MS: Busting the Myths
MSNZ is involved with various national and international events to raise funds to support those affected by multiple sclerosis in Aotearoa, including:
Each year, Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand runs a nationwide campaign to increase awareness of multiple sclerosis, a chronic condition affecting more than 4800 people in Aotearoa New Zealand. We aim to empower people with knowledge, advocate for better access to treatments and assist people to live well with MS.
This year we are launching a new 3-year campaign, focussing on recognising the early symptoms of multiple sclerosis and highlighting ‘Time Matters in MS’. The campaign seeks to educate people about the possible early symptoms so that more individuals can recognise the signs, take action and get a timely diagnosis.
Head to our dedicated ‘Time Matters in MS: Awareness Week Campaign’ page to find out more.
As a member of the MS International Federation (MSIF), MSNZ is proud to be involved with World MS Day which is officially marked on 30 May each year.
World MS Day is the only global awareness raising campaign for Multiple Sclerosis. Every year, the MS movement comes together to provide the public with information about Multiple Sclerosis and how it affects the lives of more than two million people around the world.
The theme for 2024 is My MS Diagnosis. The My MS Diagnosis campaign advocates for early and accurate diagnosis for everyone living with MS. It highlights the global barriers to diagnosing MS, raising awareness by sharing real stories and data. We are calling for better MS training for healthcare professionals, new research, and clinical advancements in MS diagnosis. Together we are building informed, caring communities and systems that support people diagnosed with MS.
Every five minutes someone, somewhere in the world is diagnosed with MS. This animation, created by MSIF, is about navigating an MS diagnosis. It explores the challenges people face in search of answers and why the right diagnosis matters so much. The animation features the real voices of people living with MS across the globe. Listen to Jonathan, Rayan, Leonardo, Kanya and Jessica share their diagnosis stories.
Please get in touch, if you would like to share your MS diagnosis story.
MSNZ is thrilled to announce that we have once again been selected as a masthead charity for the 2025 Bangers to Bluff 12-day car rally, organized by the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay (Inc). This exciting annual event not only supports MSNZ but also several other deserving charities, with over $400,000 raised for good causes in the past nine years!
Help Us Make a Difference!
We invite you to be part of this incredible journey by sponsoring our team, ‘Keep Smyelin’. Our goal is to raise $20,000 to improve the lives of those impacted by multiple sclerosis in Aotearoa New Zealand. Your support can make a significant impact!
‘Keep Smyelin’ are taking to the road in their banger, below. We have every confidence it will make it all the way to Bluff, travelling 2,300kms, without any flat tyres, broken fan belts or empty fuel tanks……unlike previous years bangers!
To support our fundraiser and for further information see our dedicated Bangers to Bluff page or follow the event via our Facebook event page.
Why not join us on this exciting adventure by sponsoring our banger?
Download our sponsorship proposal, and get in touch today!
We’d love to have you on board.
Bangers to Bluff 2024 Media Coverage
Alongside the incredible funds the event raises for MS organisations, the event is a vehicle for awareness. 2024’s event saw us achieve significant national media coverage, highlighting MS and those affected. Click on the ‘Media Coverage’ link below to read the articles!
We’d like to give a shout out to all of our sponsors for Bangers to Bluff 2024. Your sponsorship means a lot to us, thank you.
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