The Lucy De Luis Memorial
Many of you may remember the story of beautiful Lucy DeLuis, who tragically passed away from influenza in Western Australia last year when she was just 2 years old.
Lucy's parents have bravely shared her story with the world in the hopes that more families will understand the seriousness of influenza and the importance of vaccinating.
Every year, 5-10 Australian children die from influenza, and is currently the most common vaccine-preventable death. But we CAN change this!
WINNER : Jacqueline Weiss
Our judges loved how this picture portrayed a real sense of love and protection while Dad was getting his #flushot with his daughter looking on, fascinated.
Our recipient Jacqueline will receive the $1000 prize and the image will be featured on our website.
A big thanks to our guest judges who had a very tough job as there were so many inspiring entries!
Our judges include:
▪Lori Lay from Noted – who kindly offered to donate her time and graphic design skills to design the posters for this award which were displayed on social media & in immunisation clinics.
▪Jill Promoli from For Jude, For Everyone – not only is Jill one of the world’s leading community advocates for influenza vaccination after her son died tragically died from influenza, she also happens to be a brilliant photographer.
▪Samantha Carlson from the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases at Telethon Kids Institute
▪Julia Whaanga, Child Health Nurse & member of our online volunteer platform
▪Kat Hossen, Director of the Immunisation Foundation of Australia
▪The DeLuis family
From the bottom of our hearts, we are so grateful to all of our amazing entrants who filled up our newsfeeds with the #ForLucy and #ProtectEachOther hashtags. Your positive, beautiful and honest images are a reminder to all that immunisation is all about protecting ourselves, our loved ones, and our communities. An important reminder at this challenging time in the world.
All our love to the DeLuis family – may Lucy’s legacy continue to shine.💜
FIrst Runner-Up : Alecia Robertson
Our judges loved this image because it radiates positivity – everyone is so relaxed and smiling, and it's lovely to see such an adorable Elsa so happy about having her #flushot!
Second Runner-Up :
Our judges loved this image because it's a very honest and raw depiction of how some people feel about getting vaccinated! It's great to see someone overcome their fears and have a #flushot to protect themselves, their patients & the community.
Third Runner-Up: BIANCA CUrrie
This image of a girl bravely having her #flushot while holding an image of Lucy DeLuis moved our judges - it's a touching tribute to a young girl who was clearly loved by many.
