A Brisbane medical research institute, which translates innovation into practical support for Australia’s military veterans, is this year remembering 20 years of life-changing work.
Gallipoli Medical Research (GMR) has its defence connection at the heart of what they do by being based at the former war and repatriation hospital, now Greenslopes Private Hospital, in the city’s inner south-east.
The institute’s research directly addresses contemporary health issues among veterans, their families and the wider community.
In the lead-up to its 20-Year Anniversary Fundraising Gala, at Brisbane City Hall on November 1, GMR CEO Miriam Kent said the organisation’s goal was to translate research into practical tools and programs for better community health outcomes.
“Our research investigates the unique physical, mental and social health impacts of military service,” Ms Kent said.
“We then translate our research into tools and programs co-designed with veterans to ensure they reflected lived experience and lead to effective interventions.”
She said the November gala, which aimed to raise at least $100,000 on the evening to support pioneering veteran health research, was an opportunity to honour GMR’s pioneering research and the support that had shaped two decades of discovery and impact.
On the night, keynote speaker Daniel Alan Keighran VC, will share reflections from his service in Afghanistan and his belief in GMR’s mission to support and improve veteran health.
“Leaders from all levels of government will also take the stage to acknowledge GMR’s contributions to Australia’s research landscape,” Ms Kent said.
Limited tickets are still available, but those who miss out, or can’t attend, can still contribute through a direct donation, or by buying a ticket in a special raffle which features a major prize of a $12,000 South Sea pearl bracelet by Margot McKinney.
