MS Int'l Federation

MSIF’s vision is a world without MS. Our mission is to bring the world together with urgency, to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of everybody affected by MS, and to end MS forever. ✨ Read more in our 2023-2027 global strategy here. 📝👉 msintfederation.org/OurStrategy

🌎MSIF visited MS organisations in Central America to connect with local leaders. The visit gave an insight into MS care within Honduras and Guatemala, including complex health systems, barriers to treatment, and the importance of greater MS awareness.👉 msintfederation.org/47fOolu

🌍 Our Wellness practices and complementary therapies guide is now available in six languages! Thanks to the amazing efforts of our member organisations, you can download it in English, Spanish, Arabic, French, Dutch, and Portuguese. 📥 msintfederation.org/4j6OAql #HealthyLiving

Five of the MSIF McDonald Fellows presented research at #ECTRIMS2025, a reflection of the fellowship’s impact in supporting emerging scientists. Learn more and apply before the deadline here. 👉 msintfederation.org/4n59etH #MSResearch #McDonaldFellowships

MSIF’s Global Networking Meetings were a fantastic opportunity for shared learning. 🌍 Ben Davis from Canada shared an important initiative on MS prevention during the meetings. We spoke with Ben to hear more about his experience. 📹👇 #MSIFLondon

Meenakshi Nandakumar from India attended MSIF’s Global Networking Meetings for the first time this year. In this short interview, she reflects on the power of connection and celebrates the meaningful relationships built over the three days. 🤝Hear from Meenakshi.👇 #MSIFLondon

Dimitra Kalogianni from Greece is a Board Member of MSIF and Chair of the People with and affected by MS Expert Group. In this video, she reflects on the key takeaways from MSIF’s Global Networking Meetings and the power of unity across the global MS movement. 💬 #MSIFLondon

🌿 Living well with MS: Global wellness resources MSIF has brought together a new collection of resources to support people with MS in living healthier, more balanced lives. 🧘♀️✨ Read more and discover the global collection of wellness tools here. 👉 msintfederation.org/3J9xBqU

As part of their 2025 #WorldMSDay campaign, MS Australia developed a comprehensive wellness booklet — a trusted, evidence-based guide to support people in making lifestyle choices that promote wellbeing. 💪 Read more about this and other resources. 👉 msintfederation.org/3J9xBqU

Asociación de Lucha Contra la Esclerosis Múltiple (ALCEM) in Argentina has been accepted as an MSIF Associate member. ✨ ALCEM's regional experience & their outreach to people with limited resources and in geographically isolated communities offer value and insight. 👏 🤩

Fundación Esclerosis Multiple Amor (FEMA) in Honduras has been accepted as an MSIF Associate member.✨ As a member, FEMA can share their experience in advocacy and service provision and bring a deeper understanding of the challenges facing MS communities in Central America. 👏 🌎

🎥 Last week at MSIF’s Global Networking Meetings, we caught up with Herbert Temmes, MSIF Board Member from Germany. Herbert shared what he values most about connecting with colleagues across the global MSIF movement. 🌍 Watch his reflections in the video. 👇 #MSIFLondon

Last week was MSIF’s annual Global Networking Meetings #MSIFLondon. It was an important opportunity for MSIF members to come together, share ideas and learn from eachother. ✨ We spoke to Andrea Prato, Board Member of MSIF to find out more about her experience. 📹👇

Dr Evelin Heck is an MS researcher from Argentina who recently completed an MSIF McDonald Fellowship, investigating EBV & MS, under the supervision of Professor Francisco Quintana. 🔬 👉 Step into the lab to hear about her journey & future plans: msintfederation.org/4nJYwIV

Rehabilitation is a vital part of MS care — helping people maintain independence, manage symptoms, and improve quality of life. 🧩 In this article we share a resource from the @mssociety exploring what to expect from rehabilitation care. Read more. 👉 msintfederation.org/4n9t4CT

Today was the final day of our global networking meetings at #MSIFLondon. We have heard updates from the MSIF movement, engaged in meaningful strategic discussions, and looked ahead to 2026 and beyond. 🚀Thank you everyone who joined, in person and online.☺️#MSIFLondon2025

2025 Charcot Award winner Professor Ludwig Kappos gave a presentation about his lifelong research at #MSIFLondon. 👨‍🔬🧪 Over the lasts 40 years this research has helped set standards across clinical trial methodology, imaging, and treating MS. 🏆🔬 #MSIFLondon2025 #MSResearch

The #MSIFLondon2025 Annual General Meeting gave a summary of financial developments. The results of the Board of Trustees election were announced and delegates thanked retiring Board member Klaus Høm from @Sclerose_dk for his 10 years of service at MSIF. 🏅 🤝#MSIFLondon

Today marks the final day of our Global Networking Meetings at #MSIFLondon. 💫We began the morning with an insightful fundraising workshop featuring presentations about giving trends, attracting new audiences, and more. It was an inspiring session filled with lively discussion.💡

Approximately 30% of women living with MS are currently experiencing or have gone through menopause. Managing menopausal symptoms effectively is crucial for maintaining overall well-being. Learn more 👉 msintfederation.org/4qaBY5I #WorldMenopauseDay

Last night, we officially welcomed participants of MSIF’s Global Networking Meetings to London with a welcome dinner. 🍽️✨ MSIF CEO Lydia Makaroff and Chair Mario Battaglia opened the evening with inspiring words about collaboration & connection. 🌍 #MSIFLondon2025