepsy Tasmania explained how seizures, medication, sleep disruption and cognitive load can affect memory for people with epilepsy. Sharing this information validates lived experience and helps the wider community understand challenges that may not be visible.
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Statewide Epilepsy Nurse Support Service
28 Jun 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 June 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted the work of its nurse, Emma, who travels across the state to help people affected by epilepsy access epilepsy-related support. This outreach brings specialist guidance closer to Tasmanians who may otherwise face distance or service barriers.
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Thanking St Virgils Community Supporters
21 Jun 2019 Community Support Partnerships
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 21 June 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked St Virgil’s for a fantastic community morning. Recognising local supporters builds relationships that help raise awareness and create welcoming opportunities for people to engage with the epilepsy community.
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Nurse Supports Family Seizure Planning
14 Jun 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 14 June 2019
How
After a mother sought help for her teenage son’s increased seizures, Epilepsy Tasmania nurse Emma met the family to provide information and develop a plan. She discussed medication routines, screen time and sleep, introduced a seizure diary and reminders app, and helped secure a neurology referral. Follow-up showed the family was feeling more confident and things had improved.
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LifeMinder Support Builds Family Confidence
12 Jun 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 June 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania supported a single mother after her first seizure, which had occurred in front of her children. Nurse Emma demonstrated LifeMinder, a device that detects a fall from a tonic-clonic seizure and alerts nominated contacts. The support helped the family feel more relaxed and strengthened the mother’s confidence and independence at home.
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Launceston Office Space for Community
3 Jun 2019 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 June 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania offered spare space in its new Launceston office, including a shared meeting room, conferencing facilities, Wi-Fi, equipment and parking. Opening the hub to others provides practical community infrastructure and opportunities for local organisations to connect.
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Brainwaves Shares New Community Initiatives
30 May 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 May 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania published a Brainwaves newsletter covering a busy month and new initiatives in development. Keeping Friends and supporters informed helps the epilepsy community remain connected to evolving services, activities and ways to participate.
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Celebrating Friends of Epilepsy Tasmania
30 May 2019 Community Support Community Recognition
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 May 2019
How
Esther and Heidi were recognised as special Friends of Epilepsy Tasmania. The acknowledgement celebrates community supporters whose encouragement and involvement help strengthen the organisation’s connection with people affected by epilepsy.
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National Volunteering Week Community Recognition
24 May 2019 Volunteer Support Community Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 24 May 2019
How
During National Volunteering Week, Epilepsy Tasmania recognised the generous contribution volunteers make in communities. Acknowledging volunteers helps celebrate the people whose time and commitment support charities and community services.
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Advocating Against Epilepsy Isolation Discrimination
22 May 2019 Governance Advocacy & Representation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 22 May 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared survey findings showing isolation and discrimination were major challenges for people with epilepsy and their carers. Bringing these experiences into public view supports advocacy for more inclusive communities and services.
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Surveying Discrimination and Isolation Experiences
3 May 2019 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 3 May 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared previous survey findings that many Tasmanians affected by epilepsy had experienced discrimination or isolation, then invited people and carers to contribute to a new survey. Listening to lived experience strengthens advocacy and helps identify where support is needed.
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LifeMinder Demonstrations for Seizure Safety
1 May 2019 Health & Wellbeing Disability Support
What Health & Wellbeing
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 May 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania explained how LifeMinder can detect a fall associated with a tonic-clonic seizure, alert nominated contacts and enable two-way voice communication. By offering demonstrations, the organisation helped people explore technology that can support safety, confidence and independence.
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Building Epilepsy Community Resource Library
26 Apr 2019 Community Support Community Infrastructure
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 26 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania asked the community to recommend useful books about epilepsy for its library. Inviting lived-experience recommendations helps build a more relevant shared resource for people seeking information, understanding and support.
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Purple Month Community Campaign Wrap Up
23 Apr 2019 Community Awareness Community Media
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 23 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania released a Brainwaves newsletter wrapping up the month Tasmania turned purple for epilepsy awareness. Sharing the campaign’s outcomes helps recognise community participation and keeps supporters connected to awareness activity.
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Opening Employment Conversations Through Television
19 Apr 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 19 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared an episode of Employable Me featuring Jake, who has epilepsy and is seeking work using his mechanical skills. The post invited people to discuss their own experiences finding employment with epilepsy, helping bring employment barriers into community conversation.
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Consulting on Epilepsy Connect Expansion
15 Apr 2019 Governance Community Consultation
What Governance
Where Hobart, TAS
When 15 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania asked the community how Epilepsy Connect could grow beyond telephone support, including whether people would prefer a Facebook group chat or online discussion group. Consulting service users helps shape more accessible ways for people to connect and receive support.
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Tasmania Turns Purple for Epilepsy
12 Apr 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 12 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania looked back on Purple Month 2019, when councils, businesses, media outlets and community organisations across Tasmania turned purple to raise epilepsy awareness. The campaign thanked the many participants whose support made epilepsy more visible in the community.
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Businesses Fundraise During Purple Month
10 Apr 2019 Community Support Fundraising Events
What Community Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania thanked businesses and volunteers who supported fundraising during Purple Month 2019. Their participation brought local communities together, raised awareness of epilepsy and generated funds that help sustain support services.
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Purple Month fundraising highlights
10 Apr 2019 Sponsorship & Funding Community Fundraising
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 10 April 2019
How
This reflection recognised businesses and volunteers who helped Epilepsy Tasmania fundraise during Purple Month 2019. Their collective participation demonstrates how local organisations and community members can contribute resources and visibility to epilepsy support and awareness.
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Purple Month Volunteers and Participants Recognised
5 Apr 2019 Volunteer Support Event Volunteering
What Volunteer Support
Where Hobart, TAS
When 5 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the participants and volunteers who went purple during Purple Month 2019. Their involvement helped spread epilepsy awareness and showed the collective community effort behind the campaign.
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Bruny Island Support Education Visit
4 Apr 2019 Education & Training Community Education
What Education & Training
Where Hobart, TAS
When 4 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania CEO Wendy Groot visited Bruny Island to meet local people and discuss the organisation’s support and education options. Taking information directly to a regional community helps people affected by epilepsy learn about available assistance and reduces barriers created by distance.
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Hobart Landmark Turns Purple Awareness
1 Apr 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 1 April 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania shared the Railway Roundabout in Hobart lit purple during March for national Epilepsy Awareness Month. The visible public display helped spark conversation and make epilepsy awareness part of the city’s shared community landscape.
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Southern Midlands Goes Purple Awareness
30 Mar 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania highlighted the Southern Midlands Council building going purple to raise awareness of epilepsy. This public show of support helped extend Purple Month across Tasmania and made the campaign visible to local residents and visitors.
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Flick the Bean all-day fundraiser
30 Mar 2019 Sponsorship & Funding Business Fundraising Partnerships
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2019
How
Flick the Bean Coffee hosted an all-day fundraiser at its coffee stalls in support of Epilepsy Tasmania. The business invited customers to pay what they wished, with proceeds donated to epilepsy services, while staff also contributed their wages for the day.
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Flick the Bean fundraiser details
30 Mar 2019 Sponsorship & Funding Business Fundraising Partnerships
What Sponsorship & Funding
Where Hobart, TAS
When 30 March 2019
How
Flick the Bean Coffee’s fundraiser invited customers to make pay-what-you-will donations at its Goderich Street and High Street coffee stalls in Launceston. With staff donating their wages and the previous event raising $3,906, the campaign aimed to generate further support for epilepsy services.
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Interweave Artist Supports Purple Month
28 Mar 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 28 March 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania featured Rita from Interweave Arts in Launceston, who went purple to raise awareness of epilepsy. Her participation showed how local artists and community spaces can help make disability and health awareness more visible and inclusive.
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ABC Hobart Goes Purple for Epilepsy
27 Mar 2019 Community Awareness Public Campaigns
What Community Awareness
Where Hobart, TAS
When 27 March 2019
How
Epilepsy Tasmania celebrated the ABC building in Hobart going purple for epilepsy awareness during Purple Month. The prominent display helped raise public visibility of epilepsy and demonstrated local support for the awareness campaign.
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