The Muscular Dystrophy Association of New Zealand Inc. (MDANZ) is a member-led organisation established by New Zealanders with lived experience of neuromuscular conditions.

We began in the late 1950’s as a support group for families affected by muscular dystrophy. Since then, we have broadened our scope to include many other neuromuscular conditions and have become a leading source of information and support to our community.

News

Bradley Jenkin Memorial Fund

Round 4 of the Bradley Jenkin Memorial Fund is open and closes 31st October 2025.

Head over to our website for all the details here.

New gene therapy trial for muscular dystrophy

A groundbreaking genetic treatment for a rare form of muscular dystrophy is being trialled at the University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research. Click here for the media release.

Update for FA Members

For the latest newsletter from FARA NZ, please click here.