Why campaigning makes a difference

Campaigning is about making life better for people affected by MS, whoever they are and wherever they live in the UK.

A lot of people don’t see themselves as campaigners, but MS can throw things at people that force them to make a stand. We help people get their voices heard, and change the rules and policies that impact on their lives.

Read our 2011 impact report

What we're fighting for

People affected by MS should be able to access the services, treatment, care and support that they need to live full and independent lives.

What we do

As the UK’s largest MS charity we have the strength in numbers to make our voices heard where it matters.

We campaign locally and nationally to keep MS issues on policy-makers’ agendas, and to help people affected by MS to take action and get their voices heard on issues that are important to them.

It's really important that our work is guided by the experiences and opinions of people affected by MS. Check out our campaigns pages and then tell us your story.

What can I do?

There are lots of ways to campaign, from taking action online to making a noise in the local press.

Campaigning might mean:

• emailing or writing to politicians, local councillors or the NHS
• having your say on local services by joining local groups
• responding to surveys and signing petitions
• meeting and lobbying politicians in person
• contacting local media
• spreading the word by blogging and tweeting

Take an action today

Thousands of campaigners all over the UK are making their voices heard to help beat MS. Join our campaigns community