Changing the way Aotearoa responds to concussion and brain injury - together.
Concussion and brain injury are really common. The right knowledge and support leads to better outcomes.
A new brain injury occurs every 11 mins in NZ
Early response leads to better outcomes
Concussion is everyone's responsibility
We connect those impacted by concussion and brain injury with information, education, and support.
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Trusted advice, answers to questions, and connections to the right support in local communities, so no one has to navigate recovery alone.
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Volunteer-led monthly gatherings where people share experiences, support each other, and build confidence.
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Learning modules informed by the latest research and lived experience to help people adapt and live well after concussion or brain injury.
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For people whose disability prevents them from using public transport, Headway provides assessments on behalf of Auckland Transport for subsidised door‑to‑door taxi services.
We provide training and education about concussion and brain injury.
We deliver concussion and brain injury training so communities better recognise, respond to and support concussion and brain injury.
We’ve been supporting Kiwis with brain injury for over 45 years
Since 1981, we’ve been supporting people and whānau across Tāmaki Makaurau through connection, education, and advocacy.
We’re a voice for change in how we respond to brain injuries
- RNZ
- 12 Jun 2026
Education needed alongside any law change
Headway, who led the fight against the Run It events last year, is pleased to see a move towards legislation but says that legislation alone is not enough. Education must go hand in hand with any law change.
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- Journal
- 23 Apr 2026
Brain Health After Contact Sport
Last year, Headway partnered with AUT, University of Auckland, and Dementia Northern to carry out the Brain Health After Contact Sport Survey. Our aim was simple but critical – to hear directly from the community.
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- RNZ
- 20 Mar 2026
Expert Feature: Everything you need to know about concussion
Headway advisory board member, Professor Alice Theadom, joined Jesse Mulligan on RNZ’s Afternoons to talk all things concussion.
Read MoreDiary of a Head Injury - short film
Watch this multi award-winning 7-minute doco sharing Nick Worthington’s powerful personal experience of brain injury. Through a moving and creative lens, it helps make the invisible visible – offering a valuable tool for building understanding of what can’t always be seen.
