Overview
Established in 1967, the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation (MSIF) is an international membership organisation of national multiple sclerosis (MS) societies worldwide comprising 42 member societies.
MSIF's Global Vision
A world without MS!
MSIF's Mission
To lead the global MS movement by stimulating research into the understanding and treatment of MS and by improving the quality of life of people affected by MS. In undertaking this mission, MSIF will utilise its unique collaboration with national MS societies, health professionals, people affected by MS and the international scientific community.
MSIF Programme Objectives
- To support the development of effective national MS societies.
- To communicate knowledge, experience and information about MS.
- To advocate globally for the international MS community.
- To stimulate MS research.
The MSIF established a website in 1996. It is an award-winning site that provides a reference library in many languages both for people affected by MS and for health professionals who treat and research the disease. MSIF also produce a number of publications including a magazine "MS in Focus" which is freely available to all.