A Global Vision
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a unique organisation with a bold vision. Not only do we offer services that make a real difference in the day-to-day lives of people with cerebral palsy, but we also support Australian and international research efforts to prevent and cure cerebral palsy.
Our Research Foundation
Launched in 2005, the Research Foundation of Cerebral Palsy Alliance has developed an international reputation as a world leader in cerebral palsy research. Our goal is to raise a sustainable funding pool of $50 million to fund the world's best and brightest minds until the answers to prevent and cure cerebral palsy are found.
Meet Professor Nadia Badawi
In 2009, Cerebral Palsy Alliance was instrumental in appointing Professor Nadia Badawi to the first Chair of Cerebral Palsy in Australia. The position is funded by the Macquarie Group Foundation.
Professor Badawi is an internationally recognised neonatologist with extensive experience working in the field of cerebral palsy.
Meet Professor Nadia Badawi
A Breakthrough is Possible
'For decades we thought that cerebral palsy was a non-preventable and incurable condition. I think that the time has come for us to change our way of thinking' - Professor Badawi.
Until recently, most people believed that major brain damage could not be reversed. Medical experts now recognise that the brain is much more adaptable - 'plastic' - than once thought. This new understanding has the potential to revolutionise the treatment of people with cerebral palsy.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance has undertaken a landmark global study which identified critical areas of cerebral palsy research including: Genetics, Infection and Viruses, Blood Disorders, Predictors in Pregnancy, Brain Repair, Interventions/Management and research Tools.
We are focusing on these priority areas which have the potential for the most impact, on the most people, in the shortest time.
Find out more on the Research Foundation of Cerebral Palsy Alliance website.
