We are delighted and honoured to take over the roles as co-chairs of the European Life After Stroke Forum (ELASF) scientific committee. We would like to thank our predecessor, Professor Avril Drummond, for her dedication to the ELASF over the past four years, taking the event from an initial idea to a series of very successful webinars and two in-person meetings.   

Our vision is to continue to unite stroke voices from across Europe to collectively reduce the burden of life after stroke. It is our goal to provide a unique platform where healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers and those affected by stroke can come together to address the issues of life after stroke.      

The ELASF in Prague will feature a programme filled with the latest research and best practice, with the voices of people with lived experience at its heart. With this mix of knowledge and real-life stories we want to inspire and motivate our attendees, and ultimately empower them to make impactful changes in their countries. Together, we will drive the improvement of life after stroke care and support across Europe forward.  

Professor Anita Arsovska, 
Co-chair, European Life After Stroke Forum Scientific Committee 

Dr Nicola Hancock, 
Co-chair, European Life After Stroke Forum Scientific Committee