BIAT is a voice for brain injury in Tasmania.

The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania is the peak body for people living with or affected by brain injury across the state.
How can BIAT assist me? →Learn more →
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Brain Injury Awareness Week 2020

The theme for BIA Week in 2020 is "Brain Injury in the Community" →

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BIAT and COVID-19

Read BIAT's statement and measures in response to the Coronavirus →

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How do I contact BIAT?

You can contact BIAT through our contact information, online form or social media →

About The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT)

BIAT is a non-government, state-wide, not-for-profit organisation working for people with acquired brain injury (ABI), their families and other stakeholders.

A major role of BIAT is to promote community awareness and understanding of acquired brain injury, in terms of both prevention and the impact of ABI on the lives of individuals, families and the broader community.

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Latest News and Events

June 8, 2021

Brain Injury Peer Support Groups - June 2021

Peer Support Meetings are being held in Hobart (8 June), Launceston (21 June) and Ulverstone (22 June). June Theme: Behaviours and Communication.

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May 7, 2021

In the news: Tassie must stand up for thousands with brain injury

"Government must ensure people aren’t left struggling for support" writes BIAT executive officer, Deborah Byrne, in this Talking Point article published in The Mercury Newspaper on Friday 7 May 2021.

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March 26, 2021

Research Opportunity: ABI and Social Cognition Study

Researchers at the University of Tasmania invite individuals with or without an acquired brain injury (ABI) to participate in a study about ABI and social cognition - how people process, store, and apply information about other people and social situations.

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Would you like further assistance or information on brain injury?

Contact us - The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT).

BIAT not only provides information for individuals, but also for family members, carers, service providers and the community in general, who are impacted by brain injury.

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Community Education

BIAT promotes brain injury prevention and safe behaviour through education programs and raises  community awareness around brain injury →

Brain Injury Assistance Card

BIAT can provide a Brain Injury Assistance Card if you have an acquired brain injury →

Peer Support Program

BIAT offers Peer Support Groups for people impacted by brain injury, and their families and carers →

Systemic Advocacy

BIAT looks at issues that impact on the lives of people with brain injury and their families, and lobbies government to affect change →