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Motor Neurone Disease NZ is the only charity focused on improving quality of life, funding research and campaigning for people affected by motor neurone disease (MND) in New Zealand.
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Our charity was built on the ethos of helping people affected by motor neurone disease – it’s the cornerstone of all that we do. If you or a loved one has motor neurone disease, we’re here for you.
News & events
Call for data collection: Newshub interview with Paul
Ally Barton, once an active hiker and gym goer, was diagnosed with MND at just 34, one…
First New Zealander on Tofersen: Newshub interview with Jimmy
This week TV3's Newshub shared a piece on Jimmy King, the first New Zealander with MND to…
Motor Neurone Disease: investigational drug granted accelerated approval
Trapped inside a body that no longer works, unable to speak, move or, eventually, breathe. People with…
Beth Watson and MND NZ
There are many people who have contributed to MND NZ over its past decades, but possibly none…
Mt Kilimanjaro Trek 2025
Embark on the momentous trek up Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to help support people living with MND….
Free financial fitness online programme
Independent Living Services' Comfortable with Money workshops are back for 2024. Join the programme and take back…
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Your support powers our work. Please donate generously.
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- help make time count for people with MND and their loved ones by providing personalised, compassionate, and practical help through community-based support advisors.
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- advocate for equitable care, timely access to essential equipment, home modifications, and support systems for improved quality of life - regardless of where you live.
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- support scientists to research and better understand the complexities of MND, so that truly effective treatments can be developed, and ultimately, a cure can be found.